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		<title>Butterfly Pavilion Scientists Complete First Survey of Northwest Parkway Pollinator Corridor</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Press releases are provided to Yellow Scene Magazine. In an effort to keep our community informed, we publish some press releases in whole. Contact: Katie Farnan, (720) 383-7269 press@thebighorncompany.com High-resolution photos can be downloaded at this link (photo credit: Butterfly Pavilion / Hannah Hitchcock). BROOMFIELD, Colo. — May 28, 2026 — Scientists from Butterfly Pavilion completed their first baseline survey yesterday along the Northwest Parkway&#8217;s southern right-of-way, advancing the pollinator corridor project that the two organizations announced in February 2026. The surveys, conducted along approximately one mile of the Parkway in Broomfield, assess the pollinator species currently present at the</p>
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<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []"><em>Contact: </em><em>Katie Farnan, </em><em>(720) 383-7269</em></p>
<p><em>press@thebighorncompany.com</em></p>
<p><em>High-resolution photos can be downloaded <a href="https://butterflypavilion.canto.com/s/VONP3?viewIndex=2&amp;from=thumbnail&amp;display=fitView">at this link</a> (photo credit: Butterfly Pavilion / Hannah Hitchcock).</em></p>
<p>BROOMFIELD, Colo. — May 28, 2026 — Scientists from Butterfly Pavilion completed their first baseline survey yesterday along the Northwest Parkway&#8217;s southern right-of-way, advancing the pollinator corridor project that the two organizations <a href="http://denver7.com/news/environment/one-mile-pollinator-corridor-planned-along-northwest-parkway">announced in February 2026</a>.</p>
<p>The surveys, conducted along approximately one mile of the Parkway in Broomfield, assess the pollinator species currently present at the site and evaluate existing habitat conditions, establishing a scientific foundation for the seeding and landscaping work to come later in the fall.</p>
<p>The May 27th survey was conducted by Butterfly Pavilion entomologists, who documented pollinator species to the lowest possible taxonomic level while also assessing the vegetation present and the general capacity of the site to support pollinator populations. A formal report will follow, with science-based recommendations for plant selection, placement, soil conditions, irrigation access, weed management, and long-term maintenance.</p>
<p>&#8220;What we observe in a baseline survey shapes everything that comes after it,&#8221; said Alex Han, EES Entomology Technician at Butterfly Pavilion. &#8220;By understanding which species are already using this corridor and what the habitat conditions look like today, we can make targeted recommendations that give pollinators the best chance of establishing and thriving here over time. This site has real potential, and the data will help us realize it.&#8221;</p>
<p>Pollinators are experiencing documented decline across North America, driven by habitat loss, chemical exposure, parasites, and disease. According to the <a href="https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/state-offices/south-carolina/pollinators">U.S. Department of Agriculture</a>, approximately 85 percent of the world&#8217;s flowering plants depend on pollinators to reproduce, and roughly one in three bites of food we eat exists because of pollinator activity. The Northwest Parkway&#8217;s corridor project is designed to address part of that habitat deficit by converting unused right-of-way land into functional pollinator habitat.</p>
<p>&#8220;The survey results are an important milestone, and we are grateful to have Butterfly Pavilion&#8217;s scientists guiding this work,&#8221; said Mathieu Lisbonis, CEO of the Northwest Parkway. &#8220;This stretch of land runs alongside thousands of daily commuters, and we want it to do more than look maintained. We want it to function as part of the local ecosystem. The science will help us do that properly.&#8221;</p>
<p>Northwest Parkway’s partnership with the Butterfly Pavilion is part of their vision to make transportation corridors as environmentally friendly and sustainable as possible. Both the Parkway and its parent company, VINCI Highways, are committed to these goals globally and are constantly finding new ways to engage with local community partners on the development of stewardship initiatives.</p>
<p>With the spring survey now complete, the next steps in the project include a fall survey of the same stretch, followed by seeding and landscaping guided by Butterfly Pavilion&#8217;s plant palette recommendations, maintenance training for Northwest Parkway staff, and recommendations for interpretive signage along the corridor.</p>
<p><strong><em>High-resolution photos of the survey activities can be <a href="https://butterflypavilion.canto.com/s/VONP3?viewIndex=2&amp;from=thumbnail&amp;display=fitView">downloaded at this link</a> (photo credit: Butterfly Pavilion / Hannah Hitchcock).</em></strong></p>
<p><strong>About Northwest Parkway</strong></p>
<p>The Northwest Parkway links Broomfield to surrounding communities, including Lafayette, Superior, Boulder, Erie, Thornton, and Northglenn. Serving about 20,000 daily trips, it eases congestion and supports smart regional growth while respecting planned open space. The Parkway is operated under a concession agreement between the Northwest Parkway Public Highway Authority, composed of the municipalities of Broomfield and Lafayette, and VINCI Highways. Learn more at <a href="https://nwpky.com/">nwpky.com</a>.</p>
<p><strong>About VINCI Highways</strong></p>
<p>VINCI Highways is a leading international roadway concessionaire and mobility services provider, managing a 2,330-mile network across 13 countries. By integrating design, financing, construction, operations, and tolling, we give public authorities the assurance of a single industrial partner able to deliver strong operational performance throughout the full life cycle of highway projects. As a long-term partner to the regions we serve, we are committed to safety, environmental progress, and economic development.</p>
<p>In the United States, VINCI Highways is active in six states with Northwest Parkway in Colorado, the Ohio River Bridges connecting Indiana and Kentucky, and tolling services in California, Texas, and Georgia through ViaPlus. Learn more at <a href="http://www.vinci-highways.com/">vinci-highways.com</a>.</p>
<p><strong>About Butterfly Pavilion</strong></p>
<p>Butterfly Pavilion, established in 1995, is the first Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA)-accredited, stand-alone, non-profit invertebrate zoo in the world, located in Westminster, Colorado. Butterfly Pavilion’s mission is to foster an appreciation of invertebrates while educating the public about the need for conservation of threatened habitats in the tropics and around the world. Beyond Colorado and the United States, Butterfly Pavilion conservationists are doing important invertebrate research projects around the world, from Mongolia and Tanzania to Sumatra and Mexico. Learn more at <a href="http://www.butterflies.org/">butterflies.org</a>.</p>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 09:09:02 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Why run clubs matter in competitive Boulder County In a region already defined by outdoor culture, run clubs do something more specific than trails or terrain, they add rhythm and connection. They turn movement into a habit. Strangers into training partners. And weekly runs into something people plan their lives around. Whether it’s a relaxed brewery jog, a structured interval workout, or a long-standing community like LoLa, the goal is the same: help people show up. And once they do, something simple tends to happen. They come back. Local running culture in Boulder County has grown into something bigger than</p>
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<h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Why run clubs matter in competitive Boulder County</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In a region already defined by outdoor culture, run clubs do something more specific than trails or terrain, they add rhythm and connection. They turn movement into a habit. Strangers into training partners. And weekly runs into something people plan their lives around.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Whether it’s a relaxed brewery jog, a structured interval workout, or a long-standing community like LoLa, the goal is the same: help people show up. And once they do, something simple tends to happen.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">They come back.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Local running culture in Boulder County has grown into something bigger than training plans or weekend mileage. It’s become a kind of social fabric, one that connects people across Lafayette, Erie, Louisville, and Boulder through shared routes, routines, and post-run coffee tables. And while the formats vary, the message underneath is surprisingly consistent, running is easier and more meaningful when you don’t do it alone.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Three local leaders, Ziranda Dominguez, Doug Croft, and Leslie Hoffmann, each describe run clubs in Boulder in their own way. One is rooted in breweries and casual connection. One is built around structured coaching and accountability. And one lives somewhere in between, where performance and community overlap on the same training calendar.</span></p>
<h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Running that starts casually and stays that way on purpose</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For Ziranda Dominguez, running was never something formal.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">She grew up running trails like the Old Creek Trail in Lafayette, never part of a team, never chasing races, just moving because it was there. Even now, she describes herself as a “very casual runner.”</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">That mindset shaped the run club she helped build, one intentionally designed to feel low pressure and social, with a strong local twist — breweries.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Instead of centering around pace or performance, her group organizes Friday runs that rotate between local breweries. The run itself is simple. The real anchor is what happens after — people lingering, talking, and building community over a shared drink.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“We have no expectations,” she said. “It’s super casual, super fun.”</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The group tends to be small but mixed in experience; beginners, former athletes, and people who just want a reason to get outside on a Friday night. The common thread isn’t ability, it’s a willingness to show up.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">And that’s part of something important that all three leaders touched on in different ways, running doesn’t have to feel like something you already “like” to do. In the right setting, it can become something people actually enjoy, even people who start out thinking they won’t.</span></p>
<h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Structure, accountability, and making running feel doable</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If Ziranda’s group is about keeping things light, Doug Croft represents the more structured side of Boulder County’s running culture, though still grounded in accessibility.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Doug didn’t come into running through tradition. He came into it through experimentation, then endurance, then community. What started as a personal effort to get healthier eventually turned into marathons, coaching certification, and years of building local running groups.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">But his philosophy isn’t built on intensity, it’s built on inclusion.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">His club combines coached weekday workouts with open Saturday runs. The weekday sessions are structured with intervals, tempo runs, hills, and progression work designed to help runners improve in a guided environment. Saturdays, by contrast, are completely open. Anyone can show up, run or walk any distance, and join others afterward for coffee. “It doesn’t have to be intimidating,” he said. “Walking is perfectly fine. Just get out and try things.”</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">That message shows up often across his groups, people who think they “hate running” are often really reacting to running alone, or running without support. Add structure, people, and consistency, and the experience changes. Sometimes dramatically. Because in the right environment, even running, arguably one of the simplest, most stripped down forms of exercise, can shift from something people avoid into something they actually look forward to.</span></p>
<p><img decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" class="aligncenter wp-image-100697" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/mile-high-runners_mile-high-running-club_solo-trails-social-miles_yellowscene_2026_5.jpg" alt="" width="784" height="631" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/mile-high-runners_mile-high-running-club_solo-trails-social-miles_yellowscene_2026_5.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/mile-high-runners_mile-high-running-club_solo-trails-social-miles_yellowscene_2026_5-300x241.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/mile-high-runners_mile-high-running-club_solo-trails-social-miles_yellowscene_2026_5-768x618.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 784px) 100vw, 784px" /></p>
<h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">LoLa Runners, where effort and community meet</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In Louisville and Lafayette, Leslie Hoffmann leads one of the most established groups in the region, LoLa Runners. Her own path mirrors many in the local running scene, starting young, stepping away, and then returning through community. What began as Loco Fit eventually evolved into LoLa Runners, a structured yet welcoming club that blends coached training with a strong social core.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The schedule is intentional. Weekday workouts are coached and focused with intervals, tempo runs, hill work, and time trials built to help runners improve together. Saturdays are open community runs where people choose their own distances and regroup afterward at coffee shops. But what stands out most in Leslie’s description isn’t the structure, it’s the culture.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“We’re just such a welcoming group,” she said. “It feels like family.” That sense of belonging extends beyond workouts. Members travel together for races, form book clubs, and organize social events that have nothing to do with running at all. Over time, the group becomes less about training logs and more about shared life rhythms.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">And like Doug’s group, LoLa also reinforces something subtle but important, consistency beats motivation. People don’t always feel like showing up, but they usually leave glad they did.</span></p>
<h2><span style="font-weight: 400;">Different styles, same discovery</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ziranda Dominguez’s group is built around brewery runs and casual social connection. Doug Croft’s group centers on structured coaching and accountability. Leslie Hoffmann’s LoLa Runners blends both, with a clear training structure anchored by a strong community identity.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">But the overlap is where the story lives. All three approaches are, in their own way, solving the same problem, how to make running something people stick with, and maybe even enjoy. And that last part matters more than it sounds.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Because one of the quiet truths that comes up again and again in run clubs is this, a lot of people start running thinking they don’t like it. They associate it with discomfort, boredom, or pressure. But in a group setting, whether it’s a brewery run, a coached workout, or a Saturday coffee meetup, that perception often shifts.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Running doesn’t become easier because the miles change. It becomes easier because the experience changes. Or, as these groups show in different ways, running can actually be fun, even for people who are pretty sure they hate it. </span></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Press releases are provided to Yellow Scene Magazine. In an effort to keep our community informed, we publish some press releases in whole. Honora Wolfe, Artists in Action, honorawatercolors.com Artists in Action Call For ARTISTS 2nd Annual Art Sale to Benefit Sister Carmen Community Center USE YOUR CREATIVITY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE! WHEN/WHERE: Sunday, June 7, 2-6 pm * Tri City Elks Lodge, 525 Main St, Louisville, CO WHY: Artists in Action, a group of local artists, is hosting our 2nd Annual Art Sale/Fundraiser to benefit Sister Carmen Community Center (SCCC), a trusted local nonprofit Family Resource Center that provides</p>
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<p><strong>Call For ARTISTS</strong></p>
<p><strong>2nd Annual Art Sale to Benefit Sister Carmen Community Center</strong></p>
<p><strong>USE YOUR CREATIVITY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE!</strong></p>
<p><strong>WHEN/WHERE:</strong> Sunday, June 7, 2-6 pm * Tri City Elks Lodge, 525 Main St, Louisville, CO</p>
<p><strong>WHY:</strong> Artists in Action, a group of local artists, is hosting our 2nd Annual Art Sale/Fundraiser to benefit Sister Carmen Community Center (SCCC), a trusted local nonprofit Family Resource Center that provides critical assistance—food, financial support, connections to resources, educational programs, and more—to residents of Lafayette, Louisville, Superior, and Erie. With 1 in 4 Boulder County residents struggling to make ends meet, your donated artwork can help our community thrive. All proceeds from the sale will go directly to SCCC programs and services.</p>
<p><strong>WHAT: </strong>Types of Art &#8211; Donated Original art, i.e., paintings, ceramics, photographs, book arts, textiles, glass, mosaic, pencil/ink drawings, jewelry, wood, sculpture, print making, bin work, and quality prints of original work, greeting cards, and more.</p>
<p><strong>WHO:</strong> Eligibility &#8211; Artists 14 yrs and older</p>
<p>Requirements:</p>
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<li>All art must be original and ready for display.</li>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:31:51 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The Erie Town Council approved supplemental budget appropriations, heard resident concerns about the potential sale of municipal mineral rights, and adopted several proclamations during its regular meeting. Council members unanimously approved a resolution authorizing supplemental appropriations for the 2026 budget year. The adjustments primarily allow departments to roll over unspent funds from 2025 to continue ongoing projects and multi-year initiatives. Finance Director Sarah Hancock and Budget and Fiscal Manager Cassie Bethune presented the update, noting that most of the requests involve projects already approved in the prior year. Departments requested funds for infrastructure, water and wastewater improvements, transportation projects and</p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Erie Town Council approved supplemental budget appropriations, heard resident concerns about the potential sale of municipal mineral rights, and adopted several proclamations during its regular meeting.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Council members unanimously approved a resolution authorizing supplemental appropriations for the 2026 budget year. The adjustments primarily allow departments to roll over unspent funds from 2025 to continue ongoing projects and multi-year initiatives.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Finance Director Sarah Hancock and Budget and Fiscal Manager Cassie Bethune presented the update, noting that most of the requests involve projects already approved in the prior year. Departments requested funds for infrastructure, water and wastewater improvements, transportation projects and capital maintenance. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Among the largest rollovers are utility and public works projects, including water transmission infrastructure, Erie Lake dam repairs, the Schofield Farm project and roundabout construction. Other items include streetlight acquisition and conversion to LED systems, trail construction and solar installation at the North Water Reclamation Facility. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Town officials said the rollover process is typical early in the year, though the town split the requests into separate categories this year to distinguish routine project rollovers from budget increases caused by unforeseen circumstances.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Updated projections also showed Erie’s general fund beginning balance increased by roughly $10 million compared with earlier estimates, though finance staff cautioned that year-end accounting is still in progress and final numbers will be confirmed later this spring.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">During discussion, Mayor Andrew Moore said the town’s long-term capital improvement plan could include expanding the Erie Community Center or building a second recreation center.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Our capital improvement is showing that we don&#8217;t have the funds to do all the things we&#8217;ll need to do five years down the road, include things like expansion of the rec center or a second rec center or the Leon A. Wurl Public Service Center,” Moore said, noting the town may survey residents about potential support for a sales tax to fund recreation facilities.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The council opened and closed the required public hearing on the supplemental appropriations without public comment before approving the resolution unanimously.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Several residents used the meeting’s public comment period to raise concerns about the town’s potential sale or lease of municipal mineral rights, an issue that has drawn increasing attention in recent weeks.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Steve Drew, a Colliers Hill resident with experience in the energy industry, urged the council to slow the process and examine the broader financial implications for homeowners before moving forward.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_94982" style="width: 1154px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-94982" decoding="async" class="wp-image-94982 size-full" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/3-16-Erie_Steve_Drew.png" alt="" width="1144" height="743" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/3-16-Erie_Steve_Drew.png 1144w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/3-16-Erie_Steve_Drew-300x195.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/3-16-Erie_Steve_Drew-1024x665.png 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/3-16-Erie_Steve_Drew-768x499.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1144px) 100vw, 1144px" /><p id="caption-attachment-94982" class="wp-caption-text">Steve Drew, a Colliers Hill resident, urges the Erie Town Council to consider a slower, more transparent approach to the sale of the town’s mineral rights.</p></div>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“I think the key here is that&#8217;s going to have a negative impact, anybody that lives in Erie that owns a house,” Drew said, adding that potential oil and gas development tied to those rights could negatively impact property values.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">He recommended the town hold a public meeting to review the proposal and evaluate the potential financial and environmental impacts on the community.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Amy Becker, an Erie Commons resident attending her first council meeting, also called for greater transparency in the mineral rights discussion and expressed concerns about decisions being discussed in executive session.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“I would ask that we have meetings where we are all able to express our concerns,” Becker said.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“I&#8217;m very concerned that decisions regarding the selling of Erie&#8217;s minerals have been made in executive sessions and not in public sessions, and that&#8217;s a problem,” she added.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Becker said she intends to remain engaged in local government decisions and encouraged the council to allow more public discussion before considering any agreement related to the mineral rights. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Another resident, Kaycee Headrick, asked how the appraisal process for the mineral rights is progressing and whether retaining those rights could affect the proposed Draco oil and gas development project.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_94985" style="width: 900px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-94985" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-94985 size-full" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/3-16-Erie_Kaycee.png" alt="" width="890" height="727" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/3-16-Erie_Kaycee.png 890w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/3-16-Erie_Kaycee-300x245.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/3-16-Erie_Kaycee-768x627.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 890px) 100vw, 890px" /><p id="caption-attachment-94985" class="wp-caption-text">Kaycee Headrick discusses concerns about the consequences of selling the town’s mineral rights, particularly pertaining to the health issues caused by drilling.</p></div>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“There&#8217;s conversations about leaving Erie because we don&#8217;t want to be part of this potential health or environmental risk,” Headrick said.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Hedrick said some residents fear potential health or environmental risks and are seeking clarity on how council decisions could influence drilling activity.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Moore responded that if the council decides to move forward with any action regarding the mineral rights, the matter would require a public hearing before a final decision is made.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In other business, the council approved two proclamations recognizing community initiatives and observances.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Council members proclaimed March 2026 as “March for Meals Month” in recognition of Coal Creek Meals on Wheels, which has served the region since 1972. According to the organization, more than 77,000 meals were delivered across its service area in 2025, including more than 8,700 meals to Erie residents. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">The program provides meals to seniors, people with disabilities and others experiencing food insecurity, and also offers additional services such as post-hospital meal delivery and expanded food access for children during school breaks.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The council also proclaimed March as Women’s History Month, recognizing the contributions of women to civic life, business, education and community leadership.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Following regular business, council members discussed the process for filling three open seats on the Erie Planning Commission. Eleven residents applied, and council members selected six finalists who will be interviewed at a special meeting April 7.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">During council reports, Council members Emily Baer and Dan Hoback said the town should consider holding a public town hall or listening session to allow residents to discuss the town’s mineral rights before any decision is made.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“I think it&#8217;s not wrong for us to hold a public listening session or some kind of town hall meeting where folks can come and learn more about that,” Baer said.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Council members also highlighted upcoming community events, including an April blood drive at the Erie Community Center and an upcoming town recognition of Olympic gold medalist Jacob Slavin, an Erie native and member of the U.S. men’s hockey team.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The meeting concluded with the council entering executive session to discuss water supply strategy and negotiations related to town property matters.</span></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Editor&#8217;s note: This letter was sent to Yellow Scene Magazine. As with all Letters to the Editor, the views expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of the publication. We value providing space for community voices. The following letter was also submitted to the Boulder Daily Camera. The author reached out to Yellow Scene with the message below before sending their letter. Very much appreciate the journalism you do over there to keep Erie informed. [&#8230;] Erie council has silently been using executive sessions to work to accept a bid for the town&#8217;s mineral</p>
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<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">Very much appreciate the journalism you do over there to keep Erie informed. [&#8230;] Erie council has silently been using executive sessions to work to accept a bid for the town&#8217;s mineral rights without making the voters aware. A couple of residents spoke about this at the last city council meeting this week after doing some digging. We shouldn&#8217;t have to dig this hard for information.</p>
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<p>What would you do if decisions that could affect your home’s value, your neighborhood, and millions of public dollars were being made behind closed doors?</p>
<p>Erie residents may soon face exactly that situation.</p>
<p>The Town of Erie recently received a bid for mineral rights that could allow expanded gas drilling on town property. Instead of informing residents and opening a public discussion, the town quietly hired a consultant to help pursue the bid. That consultant is a former executive of the very company—Civitas—making the offer.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-94756 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/dark_oil_rig.jpg" alt="" width="354" height="236" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/dark_oil_rig.jpg 1000w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/dark_oil_rig-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/dark_oil_rig-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 354px) 100vw, 354px" /></p>
<p>The consultant reportedly helped write his own contract and was hired without the town seeking competing bids from other firms. Even more concerning, the town has already committed up to $4.5 million to this consultant before residents have even seen a final proposal.</p>
<p>Much of this work is occurring in executive session, where the public cannot attend. Residents are being told they won’t see the details until the town already has a finalized bid in hand—after the most important decisions may already have been made.</p>
<p>The stakes are significant.</p>
<p>Expanded fracking near residential areas can affect property values and the long-term character of our community. Under Colorado’s pooling laws, homeowners may have little say if drilling occurs beneath their property.</p>
<p>Erie residents deserve transparency before millions of public dollars are spent and irreversible decisions about our community’s mineral rights are made.<br />
A decision with consequences this significant deserves an open, competitive, and transparent process—not one conducted largely out of public view.<br />
This process should be paused and brought out into the open</p>
<p>Tonia Sharp, Erie, CO</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Last Tuesday, the Erie Town Council authorized the initiation of a zoning amendment for the Erie Town Center planned development, heard public concerns regarding construction at Vista Ridge detention ponds and approved interim town manager appointments during its Feb. 24 meeting. During public comment, several Vista Ridge residents expressed frustration over ongoing construction at detention ponds A19 and A20 near the Colorado National Golf Club, citing a lack of communication and transparency. Derek Tuz of Erie said he has sought answers about the ponds since 2014 and described ongoing confusion among the town, metro district and homeowners association regarding maintenance</p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Last Tuesday, the Erie Town Council authorized the initiation of a zoning amendment for the Erie Town Center planned development, heard public concerns regarding construction at Vista Ridge detention ponds and approved interim town manager appointments during its Feb. 24 meeting.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">During public comment, several Vista Ridge residents expressed frustration over ongoing construction at detention ponds A19 and A20 near the Colorado National Golf Club, citing a lack of communication and transparency. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Derek Tuz of Erie said he has sought answers about the ponds since 2014 and described ongoing confusion among the town, metro district and homeowners association regarding maintenance responsibilities. Tuz said recent construction began without residents receiving renderings or detailed information about the final design.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“We have zero answers,” Tuz told council members, noting that more than seven trees have been removed despite earlier notices stating tree removal was not anticipated.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Steve Clark, a new Vista Ridge resident, said the ponds and surrounding landscape were a significant factor in his decision to purchase his home. He described the site as a “mud pit” following tree removal and drainage work and asked the council to share final design renderings with the community. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Clark also raised concerns about environmental impacts and potential effects on property values, urging council members to visit the site.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_94455" style="width: 1235px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-94455" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-94455 size-full" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/erie-2-24-meeting.png" alt="" width="1225" height="876" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/erie-2-24-meeting.png 1225w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/erie-2-24-meeting-300x215.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/erie-2-24-meeting-1024x732.png 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/erie-2-24-meeting-768x549.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1225px) 100vw, 1225px" /><p id="caption-attachment-94455" class="wp-caption-text">Derek Tuz, an Erie resident, speaks to Erie Town Council on February 24, 2026 about his frustrations with the town’s detention ponds and a lack of accountability.</p></div>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Former Mayor Justin Brooks said he plans to meet with the Vista Ridge HOA president and will follow up with staff regarding renderings.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Immigration concerns also surfaced during public comment. Shannon Millican, a Thornton resident whose child attends school in Erie, urged the council to publicly acknowledge fears among residents related to immigration enforcement activity in surrounding communities. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Millican said while U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has not been active in Erie, reports from nearby cities have created anxiety among some residents. She called on the council to communicate directly with impacted community members.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“When leadership does not acknowledge these fears, it does not create neutrality,” Millican said. “It teaches people that belonging is conditional.”</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">No formal council action was taken on the matter.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Turning to general business, the council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing staff to initiate a land use application to amend the Erie Town Center planned development, originally adopted in 2020. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Planning and Development Director Deborah Craig, who is retiring after 27 years with the town, presented the proposal during her final council meeting. Town officials recognized her tenure and service to the community.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The proposed amendment is intended to provide greater flexibility in the mixed-use development area and address challenges encountered during implementation.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Key changes under consideration include:</span></p>
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<li><span style="font-weight: 400;">Allowing live-work units in certain commercial areas.</span></li>
<li>Expanding permitted uses in general urban (GU) zoning districts to include hotels, museums, urgent care facilities and parking structures.</li>
<li>Permitting civic buildings and parking garages up to 45 feet in height, consistent with current hotel allowances.</li>
<li>Clarifying frontage build-out requirements and excluding driveways and pedestrian accessways from frontage calculations.</li>
<li>Establishing parking maximums at 125% of standard requirements.</li>
<li>Updating sign regulations to align with the town’s Unified Development Code.</li>
<li>Adding a trail connection from the Creekside neighborhood to County Line Road.</li>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Craig emphasized that Tuesday’s action only authorizes initiation of the amendment process. The proposal will still require staff review, referral agency input, a neighborhood meeting, a Planning Commission public hearing and a final public hearing before the Town Council.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Council members discussed balancing commercial tax base goals with added flexibility for residential and mixed-use development. The measure passed unanimously. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Staff will incorporate council feedback and return the items for future consideration.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Following the executive session, the council approved two resolutions related to town leadership.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The council formally appointed Melissa Wiley to serve as acting town manager from Feb. 18 through midnight Feb. 24. Members then unanimously appointed Administrative Services Director Meredith Muth to serve as interim town manager effective Feb. 25. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Council members thanked Muth for stepping into the role. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">The meeting adjourned following the appointments.</span></p>
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		<title>Town of Erie Fires Town Manager Malcolm Fleming</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 03:05:37 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Learning of the Mayor’s intentions to fire Town Manager, Malcolm Fleming, citizens of the City of Erie rallied together, sending their district representatives’ emails and offering public comment. It is clear that Mayor Moore’s intention of doing this quietly, and in secret, would not materialize.  However – despite the resistance from community and council members alike – in a four to three majority, the council voted to terminate Malcolm Fleming at the end of the evening.  The council session began with presentations on public art projects and a proposal to increase the town’s airport fees. For hours, careful consideration and</p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Learning of the <a href="https://yellowscene.com/2026/02/16/erie-mayors-attempts-to-fire-town-manager-made-public/">Mayor’s intentions to fire</a> Town Manager, Malcolm Fleming, citizens of the City of Erie rallied together, sending their district representatives’ emails and offering public comment. It is clear that Mayor Moore’s intention of doing this quietly, and in secret, would not materialize. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">However – despite the resistance from community and council members alike – in a four to three majority, the council voted to terminate Malcolm Fleming at the end of the evening. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The council session began with presentations on public art projects and a proposal to increase the town’s airport fees. For hours, careful consideration and thoughtful questions were circulated between town leaders on an issue of obvious importance to locals. As many had come to discuss this issue during public comment as did the town manager.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As the aeronautic talk concluded, Mayor Moore introduced the motion to bring the body to executive session, Mayor Pro Tem Brandon Bell reading the agenda item to be discussed: personnel.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Councilman Dan Hoback called a point of order, “this executive session matter was started in public session, I believe it should continue in public session.”</span></p>
<div id="attachment_93248" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-93248" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-93248" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Malcolm_Fleming_Fired-02182026-2-1024x682.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="453" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Malcolm_Fleming_Fired-02182026-2-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Malcolm_Fleming_Fired-02182026-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Malcolm_Fleming_Fired-02182026-2-768x511.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Malcolm_Fleming_Fired-02182026-2-1536x1022.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Malcolm_Fleming_Fired-02182026-2.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-93248" class="wp-caption-text">Mayor Moore listens to public comment while the Town of Erie Council discusses his future with the city. The body would vote 4-3 at the end of the meeting on February 17, 2026, to terminate their contract with Mr. Fleming. (Photo by Vince Chandler / Yellow Scene Magazine)</p></div>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The mayor curved toward Mayor Pro Tem Bell, and urged they take the vote, and if there were not enough votes, they would proceed in public session. Though the majority votes were for executive session – four to three – Mayor Moore needed five. This meeting would remain open to the public.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Council members Baer, Hoback, and Pesamarelli all asserted their case that Malcolm not lose his position. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Council member Baer endeavoring to persuade her colleagues, affirmed, “[The mayor] did not have consensus or a majority, originally, to bring this forward, and I’m very hopeful to my fellow council members that that remains the case; that you hold your ground, that you’re brave right now, and not strong armed to do the mayor&#8217;s bidding.”</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Council member Pesamarelli appeared to resign himself to the fact that he would not be able to change the council’s mind; their decision was stated to be already made. From the three council members who fought in Malcolm’s corner, attention shifted to the four who didn’t.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_93249" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption alignright"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-93249" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-93249" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Malcolm_Fleming_Fired-02182026-1-1024x682.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="453" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Malcolm_Fleming_Fired-02182026-1-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Malcolm_Fleming_Fired-02182026-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Malcolm_Fleming_Fired-02182026-1-768x511.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Malcolm_Fleming_Fired-02182026-1-1536x1022.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Malcolm_Fleming_Fired-02182026-1.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-93249" class="wp-caption-text">Malcolm Fleming listens while the Town of Erie Council discusses his future with the city. The body would vote 4-3 at the end of the meeting on February 17, 2026, to terminate their contract with Mr. Fleming. &#8220;I wish everyone well and encourage them to honor the pledge enshrined in the Erie Town Charter to, “uphold the principles of democracy, equity, and justice, and to foster a community that is inclusive, diverse, and welcoming to all,&#8221; he told Yellow Scene Magazine. (Photo by Vince Chandler / Yellow Scene Magazine)</p></div>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Council member Mortellaro was quiet, but Council member O’Connor and Mayor Pro Tem Bell scolded Pesamarelli, Baer, and Hoback for wanting this conversation privy to the public. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Councilman O’Connor called it “inappropriate” to have this discussion in the open.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“I wish we could have had that discussion in exec, because what I wanted to see was that we could have a mutual agreement to part ways…  I think Malcolm wanted to have that conversation. I sincerely regret that we can’t have that conversation right now, because I feel that would have been better,&#8221; Councilman Bell said, addressing his colleagues,“And that’s due to three people up here wanting to make this a public show.” </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mayor Moore set the vote in motion by expressing, “[Malcolm] told me, ‘If there’s four votes, then I would rather just be able to negotiate the separation agreement.’ And I said, ‘I don’t know if I have the four votes, but I do know I want to find out if I have the four votes.”</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Yellow Scene received this statement from Mr. Fleming the following day: </span></p>
<blockquote><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Erie has a fantastic team, including great Town staff throughout the organization. I loved working with them, as well as with current and past members of the Town Council and advisory boards and Planning Commission. I will miss them all and I am proud of the long list of accomplishments we achieved together.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Erie is a great place. Our teamwork over the past 7 years made it even better and positioned the Town to prosper in the future. I wish everyone well and encourage them to honor the pledge enshrined in the Erie Town Charter to, “uphold the principles of democracy, equity, and justice, and to foster a community that is inclusive, diverse, and welcoming to all.”</span></p>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 02:43:50 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>In a mostly empty town hall chamber, after a lone person offered public comment calling on the town to pledge protection for constituents from ICE and CBP followed by a hearing on sign regulations, Erie Mayor Andrew Moore looked calm and cool as he began the proceedings to move the meeting to executive session. “Point of order,” a calm voice interrupted. Addressing the Mayor, Councilwoman Emily Baer continued. “I would like to discuss the town manager’s review in the public meeting rather than in executive session.” Flustered, Mayor Moore shifted in his seat, turned toward Malcolm asking if this was</p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In a mostly empty town hall chamber, after a lone person offered public comment calling on the town to pledge protection for constituents from ICE and CBP followed by a hearing on sign regulations, Erie Mayor Andrew Moore looked calm and cool as he began the proceedings to move the meeting to executive session.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Point of order,” a calm voice interrupted. Addressing the Mayor, Councilwoman Emily Baer continued. “I would like to discuss the town manager’s review in the public meeting rather than in executive session.”</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Flustered, Mayor Moore shifted in his seat, turned toward Malcolm asking if this was alright. Malcolm, without batting an eye, responded, “Yes, I’m comfortable with that happening in a public meeting.”</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Forty-five minutes later, the gavel restarted the public meeting for a conversation intended to happen in executive privacy. For the second time in the first year of his term, Mayor Andrew Moore would make the case for firing town manager Malcom Fleming. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Previously catching the rest of the town council off guard during an earlier meeting, the decision was made to table the conversation until another time, when the members could be more prepared to make an informed decision.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_93146" style="width: 432px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-93146" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-93146" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Malcolm_04.jpg" alt="" width="422" height="515" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Malcolm_04.jpg 422w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Malcolm_04-246x300.jpg 246w" sizes="(max-width: 422px) 100vw, 422px" /><p id="caption-attachment-93146" class="wp-caption-text">Erie Town Manager Malcolm Fleming is described in his HR evaluation as one who &#8220;often pushes staff to challenge their status quo, which drives innovation, and he&#8217;s always open to and excited by new ideas.&#8221; (Town of Erie Headshot)</p></div>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This time, with less than a day’s notice, the council received communication via email from Mayor Moore that they would again be bringing the matter to executive session the following evening. A performance evaluation – referred to as Fleming’s 360 – had been conducted. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mayor Moore and Mr. Fleming had access to the 360, some members of the council did not until only a few hours before the conversation began, others wouldn&#8217;t see the document until the following day. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“He provided us an email about 24 hours before the meeting, and that is not adequate time,” Erie Town Councilman Dan Hoback told Yellow Scene. “The manager’s evaluation did not come from him; it came from the town manager himself. And [the Mayor] kept that in his hip pocket, and he didn’t send it until the next day. The day after the council meeting… I thought that was very underhanded on the part of the mayor.”</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Opening the now public conversation, Mayor Moore cited his reasons for why Fleming should be terminated, reading from a statement he’d prepared for his colleagues. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Leadership by omission – whether intentional or not – creates a situation in which I cannot effectively preside over our meetings. Getting caught off guard on the County Line to Airport Drive visibility scope, the $19M parks and open space facility, the Redtail Ranch information for the public not being disseminated, misinformation about the use of ARPID funds, and council volunteers being excluded from the holiday party are just some of the more recent challenges.” </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Erie’s Mayor read for several minutes, first from his email requesting the conversation and then from what would have been his opening address to Council in executive session, concluding that he believed there had been an ongoing  lack of communication on Fleming’s part and little else. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“The thing is, see, everything looks so childish now,” Councilman Pesaramelli told Yellow Scene. “He doesn’t have any points because we brought it on the record and not between the four walls [executive session]. In the four walls, when this topic came up,[the Mayor] didn’t have a consensus that Malcolm should be fired… And what would have happened in that four walls is unimaginable.”</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“The mayor has wanted to get rid of him now since day one,” Councilman Hoback told Yellow Scene Magazine. “He came into office wanting to get rid of him, and I think it is probably because he is ideologically out of alignment.”</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Before joining the city staff, Fleming spent over ten years as city manager for Louisville and as interim city manager for Manitou before that. He was appointed to the role in Erie in January 2019</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Yellow Scene Magazine obtained a copy of Mr. Fleming’s 360 evaluation, which he said from the dais he was comfortable seeing published. In it we see a portrait of an absolutely adequate employee, referred to as a consummate professional, constantly calm presence, and consistently informed manager.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_93149" style="width: 242px" class="wp-caption alignright"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-93149" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-93149 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-16-at-7.25.46-PM-232x300.png" alt="" width="232" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-16-at-7.25.46-PM-232x300.png 232w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-16-at-7.25.46-PM-790x1024.png 790w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-16-at-7.25.46-PM-768x995.png 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-16-at-7.25.46-PM.png 1042w" sizes="(max-width: 232px) 100vw, 232px" /><p id="caption-attachment-93149" class="wp-caption-text">A screenshot of the first page of the human resources 360 report for colleague feedback for Mr. Fleming.</p></div>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The anonymous reflections assert that he is knowledgeable, experienced, and committed to exploring every avenue even if it means trying something new. Always room for improvement, it is noted that he sometimes lapses in communication, though regularly producing a cumulative and comprehensive – if delayed – response. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A five out of five star rated employee in “contributing to a positive and inclusive work culture,” he manages a complex system of public and private bureaucracies facilitating connections and the sharing of resources. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“The amount of information that flows from the community, businesses, regional partners and Council is significant and overwhelming at times,” one 360 reflection of Fleming reads. It continues the he should seek improvement in maintaining the flow of information because “this Council is more impatient than others.”</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Despite the metaphorical firehose from which he drinks, the HR report speaks of a competent employee with an above average performance and below average need for improvement. One with whom so many in the city find ease in maintaining a professional relationship, Mayor Moore not counted amongst them.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“If things are done for the betterment of the town, I’m all for it,” Councilman Pesaramelli told Yellow Scene. “But when you come with things like erasing DEI or the scare tactics, we can be a model and let other towns know Erie did this. We </span><a href="https://yellowscene.com/2025/06/27/pride-flags-return-erie-community-outcry-governor-proclamation/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">stood up</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> against national bullying.”</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Councilman Pesaramelli, Councilman Hoback, and Councilwoman Baer were upset that Moore came to this</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">conclusion by himself, when council is meant to decide something this important together. When informed there would be a decision made despite protest, the three council members all voiced opposition to terminating Fleming’s position.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Why is this going into a rush?” Councilman Pesaramelli mused during a followup conversation. “We already talked about it, and there was no consensus from the council for him to move to the next step or do another executive session.”</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Some would discuss Mayor Moore’s insistence on adherence only on background, others commented openly on the parallels as they perceived them.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“He keeps saying he’s not MAGA, but he runs Council like he is,” Councilman Dan Hoback said to Yellow Scene Magazine. </span></p>
<div id="attachment_93148" style="width: 235px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-93148" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-93148 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-16-at-7.25.28-PM-225x300.png" alt="" width="225" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-16-at-7.25.28-PM-225x300.png 225w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-16-at-7.25.28-PM-766x1024.png 766w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-16-at-7.25.28-PM-768x1026.png 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-16-at-7.25.28-PM.png 940w" sizes="(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px" /><p id="caption-attachment-93148" class="wp-caption-text">A screenshot of Erie Town Manager Malcolm Fleming&#8217;s Council Feedback Form, indicating the average of all five members of Erie&#8217;s Town Council&#8217;s ratings for various professional metrics.</p></div>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Authoritarian overreach continues to grow as a standard in civics conversations. Federally, the Trump Administration </span><a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c056zqn6vvyo"><span style="font-weight: 400;">demonstrates</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> the ability for unscrupulous leaders to demand their directors change reports – and </span><a href="https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/trump-contradicts-his-spy-chief-irans-nuclear-program-2025-06-17/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">disavows</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> those which won’t – to match policy positions. The same tactics some allege are used by Mayor Moore. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Staff can hear the mayor yelling at Malcolm through the walls even when the door is closed,” reads the 360. “Malcolm stays focused and professional and speaks clearly and directly.” </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In line with the strong man caricature some politicians project, complaints continue that Mayor Moore will bully employees, becoming increasingly frustrated when facts don’t fit his narrative, and asserting aggression to accomplish his ends. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“People are hurting. People are afraid of losing their jobs,” Councilman Hoback told Yellow Scene. “People are afraid and they don’t want to engage with him.”</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When negotiating his most recent contract, Fleming was faced with the difficult decision of forgoing protected severance in exchange for a standard raise. With the possibility that a newly-elected leader with a well-known intention of focusing on raising homeowners’ property value may replace him, Fleming was forced to concede his safety net. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“One of his first courses of action was to basically force Malcolm to renegotiate his contract and lower his severance package, essentially,” Councilman Hoback told Yellow Scene. “The mayor said, ‘You will either reduce your severance package from twelve months to six months, or you won’t get a salary increase this year at all.’ Malcolm’s already severely underpaid for our region.”</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Under the new contract, Fleming would receive 6-months of his salary, </span><a href="https://opengovpay.com/co/malcolm-fleming-h/72338985"><span style="font-weight: 400;">about</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> $91,344, a direct cost to the taxpayers for the town manager&#8217;s replacement. Compensated </span><a href="https://erie.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=F&amp;ID=8089096&amp;GUID=CB1CC04E-855F-42EC-9CF8-D78AD930B5B6"><span style="font-weight: 400;">well below</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> the mean for this position, his replacement could start at a salary closer to Longmont’s $242,902 or Lafayette’s $190,800.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Some members of Town Council and Mayor Moore did not respond to requests for comment before publication.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The agenda for Erie’s February 17, 2026 Town Meeting includes an item in the evening’s executive session concerning personnel “</span><a href="https://erie.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=A&amp;ID=1366858&amp;GUID=08288622-1CAA-4C7C-96BC-1750BE1A2E37"><span style="font-weight: 400;">pursuant</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> to C.R.S. § 24-6-402(4)(e), concerning the Town Manager&#8217;s evaluation and contract.”</span></p>
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		<title>Erie Clinic to Address Substance Use in Teens</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Press releases are provided to Yellow Scene Magazine. In an effort to keep our community informed, we publish some press releases in whole. A Clinic Presented by SROs Don’t miss this important opportunity to protect and support your teen. The Erie Police Department is hosting an informative clinic on teen substance use throughout the school year, designed specifically for parents and guardians. This session will provide insight into the risks of drugs, alcohol, and vaping among Erie youth, while also sharing practical tools to recognize warning signs and open conversations at home. Our goal is to equip parents with the knowledge and</p>
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<p id="x_x_m_-325460120396790453isPasted">Don’t miss this important opportunity to protect and support your teen. The Erie Police Department is hosting an <strong>informative clinic on teen substance use</strong> throughout the school year, designed specifically for parents and guardians.</p>
<p>This session will provide insight into the risks of drugs, alcohol, and vaping among Erie youth, while also sharing practical tools to recognize warning signs and open conversations at home.</p>
<p>Our goal is to equip parents with the knowledge and resources they need to help teens make safe, healthy choices.</p>
<p id="x_x_m_-325460120396790453isPasted"><strong>Upcoming dates:</strong></p>
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<li>Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026</li>
<li>Thursday, March 19, 2026</li>
<li>Thursday, May 7, 2026</li>
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<p><strong>Reservations are required at</strong> <a title="Original URL: http://www.erieco.gov/TeenSubstanceUse. Click or tap if you trust this link." href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.erieco.gov%2FTeenSubstanceUse&amp;data=05%7C02%7CKAYLEE.2.BARRETT%40ucdenver.edu%7Cb4d815e00d624e7cb08408de4f2e36e4%7C563337caa517421aaae01aa5b414fd7f%7C0%7C0%7C639035257082233580%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=nXBCRzn%2FKNTxBTYO7Cp48vo3le8NWbJsOgnhfyPLuAk%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="3">www.erieco.gov/TeenSubstanceUse</a>.</p>
<div><strong>Purpose</strong></div>
<div>Register for a Trends in Teen Substance Use Clinic</div>
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<div><strong>Eligibility</strong></div>
<div>Persons who wish to participate in the clinic must be Erie residents and 18 years of age or older. NO youth are allowed; no exceptions.</div>
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<div><strong>Cost</strong></div>
<div>There is no fee required.</div>
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<div><strong>Location</strong></div>
<div>The clinic is hosted inside the Erie Police Department at 1000 Telleen Avenue, Erie, CO 80516</div>
<div><strong>Parking is temporarily located along Telleen Avenue during construction</strong>. Please enter through our main lobby.</div>
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</a>1000 Telleen Avenue | P.O. Box 510<br />
Erie, CO 80516<br />
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<p>Media: PIO Amber Luttrell | 303-827-9648 |<a title="mailto:aluttrell@erieco.gov" href="mailto:aluttrell@erieco.gov" data-linkindex="10">aluttrell@erieco.gov</a></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>&#160; GENERAL INTEREST/ RECREATION Lafayette School’s Out Camps Email: becca.mack@cityoflafayette.com Phone: 303-665-0469 Website: lafayetteco.gov/1950/Schools-Out-camps &#160; Town Of Erie- Activities and Programs Email: geninterest@erieco.gov Phone:303-926-2797 Website: erieco.gov/220/General-Interest-Programs &#160; BVSD School- Day Off and Holiday Classes Email: anthia.munoz@colorado.edu Phone:303-735-8422 Website:colorado.edu/sciencediscovery/programs/bvsd-school-day-and-holiday-classes . Jewish Community center Email: Teen- tzuria.malpica@boulderjcc.org, ElementarySchool–julia.paeglis@boulderjcc.org Phone: 303-998-1900 Website:boulderjcc.org &#160; Lifelong Learning, BVSD, Superior Email: lifelong.learning@bvsd.org Phone: 720.561.5968 Website: bouldervalley.augusoft.net &#160; YMCA of North Colorado – School Day Off Camps Email: afterschool@ymcanoco.org Phone: Mapleton – 303.442.2778; Arapahoe – 303.664.5455 Website: https://www.ymcanoco.org/summer-camps/boulder-valley-camps &#160; Boulder Parks and Recreation – School Day Off Email: langerakm@bouldercolorado.gov Phone: 303.253.4271 Website: bouldercolorado.gov/services/youth-camps &#160; Winter Kids Camps</p>
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<h2><b>GENERAL INTEREST/ RECREATION</b></h2>
<p><b>Lafayette School’s Out Camps</b></p>
<p>Email: becca.mack@cityoflafayette.com</p>
<p>Phone: 303-665-0469</p>
<p>Website: lafayetteco.gov/1950/Schools-Out-camps</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><b>Town Of Erie- Activities and Programs</b></p>
<p>Email: geninterest@erieco.gov</p>
<p>Phone:303-926-2797</p>
<p>Website: erieco.gov/220/General-Interest-Programs</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><b>BVSD School- Day Off and Holiday Classes</b></p>
<p>Email: <a href="mailto:anthia.munoz@colorado.edu">anthia.munoz@colorado.edu</a></p>
<p>Phone:303-735-8422</p>
<p>Website:<a href="http://colorado.edu/sciencediscovery/programs/bvsd-school-day-and-holiday-classes"><i>colorado.edu/sciencediscovery/programs/bvsd-school-day-and-holiday-classes</i></a></p>
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<p><b>Jewish Community center</b></p>
<p>Email: Teen- <a href="mailto:tzuria.malpica@boulderjcc.org">tzuria.malpica@boulderjcc.org</a>, ElementarySchool–julia.paeglis@boulderjcc.org</p>
<p>Phone: 303-998-1900</p>
<p>Website:<a href="http://boulderjcc.org/"><i>boulderjcc.org</i></a></p>
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<p><b>Lifelong Learning, BVSD, Superior</b></p>
<p>Email:<i> lifelong.learning@bvsd.org</i></p>
<p>Phone: 720.561.5968</p>
<p>Website: <a href="http://bouldervalley.augusoft.net/"><i>bouldervalley.augusoft.net</i></a></p>
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<p><b>YMCA of North Colorado – School Day Off Camps</b></p>
<p>Email: afterschool@ymcanoco.org</p>
<p>Phone: Mapleton – <i>303.442.2778</i>; Arapahoe –<i> 303.664.5455</i></p>
<p>Website: <a href="https://www.ymcanoco.org/summer-camps/boulder-valley-camps">https://www.ymcanoco.org/summer-camps/boulder-valley-camps</a></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><b>Boulder Parks and Recreation – School Day Off</b></p>
<p>Email: <i>langerakm@bouldercolorado.gov</i></p>
<p>Phone: <i>303.253.4271</i></p>
<p>Website: <a href="http://bouldercolorado.gov/services/youth-camps"><i>bouldercolorado.gov/services/youth-camps</i></a></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><b>Winter Kids Camps and Classes, Longmont Museum and Cultural Center</b></p>
<p>Phone: <i>303-651-8374</i></p>
<p>Website:<a href="http://longmontcolorado.gov/departments/departments-e-m/museum/education/summer-camps"><i>longmontcolorado.gov/departments/departments-e-m/museum/education/summer-camps</i></a></p>
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<h2><b>Nature &amp; Science Camps </b></h2>
<p><b>Winter Safari Camp, Denver Zoo, Denver </b></p>
<p>Email: safaricamps@denverzoo.org.</p>
<p>Phone: 720.337.1400</p>
<p>Website: <a href="http://denverzoo.org/winter-safari-3">denverzoo.org/winter-safari-3</a>.</p>
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<p><b>Rosie’s Discovery Winter Camps, Butterfly Pavillion, Westminster</b></p>
<p>Email: camps@butterflies.org</p>
<p>Phone: 720.375.9986</p>
<p>Website: <a href="http://butterflies.org/winter-break-camps">butterflies.org/winter-break-camps</a></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><b>Winter Break Camp, Denver Museum of Nature and Science</b></p>
<p>Email: camps@dmns.org</p>
<p>Phone: 303-307-6000</p>
<p>Website:<a href="http://www.dmns.org/learn/onsite-at-the-museum/overnight-adventures/school-camp-in-best-of-the-museum/">www.dmns.org/learn/onsite-at-the-museum/overnight-adventures/school-ca mp-in-best-of-the-museum/</a></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-69146" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/Girl-climbing-1024x1024.jpg" alt="" width="352" height="352" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/Girl-climbing-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/Girl-climbing-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/Girl-climbing-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/Girl-climbing-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/Girl-climbing-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/Girl-climbing.jpg 1749w" sizes="(max-width: 352px) 100vw, 352px" /></p>
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<h2><b>Climbing</b></h2>
<p><b>Boulder Rock Club – Camp, Boulder</b></p>
<p>Email: frontdesk@boulderrockclub.com</p>
<p>Phone: 303.447.2804</p>
<p>Website: <a href="https://boulderrockclub.com/youth/day-off-school-camps/">boulderrockclub.com/youth/day-off-school-camps/</a></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><b>ABC Kids Climbing – Holiday Camps, Boulder</b></p>
<p>Email: <b>info@abckidsclimbing.com</b></p>
<p>Phone: 303.443.5437</p>
<p>Website: <a href="http://abckidsboulder.com/school-holiday-camps">abckidsboulder.com/school-holiday-camps</a></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-47386" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/teacher_airborne-gymnastics_bio_yellowscene_2021_04.jpg" alt="" width="436" height="540" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/teacher_airborne-gymnastics_bio_yellowscene_2021_04.jpg 775w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/teacher_airborne-gymnastics_bio_yellowscene_2021_04-242x300.jpg 242w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/teacher_airborne-gymnastics_bio_yellowscene_2021_04-768x951.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 436px) 100vw, 436px" /></p>
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<h2><b>Gymnastics/Martial Arts</b></h2>
<p><b>Airborne Gymnastics – Longmont</b></p>
<p>Email: frontdesk@airbornegym.com</p>
<p>Phone: 303.684.3717</p>
<p>Website: <a href="http://airbornegym.com/camps">airbornegym.com/camps</a></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><b>Easton Training Center, Boulder</b></p>
<p>Email: boulder@eastontc.com</p>
<p>Phone: 303-938-1275</p>
<p>Website: <a href="http://eastonbjj.com/boulder/schedule/">eastonbjj.com/boulder/schedule/</a></p>
<p><b>Mountain Kids Gymnastics and Movement, Louisville</b></p>
<p>Email: fun@mountainkidslouisville.com</p>
<p>Phone: 303.720.7617</p>
<p>Website: <a href="http://mountainkidslouisville.com/events">mountainkidslouisville.com/events</a></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-78737" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Renaissance-Adventures.png" alt="" width="328" height="275" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Renaissance-Adventures.png 940w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Renaissance-Adventures-300x251.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Renaissance-Adventures-768x644.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 328px) 100vw, 328px" /></p>
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<h2><b>Role Playing/ Adventure/ Dramatic Arts</b></h2>
<p><b>Rocky Mountain Theater For Kids – Classes Only, Boulder</b></p>
<p>Email:info@theaterforkids.com</p>
<p>Phone: 303.245.8150</p>
<p>Website: <a href="http://www.theaterforkids.net/fall_classes">www.theaterforkids.net/fall_classes</a></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><b>Renaissance Adventures, Boulder</b></p>
<p>Email: info@renaissanceadventures.com</p>
<p>Phone number: 303.786.9216</p>
<p>Website: <a href="http://renaissanceadventures.com/registration">renaissanceadventures.com/registration</a></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-60591" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/child-painting-rainbow_shutterstock_hood_hh_2023-1024x683.jpg" alt="" width="452" height="302" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/child-painting-rainbow_shutterstock_hood_hh_2023-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/child-painting-rainbow_shutterstock_hood_hh_2023-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/child-painting-rainbow_shutterstock_hood_hh_2023-768x512.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/child-painting-rainbow_shutterstock_hood_hh_2023.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 452px) 100vw, 452px" /></p>
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<h2><b>Arts and Crafts</b></h2>
<p><b>Common Threads Boutique – Sewing Camp, Boulder</b></p>
<p>Email: boulder@shopcommonthreads.com</p>
<p>Phone: 303.449.5431</p>
<p>Website: <a href="http://shopcommonthreads.com/schedule/school-day-off-camp-oct-11">shopcommonthreads.com/schedule/school-day-off-camp-oct-11</a></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><b>KidCreate Studios – Camp, Broomfield</b></p>
<p>Email: boulder@shopcommonthreads.com</p>
<p>Phone: 303-578-8060</p>
<p>Website: <a href="https://kidcreate.com/broomfield/classes/camps">kidcreate.com/broomfield/classes/camps</a></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-25559" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/Soccer-Camp.jpg" alt="" width="550" height="550" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/Soccer-Camp.jpg 550w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/Soccer-Camp-150x150.jpg 150w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/Soccer-Camp-300x300.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px" /></p>
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<h2><b>Soccer</b></h2>
<p><b>FC Boulder, Lafayette</b></p>
<p>Email: questions@bcunited.com</p>
<p>Phone: 303-443-8877</p>
<p>Website: <a href="https://bouldercountyunited.com/">https://bouldercountyunited.com/</a></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><b>Boulder Indoor Soccer – Winter, Boulder</b></p>
<p>Email: info@boulderindoorsoccer.com</p>
<p>Phone: 303.440.0809</p>
<p>Website: <a href="http://boulderindoorsoccer.com/camps-clinics/holiday-clinics">boulderindoorsoccer.com/camps-clinics/holiday-clinics</a></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-35960" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/Boulder_Country_Day-Students_Cooking.jpg" alt="" width="385" height="308" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/Boulder_Country_Day-Students_Cooking.jpg 385w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/Boulder_Country_Day-Students_Cooking-300x240.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 385px) 100vw, 385px" /></p>
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<h2><b>Creative/ Food/ Art</b></h2>
<p><b>Tinker Studio – Day Off and Holiday Camps, Boulder</b></p>
<p>Email: tinker@tinkerartstudio.com</p>
<p>Phone: 303.503.1902</p>
<p>Website: <a href="http://tinkerartstudio.com/holiday-camps-21">tinkerartstudio.com/holiday-camps-21</a></p>
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<p><b>Kid Create Studio, Broomfield</b></p>
<p>Email: broomfieldco@kidcreatestudio.com</p>
<p>Phone: 303-578-8060</p>
<p>Website: <a href="http://kidcreate.com/broomfield/classes/camps">kidcreate.com/broomfield/classes/camps</a></p>
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<p><b>Food Lab, Boulder</b></p>
<p>Email: becca@foodlabboulder.com</p>
<p>Phone: 303-952-8364</p>
<p>Website:<a href="http://foodlabboulder.com/kids-day-off-school-workshops"> foodlabboulder.com/kids-day-off-school-workshop<i>s</i></a></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Trick or Treat, Check Out These Streets The top 25 spooktacular neighborhoods in Boulder County and beyond From the spooky to the sweet, little costumed trick-or-treaters deserve the best. While there has been a reported 74% decline in trick-or-treaters in 2023, these neighborhoods in Boulder and Weld Counties are not ready to let the tradition die out. From homeowners who go all out on decorations, music, and food to fun town-orchestrated events, your little monster is sure to have a great time and make the most of the holiday. Erie The Most Popular: Erie Village Starting at the Erie Town</p>
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<h1><b>Trick or Treat, Check Out These Streets</b></h1>
<p><b>The top 25 spooktacular neighborhoods in Boulder County and beyond</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">From the spooky to the sweet, little costumed trick-or-treaters deserve the best. While there has been a reported 74% decline</span><a href="https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2023/11/03/less-trick-or-treatershalloween-2023/71426191007/"><span style="font-weight: 400;"> in trick-or-treaters</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> in 2023, these neighborhoods in Boulder and Weld Counties are not ready to let the tradition die out. From homeowners who go all out on decorations, music, and food to fun town-orchestrated events, your little monster is sure to have a great time and make the most of the holiday.</span></p>
<h3><strong>Er</strong><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-86504 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/exterior_summer-1-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/exterior_summer-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/exterior_summer-1-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/exterior_summer-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/exterior_summer-1.jpg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><strong>ie</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>The Most Popular: Erie Village</b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Starting at the Erie Town Sq</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">uare and working your way through winding streets, <a href="https://livebouldercreek.com/blog/the-cottages-at-erie-village-a-classic-neighborhood-green-built-homes-and-a-low-maintenance-lifestyle">Erie Village</a> is the perfect place to stay safe and hit a lot of houses. Local mom, Diana Carty states, “It will be our fifth year trick-or-treating in this neighborhood. It is a blast!” With residents who go out of their way to make the Victorian-style homes look extra spooky while many of the home</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">owners dress up themselves, kids and adults alike will have a great time.</span></p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>The Most Fun: Meadow Sweet Farms</b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you are ready for a party, head to <a href="https://www.erieco.gov/directory.aspx?EID=315">Meadow Street Farms</a>. Kids will stock up on candy, adults can partake in Jell-O shots and beer, and  everyone can look forward to hotdogs.</span></p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>The Safest: Colliers Hill</b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">On the Weld County side of E</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">rie, the planned community of <a href="https://livecolliershill.com/">Colliers H</a>ill offers a quieter energy. With houses just a short walk apart and lots of young families, there is plenty of opportunity for little ones to stock up on candy without worrying about reckless drivers or getting lost in the crowd.</span></p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>Maximizing stops: Vista Ridge</b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Jean Tam, a long-time resident, boasts of her neighborhood: “Folks at <a href="https://enclavevistaridge.com/neighborhood/">Vista Ridge</a> have everything from haunted houses, displays synchronized with music, and full-blown displays.” She adds that she is so glad that her kids experienced the holiday magic growing up in this neighborhood.</span></p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>For the Littles: Erie Safety Stop</b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Swing by the </span><a href="https://www.erieco.gov/1574/Halloween-Safety-Stop"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Erie Police Station</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> for a trick-or-treat safety stop. The 2025 theme is “Toy Story,” so come prepared for your little ones to meet some of their favorite characters and have a safe indoor trick-or-treating experience. </span></p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>Halloween Warm-Up: Boo on Briggs Street</b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Music, activities, and trick-or-treating, downtown Erie gets everyone warmed up for the holiday on October 25 with </span><a href="https://www.erieco.gov/1429/Boo-on-Briggs-Street"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Boo on Briggs</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Supported by local businesses and residents, this is the perfect way to finish trick-or-treating early while enjoying what the town has to offer.</span></p>
<h3><strong>Longmont</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>The Most Popular: Prospect New Town</b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">With festive houses, lots of families, and winding neighborhoods, <a href="https://www.prospectnewtown.com/businesses/">Prospect New Town</a> is not only the perfect place for a local Longmonster but also worth the drive for those in quieter towns. According to local parent Windy Coleman Lohr, “The winding streets are fun, massive turnout always, and the neighborhood really does it up big!”</span></p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>The Most Fun: South of Loomiller Park</b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Located near Longmont High School, the neighborhood to the south of <a href="https://www.visitlongmont.org/listing/loomiller-park/19204/">Loomiller Park</a> is a perfect grid for candy collecting. In particular, 15th Street is not to be missed, as the residents coordinate their houses and sweet offerings, making it fun for all. Head to Loomiller Park at 11:30 a.m. on Halloween to take part in the holiday drum circle.</span></p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>Maximizing Stops: Thompson Park/ Olde Town Longmont</b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Here, you can start your night off at the newly renovated playground to get some of the wiggles out before running a sweep of the houses in downtown Longmont. Located next to Central Elementary School, the area is safe, and houses are kid-friendly with decorations and enthusiasm. <img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-86513 size-medium alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Longmont-Halloween_Longmont-Website_YellowScene_2025-09-e1758918757270-300x235.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="235" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Longmont-Halloween_Longmont-Website_YellowScene_2025-09-e1758918757270-300x235.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Longmont-Halloween_Longmont-Website_YellowScene_2025-09-e1758918757270.jpg 494w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></span></p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>Halloween Warm-Up: The Longmont Halloween Parade</b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Get ready for Halloween a little early at the Longmont Halloween Parade. Starting at 9:30 a.m. on October 25, local business owners and employees parade up and down the street, handing out candy, dancing, and showing off some creative </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">costumes. If an early bedtime might interfere with trick-or-treating, or you just want to make the most of the holiday, this is a great way to get your little ones excited for the big day.</span></p>
<h3><strong>Boulder</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>The Most Popular: Four Mile Creek</b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This neighborhood is so popular that it is recommended that you arrive early before it gets too busy. Located in North Boulder, the residents often enlist local bands to play in their yards, and many houses go big with the decorations.</span></p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>The Most Fun: Table Mesa</b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="https://tablemesaboulder.com/">Table Mesa</a> neighborhood has a little bit for everyone. One block up from Bear Creek Elementary School off of Ithaca Drive, a Halloween parade begins at 5 p.m. To see some wild decorations, head to haunted Heidelberg Drive, where the residents go all out to make their short road something to be admired.</span></p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>The Safest: Martin Acres</b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For a family of social butterflies, <a href="https://martinacres.org/">Martin Acres</a> is one of the busier neighborhoods. Lots of kids means lots of candy, and the homeowners know their audience.</span></p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>For the Littles: Pearl Street/Munchkin Masquerade</b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For the ultimate safe and easy Halloween, take the family to Pearl Street. From 3-6 p.m. on October 31 for the </span><a href="https://boulderdowntown.com/events/munchkin-masquerade"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Munchkin Masquerade</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. The shops and restaurants of Pearl Street set up for trick-or-treaters and their families. With early hours, this is a perfect option for small children with early bedtimes or a slightly older crowd that may want to maximize trick-or-treating in a few neighborhoods.</span></p>
<h3><strong>Superior</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>Most Popular: Rock Creek</b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tucked behind Colton Road, Rock Creek is a safe and quiet neighborhood. With houses a little closer together than other areas of Superior, it will be easy for your little goblins and ghosts to get to as many houses as possible while staying safe from cars. </span></p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>Halloween Warm-Up:  Monster Mash</b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The </span><a href="https://www.superiorcolorado.gov/Community/Calendars/Events/2025-Monster-Mash"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Monster Mash Party </span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">is held at the Superior Community Center on the Saturday before Halloween. This free event is a great way to get your little ones used to their costume while enjoying sweet treats, crafts, and games.</span></p>
<h3><strong>Louisville</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>Most Popular: Dutch Creek </b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">South of Community Park in Louisville, this older neighborhood with winding and quiet streets comes alive with spooky decorations and roaming trick-or-treaters. You can take a play/ candy break at Elephant Park halfway through your candy mission or push through and enjoy a bite to eat downtown afterwards.</span></p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>For the Littles: Louisville Library</b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">On October 30th, the </span><a href="https://www.louisvilleco.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/41349/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Louisville Library</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> will have a silly-spooky story time, followed by trick-or-treating. Designed for ages 2-5, this is a great way to get your little one in the mood for the holiday while abiding by naptime windows.</span></p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>Town Tradition: Main Street Trick or Treat</b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Starting at 9 a.m. on Halloween morning, Main Street Louisville closes down for the local elementary school, or any other interested kids, to parade up and down the street, collecting treats from local businesses. </span><a href="https://www.downtownlouisvilleco.com/about/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">This event has been held every year since 1968.</span></a></p>
<h3><strong>Lafayette</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>Most Popular: Old Town Lafayette</b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">With less traffic, sidewalks, and houses that are closer together, <a href="https://www.lafayetteco.gov/403/Old-Town-Lafayette">Old Town</a> is a favorite for Halloween trick-or-treating. Additionally, take a walk down Public Road and hit up some of the shops set up for trick-or-treating.</span></p>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>Lafayette Fire Department</b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Lafayette Fire Department is holding their first </span><a href="https://lafayetteco.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=11337"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Halloween safety event</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> on October 11. Children 6 and under can look forward to trick-or-treating, a not-so-spooky haunted house, and touch-a-truck.</span></p>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-86507 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2023-Pumpkin-Party_Niwot-website_Yellowscene_2025-09-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2023-Pumpkin-Party_Niwot-website_Yellowscene_2025-09-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2023-Pumpkin-Party_Niwot-website_Yellowscene_2025-09-1024x769.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2023-Pumpkin-Party_Niwot-website_Yellowscene_2025-09-768x577.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2023-Pumpkin-Party_Niwot-website_Yellowscene_2025-09-1536x1154.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2023-Pumpkin-Party_Niwot-website_Yellowscene_2025-09.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" />Niwot</b></h3>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>Town Tradition: The Great Pumpkin Party, Petting Zoo &amp; Parade</b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Niwot loves holidays, and </span><a href="https://niwot.com/events/niwots-great-pumpkin-party/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Halloween</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is no exception. Hosted by The Niwot Group the Saturday before Halloween, this event takes place at Compass and the Niwot Business Association where kids, families, and kid-friendly dogs can trick-or-treat, play games, and show off their costumes.</span></p>
<h3><b>Broomfield</b></h3>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>The Most Popular: Broomfield Heights</b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">With parking at the <a href="https://www.broomfield.org/4284/Broomfield-Heights-Stormwater-and-Pedest">Broomfield Heights</a> Middle School; you can spend the evening in this an older neighborhood with houses close together and a dense population of families, meaning they understand the importance of trick-or-treaters going for a big candy haul. </span></p>
<h3><b>Firestone</b></h3>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>Halloween Safe Night Firestone</b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">One week before Halloween, the town of Firestone will be hosting their </span><a href="https://www.firestoneco.gov/138/Halloween-Safe-Night"><span style="font-weight: 400;">safety night</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Complete with trick-or-treating, music, games, and food trucks, it will be a fun way to get the family out of the house and have a great (safe) time.</span></p>
<h3><b>Frederick</b></h3>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><b>Town Tradition: Tiny Terror Town</b></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">On October 18, the town of Fredrick goes all out for a family-friendly Halloween with </span><a href="https://www.frederickco.gov/767/Tiny-Terror-Town"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tiny Terror Town</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. With two trick-or-treat opportunities, one at Crist Park and the other located downtown, local businesses and community members will be handing out candy to the parading candy-seekers from 3-5 p.m. For your furry (or scaly) friends, there is a pet costume contest, and for those wanting a good scare, the evening ends with haunted house tours at the Miners Memorial Museum.</span></p>
<h3><strong><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-86506 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Bug-A-Boo_NeighborhoodHalloween-Neighborhoods_2025-09-200x300.jpg" alt="" width="189" height="284" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Bug-A-Boo_NeighborhoodHalloween-Neighborhoods_2025-09-200x300.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Bug-A-Boo_NeighborhoodHalloween-Neighborhoods_2025-09-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Bug-A-Boo_NeighborhoodHalloween-Neighborhoods_2025-09-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Bug-A-Boo_NeighborhoodHalloween-Neighborhoods_2025-09-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Bug-A-Boo_NeighborhoodHalloween-Neighborhoods_2025-09-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Bug-A-Boo_NeighborhoodHalloween-Neighborhoods_2025-09.jpg 1707w" sizes="(max-width: 189px) 100vw, 189px" />Westminster</strong></h3>
<p><b>Bonus: Bug-a-Boo at the Butterfly Pavilion</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Taking place on October 18, 19, 25, 26, and a special after-dark addition on October 31, the <a href="https://butterflies.org/bug-a-boo/">Butterfly Pavilion</a> is hosting indoor trick-or-treating among the butterflies and aquatic displays. Additionally, there is a special spider zone where visitors can walk among free-roaming spiders. This event is included in the standard entry price.</span></p>
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<h1><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>[ </b></span><b>Boulder County </b><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>]</b></span></h1>
<ul style="font-size: medium;">
<li><strong>Boulder County Commissioners vote to approve a ten-year extension on an open space tax. This has upset many farmers and ranchers,</strong> who are dissatisfied with this decision because there is no language to protect them from the tax extension. This could lead to driving agriculture out of Boulder County..</li>
<li><strong>Erie Town Council has approved the Erie Town Center Urban Renewal Plan,</strong> which will facilitate funding the development of the  20-acre Town-owned property at the northwest corner of Erie Parkway and E. County Line Rd. in Erie Town Center.</li>
<li><strong>Daniel Bench, 88, was killed while riding his bike on August 4th. His death is the first cyclist death in 2025.</strong> According to data provided by the city, the number of <strong>severe crashes involving bicycles has remained unchanged since the 2014 Vision Zero bill, which aimed to decrease incidents by 2030.</strong></li>
<li><strong>The City of Boulder has hired a new Transportation and Mobility Director, Blyth Bailey.</strong> Bailey is a trained architect who has previously led the first Department of Transportation in Chattanooga, TN, as well as worked to develop parks. His integration comes during the City of Boulder’s hiring freeze</li>
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<h1><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>[ </b></span><b>State</b><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>]</b></span></h1>
<ul style="font-size: medium;">
<li><strong>The City of Denver has cut of Loveland’s access to the FLOCK automatic license-plate reading software after it was revealed that Loveland was sharing the data with Border Patrol.</strong></li>
<li><strong>The bunnies are growing horns. Rabbits around northern Colorado are developing black horn-like growths around their heads and faces.</strong> This is a form of cottontail rabbit papillomavirus. This is not a dangerous disease, nor is it spread to humans or domestic pets.</li>
<li><strong>With the continued drought and overuse of water, federal officials announced that in 2026, Arizona, Nevada, and Mexico will all receive less water from Colorado.</strong> This will be an 18% decrease for Arizona, 7% for Nevada, and 5% for Mexico. <strong>There will not be a decrease for California.</strong></li>
<li><strong>The Lee Fire, burning in Rio Blanco County, is currently the fifth most extensive fire in  Colorado’s recorded history.</strong> At 137,485 acres burned, it is 300 acres behind the 2002 Hayman Fire</li>
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<h1><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>[</b></span><b> </b><b>National </b><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>]</b></span></h1>
<ul style="font-size: medium;">
<li><strong>Under an executive order, the National Guard has been deployed in Washington D.C. to increase policing and “decrease crime.”</strong> Initially, it was stated that the National Guard would not be armed; however, Army Senior Master Sgt. Craig Clapper said that &#8220;Guard members may be armed consistent with their mission and training.&#8221;</li>
<li><strong>Donald Trump flew to Alaska to meet with Russian leader, Vladimir Putin, to push for a ceasefire in the genocide in Ukraine.</strong> However, upon the meeting&#8217;s end, Trump had changed his mind, stating a ceasefire was no longer critical.</li>
<li><strong>Stephen Colbert announced that after ten years, Paramount has decided to cancel his show, The Late Show.</strong> While Paramount reports this was purely a financial decision,<strong> it came days after Colbert criticized the $16 million settlement between CBS and the White House</strong> over a possibly edited interview with Kamala Harris on 60 Minutes.</li>
<li><strong>The state department has halted all visas for people coming from Gaza.</strong> In the statement, it was explained that there needed to be “a full and thorough review of the process and procedures” used for granting medical humanitarian visas.</li>
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<h1><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>[</b></span><b> </b><b>International </b><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>]</b></span></h1>
<ul style="font-size: medium;">
<li><strong>Hamas has informed mediators that it has approved the latest Gaza ceasefire proposal and is ready to resume negotiations to discuss ending the conflict with Israel and Gaza</strong>, which has now killed more than 62,000 Palestinians, with looming threats of famine and starvation.</li>
<li><strong>Following the US-South Korea military exercises, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un announced that North Korea will be building up its nuclear armament,</strong> seeing the exercises as &#8220;an obvious expression of their will to provoke war.</li>
<li><strong>Nearly 2,000 service members have been deployed to fight the wildfire burning in Spain and Portugal.</strong> The fire has covered 579 square miles and continues to burn while southern Europe experiences a severe heatwave.</li>
</ul>
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<h1><b>Quotes</b></h1>
<p><strong><i>“So stick to the streets if we want to commute efficiently. Got it.” </i></strong></p>
<p>&#8211; <strong>Louisville resident Joe Walsh, after the announcement that speed limits on bike paths would be limited to 15 mph. </strong>This is after many bike paths were paved for easier bike commuting.</p>
<p><strong>“Vladimir Putin said something — one of the most interesting things — he said, ‘your election was rigged because you have mail-in voting,’ He said, ‘it’s impossible to have mail-in voting and have honest elections.”</strong></p>
<p>&#8211; <strong>Donald Trump explaining his inspiration for trying to rid our country of mail-in voting, a tool that helps the lower and working class ensure their ability to vote.</strong></p>
<p><em><strong>“I am not going anywhere.”</strong></em></p>
<p>&#8211; <strong>University of Colorado Board of Regents member, Wanda James,</strong> after her peers attempted to censure her after an investigation into her opposition to the CU-backed marijuana education campaign</p>
<p><em><strong>“The robots are still really dumb.”</strong></em></p>
<p>&#8211; <strong>Dr Allan Fern, robotics professor,</strong> regarding the first-ever robot humanoid games held in China.</p>
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<h1><b>By the Numbers</b></h1>
<h3><span style="color: #3366ff;">274</span></h3>
<p>The number of lives lost in Buner, Pakistan, after torrential rains and flooding, with no evacuation notice from the government.</p>
<h3><strong><span style="color: #c92c2c;">1:8 Million</span></strong></h3>
<p>The ratio of neurosurgeons to citizens in Sierra Leon. Earlier this year, Dr. Alieu Kamara became the first and only practicing neurosurgeon in his country.</p>
<h3><span style="color: #339966;"><b>500,000</b></span></h3>
<p>The approximate number of travelers who have been stranded during the Air Canada cabin-worker strikes.</p>
<h3><strong><span style="color: #ff9900;">39,448</span></strong></h3>
<p>A record-setting number of students are attending CU Boulder for the 2025 Fall semester.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Trump Lite in Erie We are not immune to bigotry  &#160; The current administration in Washington is not known for fastidious adherence to either truth or law. While not, perhaps, universally true, it is generally fair to say that those who support Trump and align with the Republican Party are similarly less than scrupulous guardians of honesty. As one test, try getting anyone with a MAGA hat to acknowledge that Trump lost the 2020 election. Last October, in advance of Erie’s election, I posed a simple question to candidates. A challenge to our Erie candidates: Ordinarily, this question would be</p>
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<h1>Trump Lite in Erie</h1>
<h3><em>We are not immune to bigotry </em></h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>The current administration in Washington is not known for fastidious adherence to either truth or law.</p>
<p>While not, perhaps, universally true, it is generally fair to say that those who support Trump and align with the Republican Party are similarly less than scrupulous guardians of honesty. As one test, try getting anyone with a MAGA hat to acknowledge that Trump lost the 2020 election.</p>
<p>Last October, in advance of Erie’s election, I posed a simple question to candidates.</p>
<p><i>A challenge to our Erie candidates:</i></p>
<p><i>Ordinarily, this question would be somewhat irrelevant. But in light of the recent “testimony” from multiple members of the Trump administration, including Generals Mattis, Milley, and Kelly, that Donald Trump is a fascist and unfit for office, can you affirm that you will not support him?</i></p>
<p><i>It seems reasonable to know whether local elected officials support a presidential candidate who has been characterized as a fascist authoritarian by conservatives and highly respected military leaders.</i></p>
<p><i>Have you the integrity to respond? A failure to respond will speak for itself.</i></p>
<p><strong>Members of the conservative slate failed to respond, yet several, including Mayor Andrew Moore, were nonetheless elected. Their silence continues to speak volumes. As mentioned, scrupulous honesty is not trending in this crowd.</strong></p>
<p>As true with Republicans across the land, our local club members are not blind to the grotesque qualities manifested by the president. It’s that it doesn’t matter to them. A larger dynamic fuels nearly all the malfeasance and ugliness experienced since 2016.</p>
<p><strong>It was clear then and clearer now that the conservative political movement was primarily driven by backlash to the advances in human rights from the 1960s forward. While some conservatives begrudgingly distanced themselves from overt bigotry in the ensuing years, they have steadily worked to reverse social progress.</strong></p>
<p>Obama’s presidency was the last straw. One need only wander through the festering thicket of right-wing social media to experience the depth and breadth of racist resentment. Similar backlash has greeted advances in women’s rights and gay rights, with the greatest venom reserved for transgender rights.</p>
<p>In essence, the unwritten platform of the MAGA party has been, “We’re fed up and we’re not taking any more!” In the cruder, Proud Boy, white nationalist, Nazi-adjacent circles, the bigotry is explicit and unapologetic. In more polite circles, the bigotry is obfuscated by distraction and distortion.</p>
<p>Immigrants have been caught, quite literally, in the crosshairs because they are easy prey. They are dark skinned and powerless. But make no mistake, many of these MAGA folks would gladly export your Black neighbors too, if they had their way.</p>
<p>This is why Trump’s support is so resilient despite his failure to fulfill any campaign promises. Expensive eggs are a small price to pay for the rich pleasure of sticking it to the libs and undoing 60 years of social progress.</p>
<p>Which brings me back to Erie, my hometown.</p>
<p>Mayor Moore and his conservative colleagues fall into the “polite circles” of distraction and distortion.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><b>Case in point #1:</b></p>
<ul style="font-size: medium;">
<li>Residents with 20-20 vision recently noticed that the Pride Flag at Town Hall had been lowered. It had been displayed in recognition of Pride Month, June’s celebratory nod to the existence of the LGBTQ+ community. But, say the Mayor and friends, the town has an ordinance prohibiting any flags other than Old Glory except when the president or governor makes a special decree. Oops! Who knew? It would not have been an act of heroic political courage to keep it up, but great pride in Pride is not a civic priority. Rules are rules. How very convenient.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><b>Case in point #2:</b></p>
<ul style="font-size: medium;">
<li>The new Erie administration is working to reverse many of the more progressive-minded achievements of the past administration under Mayor Justin Brooks. While it is not Moore’s style, his supporters are not shy in offering racially-charged commentary about the Black former Mayor. Shades of post-Obama vitriol, but at the local level.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Among the revisions is the undermining of any and all efforts to build affordable housing. Moore et al seem disinterested in making Erie more affordable or diverse. He really, really wants a swimming pool, though.</strong></p>
<p>Whether the truly despicable MAGATs or the more genteel types like Moore and Associates, the right side of America would love to see the country more like it was before all this rabble-rousing.</p>
<p><strong><em>Mostly white, comfortable, and Christian, a place where these other people aren’t bitching all the time.</em></strong></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>[ Boulder County ] Pride flags are returned to Erie after Mayor Andrew Moore removed them during Pride Month, stating that they were no longer in accordance with town policy, which said only the United States or Colorado flag could be flown. Formal charges were brought against the 28-year-old man who attacked at least ten people in Boulder over two days starting on June 27th. The man is charged with one count of first-degree assault, two counts of second-degree assault, seven counts of attempted second-degree assault, possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, harassment, three counts of menacing,</p>
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<h1><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>[ </b></span><b>Boulder County </b><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>]</b></span></h1>
<ul style="font-size: medium;">
<li><strong>Pride flags are returned to Erie after Mayor Andrew Moore removed them during Pride Month, stating that they were no longer in accordance with town policy,</strong> which said only the United States or Colorado flag could be flown.</li>
<li><strong>Formal charges were brought against the 28-year-old man who attacked at least ten people in Boulder over two days starting on June 27th.</strong> The man is charged with one count of first-degree assault, two counts of second-degree assault, seven counts of attempted second-degree assault, possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, harassment, three counts of menacing, criminal mischief, and third-degree assault</li>
<li><strong>Boulder County ends its 360 Foster Care program,</strong> which is its in-house initiative to help families, moving to a fee-for-service model to create more financial stability.</li>
<li><strong>The town of Nederland is set to buy the ski resort, Eldora. The resort is currently owned by the POWDR corporation;</strong> however, if the purchase goes through, the town of Nederland could see millions of dollars in revenue in the coming years.</li>
<li><strong>Boulder County prepares to launch its Climate Equity Fund grants, which will provide $2.5 million to community-led sustainability programs that are losing federal funding.</strong></li>
</ul>
<h1><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>[ </b></span><b>State</b><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>]</b></span></h1>
<ul style="font-size: medium;">
<li><strong>Wildfire season has arrived, with several fires taking off on the Western Slope of the state,</strong> including on the South Rim of the Black Canyon National Park.</li>
<li><strong>Nebraska announces a suit against Colorado, stating that the 1923 South Platte Agreement is not being upheld</strong> and that too much water is being diverted from the state of Nebraska.</li>
<li><strong>Two women in Mesa County were sentenced after their 2024 crime of stealing ballots during the national election. Vicki Stuart, the mail carrier who took the ballots, was charged with five years in prison,</strong> while her accomplice, Sally Maxton, walked away with just 100 hours of community service.</li>
<li><strong>Rare fossils were found under the Denver Museum of Nature and Science, which could not be more conveniently located for researchers.</strong></li>
</ul>
<h1><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>[</b></span><b> </b><b>National </b><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>]</b></span></h1>
<ul style="font-size: medium;">
<li><strong>After fellow western state republicans spoke up, Senate Energy and Natural Resources Chair Mike Lee (R-Utah) withdrew his provision to sell public lands on the GOP megabill.</strong></li>
<li><strong>Elmo, of Sesame Street Fame, had his public X (formerly Twitter) account hacked. The hacker proceeded to let out a slew of racist and anti-Semitic tweets before being stopped.</strong> This is added to a slew of similar chatbot hacks on the site in the past few months..</li>
<li><strong>America celebrated its 250th birthday. The America250 Commission is celebrating by creating a time capsule representing all 50 states,</strong> featuring 250 statues of historical figures, and funding field trips to historic monuments.</li>
<li><strong>A coalition of 20 states&#8217; Attorney Generals gather to sue the Trump administration over FEMA’s illegally terminated pre-disaster mitigation.</strong></li>
</ul>
<h1><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>[</b></span><b> </b><b>International </b><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>]</b></span></h1>
<ul style="font-size: medium;">
<li><strong>Contrary to statements made by Trump, the United States&#8217; bombing attack on Iran did not destroy “all of their nuclear capabilities”</strong> and, in fact, only impacted one out of three known sites.</li>
<li><strong>The United Nations Development Program makes a plea to allow more fuel into Gaza.</strong> According to the commission, <strong>without the fuel, more than 2.1 million people will lose their lifelines.</strong></li>
<li><strong>Over the weekend of July 12, the Sudanese paramilitary group Rapid Support Force raided and burned several villages, leading to the death of at least 300 citizens.</strong> This brings the death toll of the Sudanese civil war to somewhere between 40,000-150,000 since 2023.</li>
<li><strong>The United Kingdom lowers the voting age from 18 to 16 in an attempt to strengthen democracy and gather more engaged voters.</strong></li>
</ul>
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<h1><b>Quotes</b></h1>
<p><strong><i>“This staff was the most impressive and thoughtful group of journalists I’ve ever worked with. We really had something special in this paper, and Shay’s leadership as editor was a huge part of that. It’s a big loss for all of us who wanted to continue doing good work together, but it’s an even bigger loss for the community we served week in and week out.” </i></strong></p>
<p>&#8211; <strong>Jezy Gray regarding the firing of Shay Castle and the subsequent implosion and closure of The Boulder Weekly</strong></p>
<p><strong>“Let these weaklings continue forward and do the Democrats&#8217; work, don&#8217;t even think about talking of our incredible and unprecedented success, because I don&#8217;t want their support anymore!”</strong></p>
<p>&#8211; <strong>Donald Trump, belittling his supporters who want to see the “Epstein List,” which Trump is <i>definitely</i> not on.</strong></p>
<p><em><strong>“Shoot and Ask Questions Later.”</strong></em></p>
<p>&#8211; <strong>US Aid worker and whistleblower, while speaking with the BBC, who states he was told to open fire on Palestinians</strong> while deployed with the United States in Gaza</p>
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<h1><b>By the Numbers</b></h1>
<h3><span style="color: #3366ff;">4000</span></h3>
<p>The number of military troops that were deployed to Los Angeles by Trump, against the wishes of Newsom, in order to deal with vague “lawlessness.”</p>
<h3><strong><span style="color: #c92c2c;">134</span></strong></h3>
<p>The number of lives lost due to the Texas Hill Country Flooding.</p>
<h3><span style="color: #339966;"><b>60,000</b></span></h3>
<p>The number of acres burned in the Grand Canyon National Park during the current wildfire.</p>
<h3><strong><span style="color: #ff9900;">100</span></strong></h3>
<p>The number of losses procured by the Colorado Rockies, so far this season, is setting them on track to meet the record of the most losses in a single season</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>[ Local ] After months of controversy, the Draco Well Pad proposal from Civitas Resources, Inc., a 26-well project in Weld County, is approved by the Colorado Energy &#38; Carbon Management Commission (ECMC) in a 4-1 vote. Amid reduced funding, TGTHR, a Boulder-based non-profit focused on youth homelessness, is forced to shut down its emergency shelter known as The Source, which was the only youth homeless shelter in the city. During a pro-Israel protest in Boulder, an man uses a makeshift flamethrower to attack the protesters, injuring 12 people in the process. The suspect, Mohamed Sabry Soliman, is being charged</p>
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<h1><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>[ </b></span><b>Local </b><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>]</b></span></h1>
<ul style="font-size: medium;">
<li><strong>After months of controversy, the Draco Well Pad proposal from Civitas Resources, Inc., a 26-well project in Weld County, is approved</strong> by the Colorado Energy &amp; Carbon Management Commission (ECMC) in a 4-1 vote.</li>
<li><strong>Amid reduced funding, TGTHR, a Boulder-based non-profit focused on youth homelessness, is forced to shut down its emergency shelter known as The Source,</strong> which was the only youth homeless shelter in the city.</li>
<li><strong>During a pro-Israel protest in Boulder, an man uses a makeshift flamethrower to attack the protesters, injuring 12 people in the process.</strong> The suspect, Mohamed Sabry Soliman, is being charged with a federal hate crime.</li>
<li><strong>Hundreds protest Trump’s layoffs and anti-science policies on International Workers Day</strong> in front of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Boulder.</li>
</ul>
<h1><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>[</b></span><b> </b><b>National </b><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>]</b></span></h1>
<ul style="font-size: medium;">
<li><strong>Elon Musk exits the Trump administration and, after criticizing Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill,”</strong> has a very public falling out that leads to the two men bickering on social media.</li>
<li><strong>After demonstrations in Los Angeles protesting ICE raids in the city, Donald Trump deploys 2,000 National Guard troops</strong> to the city to control the unrest. The move leads to California Governor Gavin Newsom suing the Trump administration.</li>
<li><strong>President Trump issues a travel ban</strong> barring travelers from Afghanistan, Chad, Eritrea, Equatorial Guinea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Myanmar, the Republic of the Congo, Somalia, Sudan and Yemen from entering the country.</li>
<li><strong>The Trump administration finalizes plans to remove funding from 988 crisis suicide hotline for LGBTQ+ youth.</strong></li>
</ul>
<h1><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>[</b></span><b> </b><b>International </b><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>]</b></span></h1>
<ul style="font-size: medium;">
<li><strong>Following the death of Pope Francis, the papal conclave elects Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope</strong> in the history of the Catholic Church.</li>
<li><strong>An aid boat bound for Gaza containing activists including Greta Thunberg is seized by Israeli authorities</strong> for trying to bring much-needed supplies like baby formula, food and medical supplies into Gaza.</li>
<li><strong>Tens of thousands of protesters in Spain demonstrate and call for early elections in the nation’s capital of Madrid</strong> in response to perceived corruption within the government of Socialist Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez.</li>
<li><strong>Austrian pop artist JJ wins the popular <i>Eurovision Song Contest</i> for 2025 with the song “Wasted Love.”</strong></li>
</ul>
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<h1><b>Quotes</b></h1>
<p><strong><i>“[Donald Trump] is in the Epstein files. That is the real reason they have not been made public.” </i></strong></p>
<p>&#8211; <strong>Elon Musk on X</strong> after his falling out with Trump</p>
<p><strong>“Our community has worked tireless and bravely this legislative session. And now, with HB25-1312, Legal Protections for Transgender Individuals, and HB25-1309, Protecting Access to Gender Affirming Healthcare, heading to the Senate for final votes, Colorado stands firm: as a safe place for transgender people and their families, a beacon of hope for transgender Americans across the country, and a blueprint for progress that other states can follow”</strong></p>
<p>&#8211; <strong>One Colorado’s comment on the Kelly Loving Act</strong></p>
<p><em><strong>“I also turn to the powerful of the world repeating the always timely appeal: never again a war!”</strong></em></p>
<p>&#8211; <strong>Pope Leo XIV</strong></p>
<p><strong>“Fear is the way that they win, for one. And so keep telling the stories and keep expressing yourself and keep fighting to be who you are.”</strong></p>
<p>&#8211;<strong>Actor Pedro Pascal</strong> addressing the Cannes Film Festival</p>
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<h1><b>By the Numbers</b></h1>
<h3><span style="color: #3366ff;">200</span></h3>
<p>The number of prisoners that Russia and Ukraine could potentially release on each side in an ongoing prisoner swap</p>
<h3><strong><span style="color: #c92c2c;">18</span></strong></h3>
<p>The number of years that Israel has maintained a blockade on Gaza, preventing the delivery of essential items</p>
<h3><span style="color: #339966;"><b>$25.5 million</b></span></h3>
<p>The amount of funding the University of Colorado has lost due to Trump’s budget cuts.</p>
<h3><strong><span style="color: #ff9900;">55,000</span></strong></h3>
<p>The approximate number of Palestinians killed in the War in Gaza in an attempt by Israel to secure the release of 55 hostages</p>
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<h3><a href="https://www.z2ent.com/boulder-theater-venue">Boulder Theater</a> (Boulder, CO)</h3>
<p>An Evening with Adam Met (of AJR) | June 6</p>
<p>Unite to Fight IX – Undercard | June 7</p>
<p>Unite to Fight IX – Main Card | June 7</p>
<p>Tycho | June 17</p>
<p>Big Bad Voodoo Daddy with Guerrilla Fanfare | June 18</p>
<p>A.J. Croce Presents CROCE PLAYS CROCE | June 19</p>
<p>The English Beat | June 20</p>
<p>Drive-By Truckers/Deer Tick with Thelma and the Sleaze | June 21</p>
<p>BoDeans | June 28</p>
<p>Pink Talking Fish “Stops Making Sense” | July 2</p>
<p>Flying Mojito Bros | July 3</p>
<p>Galactic feat. Jelly Joseph | July 3</p>
<p>Arc De Soleil | July 4</p>
<p>A Tribute to Jamiroquai featuring ????? | July 5</p>
<p>Shakedown Street performs 7/13/84 Berkeley | July 11</p>
<p>Social Distortion with special guest Plague Vendor | July 15</p>
<p>Santana Tribute: Santa Rios | August 8</p>
<p>The Man In Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash | August 20</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.z2ent.com/fox-theatre-venue">Fox Theatre</a> (Boulder, CO)</h3>
<p>The Burroughs with Hand Turkey | June 13</p>
<p>Amythyst Kiah | June 19</p>
<p>Other Brothers (ft. Members of JJ Grey, Thievery Corp. &amp; More) with special guest Rado | June 20</p>
<p>The Speeks with Pet Falcon, The Sanct, Indigo | June 21</p>
<p>Takuya Kuroda | June 30</p>
<p>Taper’s Choice | July 2</p>
<p>PhanArt (2 Days!) | July 4</p>
<p>Steely Dead – A Sonic Fusion of The Grateful Dead and Steely Dan | July 4</p>
<p>PhanArt (2 Days) | July 5</p>
<p>Magic Beans do Magic Weens (Tribute to Ween) | July 5</p>
<p>Germ Theory with Undissassembled, Ok I Love You | July 18</p>
<p>Julian Marley &amp; The Uprising | July 20</p>
<p>A Very Jerry Evening | July 31</p>
<p>Nether Hour with Horse Bitch | August 29</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.z2ent.com/aggie-theatre">Aggie Theatre</a> (Fort Collins, CO)</h3>
<p>Latin Night: Reggaeton Recap ft DJ Prada | June 6</p>
<p>Gimme Gimme Disco | June 7</p>
<p>Emo Night Brooklyn | June 14</p>
<p>Exhorder with Hatriot, Voidlung, Attack on Venus, I Am The Owl | June 19</p>
<p>Amythyst Kiah with Katya Grasso | June 20</p>
<p>Joseph with Frail Talk | June 21</p>
<p>James McMurtry with BettySoo | June 27</p>
<p>Colorado Springsteen (Bruce Springsteen Tribute) with Still the Same (Bob Seger Tribute) | July 3</p>
<p>Deep Sea Diver with Meernaa | July 8</p>
<p>Jonah Kagen &amp; Crowe Boys | July 14</p>
<p>Sabotage (Beastie Boys Tribute) / Guerrilla Radio (Rage Against The Machine Tribute) | July 17</p>
<p>Shakedown Street | July 18</p>
<p>SadGirl/The McCharmlys with The High Curbs | July 26</p>
<p>Charlie Stevens Band with Hot Dawg! (ft Jeremy Garrett) / Friendly Reminders | July 31</p>
<p>Babe Rainbow | August 15</p>
<p>Nether Hour | August 28</p>
<p>The High Kings | August 31</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.chautauqua.com/venue/chautauqua-auditorium/">Chautauqua Auditorium</a> (Boulder, CO)</h3>
<p>Judy Collins | June 14</p>
<p>Gillian Welch &amp; David Rawlings | June 16</p>
<p>Béla Fleck, Edmar Castaneda &amp; Antonio Sánchez Trio | June 19</p>
<p>Joseph with special guest Covenhoven | June 20</p>
<p>Bruce Cockburn | July 9</p>
<p>Tab Benoit | July 12</p>
<p>Dave Mason’s Traffic Jam with Ivan Pulley | July 14</p>
<p>Jake Shimabukuro | July 16</p>
<p>Lucinda Williams &amp; her band | July 19</p>
<p>Steve Earle | July 21</p>
<p>Jesús “Aguaje” Ramos &amp; the Buena Vista Orchestra | July 26</p>
<p>Rhiannon Giddens &amp; The Old-Time Revue | August 31</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3>Coors Field – <a href="https://www.mlb.com/rockies/schedule/2025-06">Colorado Rockies Home Games</a></h3>
<p><b>New York Mets at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
June 6<br />
6:40 pm</p>
<p><b>New York Mets at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
June 7<br />
7:40 pm</p>
<p><b>New York Mets at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
June 8<br />
1:10 pm</p>
<p><b>San Francisco Giants at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
June 10<br />
6:40 pm</p>
<p><b>San Francisco Giants at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
June 11<br />
6:40 pm</p>
<p><b>San Francisco Giants at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
June 12<br />
1:10 pm</p>
<p><b>Arizona Diamondbacks at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
June 20<br />
6:40 pm</p>
<p><b>Arizona Diamondbacks at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
June 21<br />
7:10 pm</p>
<p><b>Arizona Diamondbacks at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
June 22<br />
1:10 pm</p>
<p><b>Los Angeles Dodgers at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
June 24<br />
6:40 pm</p>
<p><b>Los Angeles Dodgers at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
June 25<br />
6:40 pm</p>
<p><b>Los Angeles Dodgers at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
June 26<br />
1:10 pm</p>
<p><b>Houston Astros at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
July 1<br />
6:40 pm</p>
<p><b>Houston Astros at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
July 2<br />
6:40 pm</p>
<p><b>Houston Astros at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
July 3<br />
1:10 pm</p>
<p><b>Chicago White Sox at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
July 4<br />
6:10 pm</p>
<p><b>Chicago White Sox at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
July 5<br />
7:10 pm</p>
<p><b>Chicago White Sox at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
July 6<br />
1:10 pm</p>
<p><b>Minnesota Twins at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
July 18<br />
6:40 pm</p>
<p><b>Minnesota Twins at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
July 19<br />
6:10 pm</p>
<p><b>Minnesota Twins at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
July 20<br />
1:10 pm</p>
<p><b>St. Louis Cardinals at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
July 21<br />
6:40 pm</p>
<p><b>St. Louis Cardinals at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
July 22<br />
6:40 pm</p>
<p><b>St. Louis Cardinals at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
July 23<br />
1:10 pm</p>
<p><b>Pittsburgh Pirates at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
August 1<br />
6:10 pm</p>
<p><b>Pittsburgh Pirates at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
August 2<br />
1:10 pm</p>
<p><b>Pittsburgh Pirates at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
August 3<br />
1:10 pm</p>
<p><b>Toronto Blue Jays at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
August 4<br />
6:40 pm</p>
<p><b>Toronto Blue Jays at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
August 5<br />
6:40 pm</p>
<p><b>Toronto Blue Jays at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
August 6<br />
1:10 pm</p>
<p><b>Arizona Diamondbacks at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
August 14<br />
6:40 pm</p>
<p><b>Arizona Diamondbacks at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
August 15<br />
6:40 pm</p>
<p><b>Arizona Diamondbacks at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
August 16<br />
6:10 pm</p>
<p><b>Arizona Diamondbacks at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
August 17<br />
1:10 pm</p>
<p><b>Los Angeles Dodgers at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
August 18<br />
6:40 pm</p>
<p><b>Los Angeles Dodgers at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
August 19<br />
6:40 pm</p>
<p><b>Los Angeles Dodgers at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
August 20<br />
6:40 pm</p>
<p><b>Los Angeles Dodgers at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
August 21<br />
1:10 pm</p>
<p><b>Chicago Cubs at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
August 29<br />
6:40 pm</p>
<p><b>Chicago Cubs at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
August 30<br />
6:10 pm</p>
<p><b>Chicago Cubs at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
August 31<br />
1:10 pm</p>
<p><b>San Francisco Giants at Colorado Rockies</b><br />
September 1<br />
2:10 pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://globehall.com/menu/">Globe Hall Bar-B-Q</a> (Denver)</h3>
<p><b>Drew Dvorchak Band w/ Band of Gringos + The Desert Furs</b><br />
June 5<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>Vintersea w/ Blighted Eye, We Are William, Warcrown + Irah Nox</b><br />
June 6<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>The Hip Snacks w/ Vada</b><br />
June 7<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>Chuck w/ Jules Frantic, Christianontheinternet + Los Cronies</b><br />
June 8<br />
5:00pm</p>
<p><b>Eliza &amp; the Delusionals w/ Grace Gardner + Gartener</b><br />
June 10<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>Sea Wolf (Solo) w/ Patrick Park</b><br />
June 11<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>Caspar Milquetoast w/ Clementine Was Right, Supermoon + Marty Nation</b><br />
June 12<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>Petite League w/ Lavalove + Business Cashmere</b><br />
June 13<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>Melissa Carper w/ Bonnie Montgomery + Amy Martin</b><br />
June 15<br />
7:30pm</p>
<p><b>Big Signal w/ The Standalones + Motel Frunz</b><br />
June 19<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>Moonradish w/ Crisco Disco, Enso + Ether.Net</b><br />
June 20<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>Vandoliers w/ Adeem the Artist</b><br />
June 21<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>NGOC CC w/ Gay Crush, Dreamiboi + Debthedemo</b><br />
June 22<br />
5:00pm</p>
<p><b>The Family Crest w/ Babes in Canyon</b><br />
June 26<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>The Wilder Blue</b><br />
June 27<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>Jack Symes w/ Jacksonport</b><br />
June 28<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>Mikaela Davis w/ Lily Seabird</b><br />
July 1<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>The Band Feel w/ The Regular</b><br />
July 3<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>Griffin William Sherry</b><br />
July 9<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>Orca w/ Atlas Radio</b><br />
July 11<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>Kevian Kraemer</b><br />
July 17<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>Cherokee Social &amp; Lobatomy w/ Cactusheads + Jazzy P</b><br />
July 18<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>School of Rock All Stars</b><br />
July 21<br />
6:30pm</p>
<p><b>Brendan Walter</b><br />
July 24<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>Mr. Woodman w/ Hard 45 + In Plain Air</b><br />
July 25<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>Old Mervs w/ The Dirty Turkeys</b><br />
July 26<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>Tyler Halverson</b><br />
August 1<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>Everlasting Everything w/ Ripcords, North by North + Stephen Lear Band</b><br />
August 6<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>Chuck Prophet and His Cumbia Shoes</b><br />
August 7<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>Ellise w/ Ella Red</b><br />
August 15<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>The Droptines</b><br />
August 30<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://grfavail.com/">Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater</a></h3>
<p><b>Trombone Shorty &amp; Orleans Avenue</b><br />
June 5<br />
7:00pm</p>
<p><b>Molly Tuttle and The California Honeydrops</b><br />
June 6<br />
6:30pm</p>
<p><b>Steel Pulse &amp; Mike Posner</b><br />
June 7<br />
6:30pm</p>
<p><b>Trevor Hall with Fruit Bats</b><br />
June 14<br />
7:00pm</p>
<p><b>Bertha: Grateful Drag</b><br />
June 17<br />
6:30pm</p>
<p><b>O.A.R. with Special Guest Blind Melon</b><br />
June 20<br />
7:30pm</p>
<p><b>Maggie Rose</b><br />
June 24<br />
6:30pm</p>
<p><b>Patriotic Concert with The Dallas Symphony Orchestra</b><br />
July 4<br />
2:00pm</p>
<p><b>Those Crazy Nights – The Ultimate Journey Experience</b><br />
July 8<br />
6:30pm</p>
<p><b>ALO</b><br />
July 15<br />
6:30pm</p>
<p><b>Opening Night</b><br />
July 25<br />
7:30pm</p>
<p><b>Upclose: Song &amp; Dance</b><br />
July 27<br />
6:00pm</p>
<p><b>Balanchine Celebration</b><br />
July 28<br />
7:30pm</p>
<p><b>Paul Taylor Dance Company</b><br />
July 29<br />
7:30pm</p>
<p><b>International Evenings of Dance I</b><br />
August 1<br />
7:30pm</p>
<p><b>International Evenings of Dance II</b><br />
August 2<br />
5:00pm</p>
<p><b>International Evenings of Dance III</b><br />
August 2<br />
8:00pm</p>
<p><b>Now: Premieres</b><br />
August 4<br />
7:30pm</p>
<p><b>Dance for $20.25 with BalletX</b><br />
August 5<br />
6:00pm</p>
<p><b>The String Cheese Incident</b><br />
August 8<br />
6:30pm</p>
<p><b>The String Cheese Incident</b><br />
August 9<br />
6:30pm</p>
<p><b>Melissa Etheridge</b><br />
August 12<br />
7:30pm</p>
<p><b>An August Evening with Wilco</b><br />
August 17<br />
7:00pm</p>
<p><b>The Man in Black – A Tribute to Johnny Cash</b><br />
August 19<br />
6:30pm</p>
<p><b>Joe Russo’s Almost Dead</b><br />
August 21<br />
6:30pm</p>
<p><b>Ray LaMontagne</b><br />
August 26<br />
7:00pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.denvercenter.org/plan-your-visit/theatres-seating/the-garner-galleria-theatre/">Garner Galleria</a></h3>
<p><b>Dixie’s Tupperware Party</b><br />
July 16 – August 17</p>
<p><b>Dixie’s Never Wear a Tube Top…</b><br />
August 20 – September 7</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.artscomplex.com/explore-the-complex/theatres-venues/temple-hoyne-buell-theatre">Temple Hoyne Buell Theater</a></h3>
<p><b>&amp; Juliet</b><br />
June 4 – June 15</p>
<p><b>Mamma Mia!</b><br />
June 25 – June 29</p>
<p><b>Some Like it Hot</b> July 8-July 20</p>
<p><b>Moulin Rouge! The Musical</b><br />
August 6 – August 17</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.artscomplex.com/venues/detail/kilstrom-theatre">Kilstrom Theater</a></h3>
<p><b>Phamaly Theatre Company’s Pippin</b><br />
August 7–August 24</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.redrocksonline.com/film/">Film on the Rocks</a> (Red Rocks Amphitheatre)</h3>
<p><b>2001: A Space Odyssey</b><br />
June 9<br />
6:30pm</p>
<p><b>Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl</b><br />
June 23<br />
6:30pm</p>
<p><b>Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory</b><br />
June 30<br />
6:30pm</p>
<p><b>Shrek 2</b><br />
August 18<br />
6:30pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.velvetelklounge.com/"><b>Velvet Elk Lounge</b></a></h3>
<p><b>Sicard Hollow</b><br />
June 5<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>David Lowery of Cracker &amp; Camper Van Beethoven (Presented by 105.5 The Colorado Sound)</b><br />
June 8<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Liver Down The River with Foggy Memory Boys</b><br />
June 13<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Bear Hat with Mighty Holler</b><br />
June 20<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Twisted Pine with Salomé Songbird</b><br />
June 26<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Phish Weekend Pre-Party with Studtmann Cunnane P.I.</b><br />
July 3<br />
3:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Phish Weekend Pre-Party with River Spell</b><br />
July 4<br />
3:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Griffin William Sherry</b><br />
July 12<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>The Grammy Award-Winning Rebirth Brass Band</b><br />
July 31<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.visitlongmont.org/listing/dickens-opera-house/19173/">Dickens Opera House</a></h3>
<p><b>Family Fun: Fiddlin Brothers</b><br />
June 6, 2025<br />
6:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>David Tilmon</strong><br />
June 7<br />
5:00 ON</p>
<p><b>Local Female Band Show</b><br />
June 20, 2025</p>
<p><b>Dickens After Dark Event</b><br />
June 21, 2025</p>
<p><b>Pride Drag Show</b><br />
June 22, 2025<br />
6:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Tumbledown Shack: Grateful Dead Tribute</b><br />
July 11, 2025</p>
<p><b>BBQ Drag Show</b><br />
July 13, 2025</p>
<p><b>Album Release Party</b><br />
July 26, 2025</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://thepassenger.restaurant/">The Passenger</a></h3>
<p><strong>Sirona Isle</strong><br />
June 6<br />
5 pm</p>
<p><strong>Free Live Music by Chicken Coop Willaye</strong><br />
June 14<br />
5:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Pride Drag Bingo Brunch!</strong><br />
June 15<br />
9am</p>
<p><strong>El Dolor</strong><br />
June 21</p>
<p><strong>Indigo</strong><br />
June 27</p>
<p><strong>Elise</strong><br />
July 11 &amp; 13</p>
<p><strong>Expression Singer Showcase</strong><br />
July 18</p>
<p><strong>Expression Singer Showcase</strong><br />
August 15</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.bluebirdtheater.net/">Bluebird Theater</a></h3>
<p><b>Taylor Fest</b><br />
June 6, 2025<br />
9:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Planet Perreo</b><br />
June 7, 2025<br />
9:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Pub Choir – &#8216;Something To Do&#8217; Tour</b><br />
June 11, 2025<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>LVDY with Mistermoon</b><br />
June 13, 2025<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Texas Flood – A Tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughan</b><br />
June 14, 2025<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>The Rock and Roll Playhouse – Music of Grateful Dead for Kids</b><br />
June 14, 2025<br />
11:00 am</p>
<p><b>BRONCHO – Natural Pleasure Tour 2025</b><br />
June 17, 2025<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Shinyribs with The River Arkansas</b><br />
June 18, 2025<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Provoker – Mausoleum Tour</b><br />
June 19, 2025<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Merkules – The Survivor’s Guilt Tour</b><br />
June 20, 2025<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Greer</b><br />
June 21, 2025<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Pub Choir – &#8216;Something To Do&#8217; Tour</b><br />
June 24, 2025<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Daniel Allan</b><br />
June 27, 2025<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Amistat</b><br />
June 28, 2025<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Tiny Desk Contest On The Road 2025</b><br />
June 29, 2025<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Ben Kweller – Cover the Mirrors Tour</b><br />
July 11, 2025<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Take a Dance on Me: ABBA Disco Night</b><br />
July 12, 2025<br />
9:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Surprise Chef</b><br />
July 18, 2025<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>The Reverend Peyton&#8217;s Big Damn Band – Porch Stomp Tour</b><br />
July 24, 2025<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Savannah Dexter &amp; Brabo Gator</b><br />
July 26, 2025<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Jonah Kagen</b><br />
July 27, 2025<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Late Night Drive Home with ALEXSUCKS.</b><br />
August 2, 2025<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Wasia Project</b><br />
August 5, 2025<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Loving</b><br />
August 11, 2025<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs with Slaughterhouse</b><br />
August 23, 2025<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Horsegirl with Godcaster</b><br />
August 26, 2025<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Beginnings – A Celebration of the Music of Chicago</b><br />
August 29, 2025<br />
8:00 pm</p>
<h3></h3>
<h3><b><a href="https://www.doghousemusic.com/theendtickets?gad_campaignid=22372840706">The End Lafayette</a> at Dog House Music</b></h3>
<p><b>Free Songwriters Meetup</b><br />
June 11, 2025<br />
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm</p>
<p><b>The Crash n’ Burn Show with Krash &amp; The Bandahoots + Ilithyia + Dante Must Die</b><br />
June 13, 2025<br />
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Free Open Mic Night</b><br />
June 17, 2025<br />
7:30 pm – 10:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Free Podcast Jumpstart Class</b><br />
June 17, 2025<br />
8:00 pm – 9:00 pm</p>
<p><b>TBA</b><br />
June 27, 2025<br />
8:00 pm – 10:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Femme Musicians Meetup (and jam)</b><br />
July 1, 2025<br />
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Songwriters Meetup</b><br />
July 9, 2025<br />
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Performer TBD</b><br />
July 11, 2025<br />
8:00 pm – 10:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Free Open Mic Night</b><br />
July 15, 2025<br />
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Femme Musicians Meetup (and jam)</b><br />
August 5, 2025<br />
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Live Music Performer TBA</b><br />
August 8, 2025<br />
8:00 pm – 10:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Songwriters Meetup</b><br />
August 13, 2025<br />
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Live Music Performer TBA</b><br />
August 22, 2025<br />
8:00 pm – 10:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Band Speed Dating</b><br />
August 25, 2025<br />
7:30 pm – 10:30 pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.etown.org/"> </a><b><a href="https://www.etown.org/">eTown Hall</a> – May to September 2025 Events</b></h3>
<p><b>Chuck Prophet and His Cumbia Shoes – Live Radio Taping</b><br />
August 8, 2025<br />
7:00 pm – 9:30 pm</p>
<p><b>eTown Live Radio Taping with The SteelDrivers and Special Guest</b><br />
August 24, 2025<br />
7:00 pm – 9:30 pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.bmoca.org/">Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art</a></h3>
<p><strong>Puppy Camp</strong><br />
June 9–12<br />
9 am</p>
<p><strong>Rocks &amp; Crystals</strong><br />
June 9–12<br />
1 pm</p>
<p><strong>Glow in the Dark</strong><br />
June 16–19<br />
9 am</p>
<p><strong>Swifties</strong><br />
June 16–19<br />
1 pm</p>
<p><strong>Rainbows &amp; Unicorns</strong><br />
June 23–26<br />
9 am</p>
<p><strong>Glow in the Dark</strong><br />
June 23–26<br />
1 pm</p>
<p><strong>Rocks &amp; Crystals</strong><br />
July 7–10<br />
9 am</p>
<p><strong>Puppy Camp</strong><br />
July 7–10<br />
1 pm</p>
<p><strong>Swifties</strong><br />
July 14–17<br />
9 am</p>
<p><strong>Rainbows &amp; Unicorns</strong><br />
July 14–17<br />
1 pm</p>
<p><strong>Swifties</strong><br />
July 14–17<br />
9 am</p>
<p><strong>Rainbows &amp; Unicorns</strong><br />
July 14–17<br />
1 pm</p>
<p><strong>Glow in the Dark</strong><br />
July 21–24<br />
9 am</p>
<p><strong>Rocks &amp; Crystals</strong><br />
July 21–24<br />
1 pm</p>
<p><strong>Puppy Camp</strong><br />
July 28–31<br />
9 am</p>
<p><strong>Swifties</strong><br />
July 28–31<br />
1 pm</p>
<p><strong>Flipbooks</strong><br />
August 4–7<br />
9 am</p>
<p><strong>Acrylics &amp; Watercolors</strong><br />
August 4–7<br />
1 pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><b> </b><b><a href="https://thedairy.org/">Dairy Arts Center</a> – May to September 2025 Events</b></h3>
<p><b>Happy Hour Draft Exchange</b><br />
Date: Thursday, June 5, 2025<br />
Time: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Danse Etoile Ballet: The Hunchback of Notre-Dame</b><br />
Date: Friday, June 6, 2025<br />
Time: 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Danse Etoile Ballet: The Hunchback of Notre-Dame</b><br />
Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025<br />
Time: 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Danse Etoile Ballet: The Hunchback of Notre-Dame</b><br />
Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025<br />
Time: 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Fearless Motion Dance Center: New York City in Motion</b><br />
Date: Sunday, June 8, 2025<br />
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Fearless Motion Dance Center: New York City in Motion</b><br />
Date: Sunday, June 8, 2025<br />
Time: 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Fearless Motion Dance Center: New York City in Motion</b><br />
Date: Sunday, June 8, 2025<br />
Time: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Memoir Writing with Brenda Kahn: 6 Weeks</b><br />
Date: Monday, June 9, 2025<br />
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Go West: Artist Talk</b><br />
Date: Tuesday, June 10, 2025<br />
Time: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Drop-In Writing Sessions</b><br />
Date: Wednesday, June 11, 2025<br />
Time: 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Cultural Caravan Presents: Behind the Music – Letters to My Daughters</b><br />
Date: Thursday, June 13, 2025<br />
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Frequency Dance Concert: Dive Into Dance</b><br />
Date: Friday, June 13, 2025<br />
Time: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Frequency Dance Concert: Dive Into Dance</b><br />
Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025<br />
Time: 10:00 am – 11:30 am</p>
<p><b>Frequency Dance Concert: Dive Into Dance</b><br />
Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025<br />
Time: 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Frequency Dance Concert: Dive Into Dance</b><br />
Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025<br />
Time: 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Memoir Writing with Brenda Kahn: 6 Weeks</b><br />
Date: Monday, June 16, 2025<br />
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.rmequality.org/events"><b>Equality Center of the Rocky Mountains</b></a></h3>
<p><strong>Youth Pride</strong><br />
June 23, 2025<br />
4:00 pm – 8:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>50+ LGBTQ+ Mixer &#8211; Save the Date</strong><br />
June 27, 2025<br />
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://junkyardsocialclub.org/"><b>Junkyard Social Club</b></a></h3>
<p><strong>Queer Circus</strong><br />
June 6, 2025<br />
7:00 pm – 10:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Longmont Pride</strong><br />
June 7, 2025<br />
3:30 pm – 8:00 pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://bouldercolorado.gov/locations/central-park-civic-area"><b>Central Park and Civic Area</b></a></h3>
<p><strong>Saturday Boulder Farmers Market</strong><br />
June 7, 2025<br />
8:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Boulder Pridefest</strong><br />
June 15, 2025<br />
11:30 am – 5:00 pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.townoflyons.com/612/Sandstone-Summer-Concert-Series"><b>Sandstone Park</b></a></h3>
<p><a href="https://www.rmequality.org/pride-month/lyons-pride"><strong>Lyons Pride</strong></a><br />
June 21, 2025<br />
3:00 pm – 6:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>June 25 &#8211; High Lonesome</strong></p>
<p><strong>July 2-  Ryan Chrys &amp; The Rough Cuts</strong></p>
<p><strong>July 9-  Chris Daniels &amp; The Kings</strong></p>
<p><strong>July  16- Los Cheesies</strong></p>
<p><strong>July 23- Bonnie &amp; Taylor Sims Band</strong></p>
<p><strong>July 30- Shuck Wagaon Bluegrass Band</strong></p>
<p><strong>August 6- Halden Wofford &amp; The Hi* Beams</strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://cupresents.org/venue/14/roe-green-theatre-indoors/"><b> </b></a><b><a href="https://cupresents.org/venue/14/roe-green-theatre-indoors/">Roe Green Theatre</a> (CU Boulder)</b></h3>
<p>Indoor venue for Colorado Shakespeare Festival productions. Comfortable seating, located on CU Boulder campus.</p>
<p><b>The Tempest</b><br />
June 7<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>The Tempest</b><br />
June 8<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>The Tempest</b><br />
June 14<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>The Tempest</b><br />
June 15<br />
1:30 pm</p>
<p><b>The Tempest</b><br />
June 21<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>The Tempest</b><br />
June 22<br />
1:30 pm</p>
<p><b>The Tempest</b><br />
June 26<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>The Tempest</b><br />
June 28<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Richard II</b><br />
July 5<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Richard II</b><br />
July 6<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>The Tempest</b><br />
July 9<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>The Tempest</b><br />
July 10<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Richard II</b><br />
July 11<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Richard II</b><br />
July 12<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Richard II</b><br />
July 13<br />
1:30 pm</p>
<p><b>The Tempest</b><br />
July 13<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>The Tempest</b><br />
July 17<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Richard II</b><br />
July 16<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Richard II</b><br />
July 18<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>The Tempest</b><br />
July 19<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>The Tempest</b><br />
July 20<br />
1:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Richard II</b><br />
July 20<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Richard II</b><br />
July 23<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Richard II</b><br />
July 24<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>The Tempest</b><br />
July 25<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Richard II</strong><br />
July 26<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Doctor Faustus</strong><br />
July 27<br />
1:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Doctor Faustus</strong><br />
July 27<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Richard II</strong><br />
July 30<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>The Tempest</strong><br />
July 31<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>The Tempest</strong><br />
August 1<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Richard II</strong><br />
August 2<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Richard II</strong><br />
August 3<br />
1:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>The Tempest</strong><br />
August 3<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>The Tempest</strong><br />
August 6<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>The Tempest</strong><br />
August 7<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Richard II</strong><br />
August 8<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>The Tempest</strong><br />
August 9<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Richard II</strong><br />
August 10<br />
1:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>The Tempest</strong><br />
August 10<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<h3><a href="https://boulderphil.org/">Boulder Philharmonic </a></h3>
<p><b>Wallace &amp; Gromit in Concert</b><br />
June 7, 2025<br />
TBA</p>
<p><b>Petals &amp; Paintings</b><br />
June 15, 2025<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><b>The Art of Play Camp with Local Theater Company</b><br />
June 9–13, 2025<br />
9:00 am – 12:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Campamento de Verano: Viajer@s en la Historia y el Arte</b><br />
June 16–20, 2025<br />
9:30 am – 2:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Minecraft Master Engineering using LEGO® Materials</b><br />
June 23–27, 2025<br />
9:00 am – 12:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Summer Yoga Series with Boulder Parks and Rec</b><br />
June 28, 2025<br />
9:00 am – 10:00 am</p>
<p><b>Author Talk with Peniel E. Joseph</b><br />
July 2, 2025<br />
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Indigenous Cultures and Knowledge Summer Camp</b><br />
July 7–11, 2025<br />
TBA</p>
<p><b>Explore Coding using the LEGO® Spike Prime System</b><br />
July 14–18, 2025<br />
9:00 am – 12:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Discover Nepali Art and Culture Summer Camp</b><br />
July 21–25, 2025<br />
9:00 am – 12:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Proclaiming Colorado&#8217;s Black History Guided Tour with Adrian Miller</b><br />
August 23, 2025<br />
11:00 am – 12:00 pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3>Chautauqua Park</h3>
<p><b>Rumpelstiltskin and Other Tricksters</b><br />
June 7, 2025<br />
10:00 am</p>
<p><b>The Moth Mainstage</b><br />
June 7, 2025<br />
7:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Rumpelstiltskin and Other Tricksters</b><br />
June 8, 2025<br />
10:00 am</p>
<p><b>Saving Our History Film Festival</b><br />
June 8, 2025<br />
4:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Rumpelstiltskin and Other Tricksters</b><br />
June 14, 2025<br />
10:00 am</p>
<p><b>Judy Collins</b><br />
June 14, 2025 (Saturday)<br />
Doors at 6:30 pm, Show at 7:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Rumpelstiltskin and Other Tricksters</b><br />
June 15, 2025<br />
10:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Gillian Welch &amp; David Rawlings</strong><br />
Monday, June 16, 2025<br />
7:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Béla Fleck, Edmar Castañeda &amp; Antonio Sánchez Trio</strong><br />
Thursday, June 19, 2025<br />
7:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Joseph with Special Guest Covenhoven</strong><br />
Friday, June 20, 2025<br />
7:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Rumpelstiltskin and Other Tricksters</strong><br />
June 21, 2025<br />
10:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Flatiron Sounds Music Festival</strong><br />
Saturday, June 21, 2025<br />
1:00 pm – 8:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Rumpelstiltskin and Other Tricksters</strong><br />
June 22, 2025<br />
10:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Dr. Brian Greene: Starry Night – A Voyage Across Space and Time</strong><br />
Wednesday, June 25, 2025<br />
7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Rumpelstiltskin and Other Tricksters</strong><br />
June 28, 2025<br />
10:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Rumpelstiltskin and Other Tricksters</strong><br />
June 29, 2025<br />
10:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Hélène Grimaud Plays Brahms</strong><br />
Thursday, July 3, 2025<br />
7:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Rumpelstiltskin and Other Tricksters</strong><br />
July 5, 2025<br />
10:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Rumpelstiltskin and Other Tricksters</strong><br />
July 6, 2025<br />
10:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Family Concert: Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Missing Maestro</strong><br />
Sunday, July 6, 2025<br />
10:30 am</p>
<p><strong>Hélène Grimaud Plays Brahms</strong><br />
Thursday, July 6, 2025<br />
6:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Schubert, Prokofiev &amp; Brahms</strong><br />
Tuesday, July 8, 2025<br />
7:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Bruce Cockburn</strong><br />
Wednesday, July 9, 2025<br />
7:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Brahms 1 + Joan Tower’s World Premiere</strong><br />
Thursday, July 10, 2025<br />
7:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Brahms 1 + Joan Tower&#8217;s World Premiere</strong><br />
Thursday, July 11, 2025<br />
6:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Art in the Garden</strong><br />
Saturday, July 12, 2025<br />
10:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Tab Benoit</strong><br />
Saturday, July 12, 2025<br />
7:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>An Evening of Mozart</strong><br />
Sunday, July 13, 2025<br />
6:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Dave Mason’s Traffic Jam with Ivan Pulley – Let It Flow 2025 Tour</strong><br />
Monday, July 14, 2025<br />
7:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Brentano String Quartet</strong><br />
Tuesday, July 15, 2025<br />
7:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Jake Shimabukuro</strong><br />
Wednesday, July 16, 2025<br />
7:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Anne Akiko Meyers Plays Ravel</strong><br />
Thursday, July 17, 2025<br />
7:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Anne Akiko Meyers Plays Ravel</strong><br />
Friday, July 18, 2025<br />
6:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Lucinda Williams &amp; Her Band</strong><br />
Saturday, July 19, 2025<br />
7:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Tchaikovsky &amp; Beethoven</strong><br />
Sunday, July 20, 2025<br />
6:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Steve Earle Solo &amp; Acoustic: 50 – Fifty Years of Songs and Stories</strong><br />
Monday, July 21, 2025<br />
7:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Mozart &amp; Dvo?ák</strong><br />
Tuesday, July 22, 2025<br />
7:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3</strong><br />
Thursday, July 24, 2025<br />
7:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3</strong><br />
Friday, July 25, 2025<br />
6:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Jesus &#8220;Aguaje&#8221; Ramos &amp; the Buena Vista Orchestra</strong><br />
Saturday, July 26, 2025<br />
7:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Yang Plays Rodrigo’s Concierto de Aranjuez</strong><br />
Sunday, July 27, 2025<br />
6:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Rhiannon Giddens &amp; The Old-Time Revue</strong><br />
Monday, July 28, 2025<br />
7:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Dover Quartet</strong><br />
Tuesday, July 29, 2025<br />
7:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>National Geographic Live: Wild Wolves of Yellowstone</strong><br />
Wednesday, July 30, 2025<br />
7:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Beethoven 9 + Michael Abels’ Amplify</strong><br />
Thursday, July 31, 2025<br />
7:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Beethoven 9 + Michael Abels’ Amplify</strong><br />
Friday, August 1, 2025<br />
6:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Mahler’s Ninth Symphony</strong><br />
Sunday, August 3, 2025<br />
6:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Art in the Garden</strong><br />
Saturday, July 12, 2025<br />
10:00 am</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.boulderjcc.org/index.php?submenu=CalendarTest&amp;src=events&amp;srctype=glance">Boulder Jewish Community</a></h3>
<p><strong>Farm Volunteering – Growing Season</strong><br />
June 5, 2025<br />
8:00 am – 11:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Farm Volunteering – Teens</strong><br />
June 5, 2025<br />
9:00 am – 12:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Soccer Tots</strong><br />
June 5, 2025<br />
9:45 am – 10:45 am</p>
<p><strong>Baby Time</strong><br />
June 5, 2025<br />
11:00 am – 12:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Altitunes for Babies at the Farm</strong><br />
June 5, 2025<br />
12:00 pm – 12:45 pm</p>
<p><strong>Pickleball Open Play – Thursdays</strong><br />
June 5, 2025<br />
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Farmside Shabbat</strong><br />
June 6, 2025<br />
9:30 am – 10:15 am</p>
<p><strong>Boulder Jewish Festival</strong><br />
June 8, 2025<br />
11:00 am – 5:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Farm Volunteering – Growing Season</strong><br />
June 9, 2025<br />
8:00 am – 11:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Mah Jongg Game Play</strong><br />
June 9, 2025<br />
9:30 am – 12:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Altitunes at the Farm (Mixed Age)</strong><br />
June 9, 2025<br />
10:00 am – 10:45 am</p>
<p><strong>Teva Tots</strong><br />
June 11, 2025<br />
10:15 am – 11:15 am</p>
<p><strong>Pickleball Clinic – Learn to Play</strong><br />
June 11, 2025<br />
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Farm Volunteering – Growing Season</strong><br />
June 12, 2025<br />
8:00 am – 11:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Farm Volunteering – Teens</strong><br />
June 12, 2025<br />
9:00 am – 12:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Soccer Tots</strong><br />
June 12, 2025<br />
9:45 am – 10:45 am</p>
<p><strong>Sit &amp; Knit: Drop-in Knitting &amp; Needlework</strong><br />
June 12, 2025<br />
10:30 am – 12:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Baby Time</strong><br />
June 12, 2025<br />
11:00 am – 12:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Altitunes for Babies at the Farm</strong><br />
June 12, 2025<br />
12:00 pm – 12:45 pm</p>
<p><strong>Pickleball Open Play – Thursdays</strong><br />
June 12, 2025<br />
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Messinger Gallery Opening: Artie Sandstone</strong><br />
June 12, 2025<br />
5:30 pm – 7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Farmside Shabbat</strong><br />
June 13, 2025<br />
9:30 am – 10:15 am</p>
<p><strong>J Parent: Family Shabbat Picnic Dinner</strong><br />
Friday, June 13, 2025<br />
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Farm Volunteering – Growing Season</strong><br />
Monday, June 16, 2025<br />
8:00 am – 11:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Mah Jongg Game Play</strong><br />
Monday, June 16, 2025<br />
9:30 am – 12:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Exchange Summer Lecture Series: The Precious Minerals Challenge for Renewable Energy</strong><br />
Monday, June 16, 2025<br />
5:30 pm – 7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Pickleball Open Play – Tuesdays</strong><br />
Tuesday, June 17, 2025<br />
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Learn to Play Samba</strong><br />
Wednesday, June 18, 2025<br />
10:00 am – 12:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Pickleball Clinic – Intermediate Skills &amp; Drills</strong><br />
Wednesday, June 18, 2025<br />
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Farm Volunteering – Growing Season</strong><br />
Thursday, June 19, 2025<br />
8:00 am – 11:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Farm Volunteering – Teens</strong><br />
Thursday, June 19, 2025<br />
9:00 am – 12:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Altitunes for Babies at the Farm</strong><br />
Thursday, June 19, 2025<br />
12:00 pm – 12:45 pm</p>
<p><strong>Pickleball Open Play – Thursdays</strong><br />
Thursday, June 19, 2025<br />
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Farmside Shabbat</strong><br />
Friday, June 20, 2025<br />
9:30 am – 10:15 am</p>
<p><strong>20s/30s Shabbat at the Farm</strong><br />
Friday, June 20, 2025<br />
5:30 pm – 8:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Summer Shabbat 50+</strong><br />
Friday, June 20, 2025<br />
6:30 pm – 9:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Boulder U-Fix-It Clinic at the JCC</strong><br />
Sunday, June 22, 2025<br />
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Farm Volunteering: Growing Season</strong><br />
Monday, June 23, 2025<br />
9:00 am – 12:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Mah Jongg Game Play</strong><br />
Monday, June 23, 2025<br />
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Pickleball Open Play – Tuesdays</strong><br />
Tuesday, June 24, 2025<br />
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Pickleball Clinic – Newbie Coached Mixer</strong><br />
Wednesday, June 25, 2025<br />
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Farm Volunteering – Growing Season</strong><br />
Thursday, June 26, 2025<br />
9:00 am – 12:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Farm Volunteering – Teens</strong><br />
Thursday, June 26, 2025<br />
9:00 am – 12:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Altitunes for Babies at the Farm</strong><br />
Thursday, June 26, 2025<br />
12:00 pm – 12:45 pm</p>
<p><strong>Pickleball Open Play – Thursdays</strong><br />
Thursday, June 26, 2025<br />
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Men of the J Brewery Meet-Up</strong><br />
Thursday, June 26, 2025<br />
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Farmside Shabbat</strong><br />
Friday, June 27, 2025<br />
9:30 am – 10:15 am</p>
<p><strong>Farm Volunteering – Growing Season</strong><br />
Monday, June 30, 2025<br />
8:00 am – 11:00 am</p>
<p><b>Pickleball Open Play – Tuesdays</b><br />
July 1, 2025<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Men of the J Discussion Group</b><br />
July 2, 2025<br />
4:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Pickleball Clinic – Intermediate/Advanced Endurance</b><br />
July 2, 2025<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Farm Volunteering – Growing Season</b><br />
July 3, 2025<br />
9:00 am</p>
<p><b>Farm Volunteering – Teens</b><br />
July 3, 2025<br />
9:00 am</p>
<p><b>Pickleball Open Play – Thursdays</b><br />
July 3, 2025<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Farm Volunteering – Growing Season</b><br />
July 7, 2025<br />
8:00 am</p>
<p><b>Art at the Farm</b><br />
July 8, 2025<br />
9:30 am</p>
<p><b>Babies at the Farm</b><br />
July 8, 2025<br />
12:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Nosh &amp; Network: Speed Networking</b><br />
July 8, 2025<br />
4:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Pickleball Open Play – Tuesdays</b><br />
July 8, 2025<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Nosh &amp; Network: In-Person on the Farm</b><br />
July 8, 2025<br />
5:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Men of the J Breakfast Meetup</b><br />
July 9, 2025<br />
8:00 am</p>
<p><b>Teva Tots</b><br />
July 9, 2025<br />
9:30 am</p>
<p><b>Pickleball Clinic – Learn to Play</b><br />
July 9, 2025<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Farm Volunteering – Growing Season</b><br />
July 10, 2025<br />
8:00 am</p>
<p><b>Farm Volunteering – Teens</b><br />
July 10, 2025<br />
9:00 am</p>
<p><b>Soccer Tots</b><br />
July 10, 2025<br />
9:45 am</p>
<p><b>Sit &amp; Knit: Drop-in Knitting &amp; Needlework</b><br />
July 10, 2025<br />
10:30 am</p>
<p><b>Pickleball Open Play – Thursdays</b><br />
July 10, 2025<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Farmside Shabbat</b><br />
July 11, 2025<br />
5:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Farm Volunteering – Growing Season</b><br />
July 14, 2025<br />
8:00 am</p>
<p><b>Exchange Summer Lecture Series: Discovering Bhutan – Land of Gross National Happiness</b><br />
July 14, 2025<br />
5:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Men of the J Hike</b><br />
July 15, 2025<br />
9:00 am</p>
<p><b>Art at the Farm</b><br />
July 15, 2025<br />
9:30 am</p>
<p><b>Babies at the Farm</b><br />
July 15, 2025<br />
12:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Pickleball Open Play – Tuesdays</b><br />
July 15, 2025<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Teva Tots</b><br />
July 16, 2025<br />
10:15 am</p>
<p><b>Pickleball Clinic – Advanced Beginner Skills &amp; Drills</b><br />
July 16, 2025<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Farm Volunteering – Growing Season</b><br />
July 17, 2025<br />
8:00 am</p>
<p><b>Farm Volunteering – Teens</b><br />
July 17, 2025<br />
9:00 am</p>
<p><b>Soccer Tots</b><br />
July 17, 2025<br />
9:45 am</p>
<p><b>Men of the J Book Group &amp; Schmooze</b><br />
July 17, 2025<br />
10:00 am</p>
<p><b>Volunteer Meal Prep</b><br />
July 17, 2025<br />
1:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Pickleball Open Play – Thursdays</strong><br />
July 17, 2025<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Farmside Shabbat</strong><br />
July 18, 2025<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>20s–30s Shabbat at the Farm</strong><br />
July 18, 2025<br />
6:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Farm Volunteering – Growing Season</strong><br />
July 21, 2025<br />
12:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Exchange Summer Lecture Series: Artificial Intelligence – Learning, Working, and Collaborating in the Digital Age</strong><br />
July 21, 2025<br />
5:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Pickleball Open Play – Tuesdays</strong><br />
July 22, 2025<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Pickleball Clinic – Newbie Coached Mixer</strong><br />
July 23, 2025<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Farm Volunteering – Growing Season</strong><br />
July 24, 2025<br />
12:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Farm Volunteering – Teens</strong><br />
July 24, 2025<br />
9:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Pickleball Open Play – Thursdays</strong><br />
July 24, 2025<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Men of the J Brewery Meet Up</strong><br />
July 24, 2025<br />
5:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Farmside Shabbat</strong><br />
July 25, 2025<br />
12:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Farm Volunteering – Growing Season</strong><br />
July 28, 2025<br />
12:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Pickleball Open Play – Tuesdays</strong><br />
July 29, 2025<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Pickleball Clinic – Intermediate Coached Mixer</strong><br />
July 30, 2025<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Farm Volunteering – Growing Season</strong><br />
July 31, 2025<br />
12:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Farm Volunteering – Teens</strong><br />
July 31, 2025<br />
9:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Pickleball Open Play – Thursdays</strong><br />
July 31, 2025<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Farmside Shabbat</b><br />
August 1, 2025<br />
12:00 am</p>
<p><b>Farm Volunteering – Growing Season</b><br />
August 4, 2025<br />
12:00 am</p>
<p><b>Pickleball Open Play – Tuesdays</b><br />
August 5, 2025<br />
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Men of the J Discussion Group</b><br />
August 6, 2025<br />
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Pickleball Clinic – Intermediate/Advanced Endurance</b><br />
August 6, 2025<br />
Time not specified</p>
<p><b>Farm Volunteering – Teens</b><br />
August 7, 2025<br />
Time not specified</p>
<p><b>Pickleball Open Play – Thursdays</b><br />
August 7, 2025<br />
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Farmside Shabbat</b><br />
August 8, 2025<br />
12:00 am</p>
<p><b>Farm Volunteering – Growing Season</b><br />
August 11, 2025<br />
All day</p>
<p><b>Farm Volunteering – Growing Season</b><br />
August 14, 2025<br />
All day</p>
<p><b>Pickleball Open Play – Tuesdays</b><br />
August 12, 2025<br />
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Men of the J – Breakfast Meetup</b><br />
August 13, 2025<br />
7:30 am – 9:00 am</p>
<p><b>Pickleball Clinic – Learn to Play</b><br />
August 13, 2025<br />
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Farm Volunteering – Teens</b><br />
August 14, 2025<br />
9:00 am – 12:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Sit &amp; Knit – Drop-In Knitting &amp; Needlework</b><br />
August 14, 2025<br />
10:30 am – 12:30 pm</p>
<p><b>Pickleball Open Play – Thursdays</b><br />
August 14, 2025<br />
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm</p>
<p><b>Farmside Shabbat</b><br />
August 15, 2025<br />
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm</p>
<p><b>20s &amp; 30s Shabbat at the Farm</b><br />
August 15, 2025<br />
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Farm Volunteering – Growing Season</strong><br />
August 18, 2025<br />
All day</p>
<p><strong>Off-Campus Men of the J Hike</strong><br />
August 19, 2025<br />
8:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Pickleball Open Play – Tuesdays</strong><br />
August 19, 2025<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Pickleball Clinic – Newbie Coached Mixer</strong><br />
August 20, 2025<br />
6:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Farm Volunteering – Growing Season</strong><br />
August 21, 2025<br />
All day</p>
<p><strong>Farm Volunteering – Teens</strong><br />
August 21, 2025<br />
4:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Men of the J Book Group Schmooze</strong><br />
August 21, 2025<br />
4:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Pickleball Open Play – Thursdays</strong><br />
August 21, 2025<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Farmside Shabbat</strong><br />
August 22, 2025<br />
5:30 pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://business.boulderchamber.com/events-calendar">Boulder Chamber of Commerce</a></h3>
<p><strong>Boulder Home Professionals</strong><br />
June 5, 2025<br />
9:00 am – 10:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Longmont Pride Festival</strong><br />
June 7, 2025<br />
3:30 pm – 8:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Business Growth Network Leads Group</strong><br />
June 9, 2025<br />
9:00 am – 10:30 am</p>
<p><strong>Habitat for Humanity Ribbon Cutting</strong><br />
June 10, 2025<br />
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Coffee with John</strong><br />
June 11, 2025<br />
8:00 am – 9:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Boulder Chamber Orientation</strong><br />
June 12, 2025<br />
8:00 am – 9:30 am</p>
<p><strong>Boulder Area Manufacturing Sector Partnership (Q2)</strong><br />
June 12, 2025<br />
3:30 pm – 5:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Boulder Pride Festival</strong><br />
June 15, 2025<br />
11:30 am – 5:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Business Growth Network Leads Group</strong><br />
June 16, 2025<br />
9:00 am – 10:30 am</p>
<p><strong>Boulder Area Tech Talent Sector Partnership (Q2)</strong><br />
June 18, 2025<br />
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>120 Years in Motion: Connecting Boulder Through Time</strong><br />
June 18, 2025<br />
3:30 pm – 6:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Business After Hours</strong><br />
June 18, 2025<br />
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Boulder Home Professionals Happy Hour</strong><br />
June 19, 2025<br />
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Business Growth Network Leads Group</strong><br />
June 23, 2025<br />
9:00 am – 10:30 am</p>
<p><strong>Summer Bike to Work Day Breakfast Station</strong><br />
June 25, 2025<br />
6:30 am – 9:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Business Growth Network Leads Group</strong><br />
June 26, 2025<br />
9:00 am – 10:30 am</p>
<p><strong>Bolder Young Professionals (BYP) Breakfast Club</strong><br />
June 26, 2025<br />
8:00 am – 9:30 am</p>
<p><strong>Business Growth Network Leads Group</strong><br />
June 30, 2025<br />
9:00 am – 10:30 am</p>
<p><strong>Boulder Chamber Running Club</strong><br />
July 2, 2025<br />
7:00 am – 8:30 am</p>
<p><strong>Business Growth Network Leads Group</strong><br />
July 7, 2025</p>
<p><strong>Non-Profit Group Quarterly Meeting</strong><br />
July 10, 2025<br />
8:30 am – 10:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Business Growth Network Leads Group</strong><br />
July 14, 2025</p>
<p><strong>Business Growth Network Leads Group</strong><br />
July 21, 2025</p>
<p><strong>Business Before Hours</strong><br />
July 24, 2025<br />
8:00 am – 9:30 am</p>
<p><strong>Business Growth Network Leads Group</strong><br />
July 28, 2025</p>
<p><strong>Boulder Chamber Virtual Speed Networking</strong><br />
July 30, 2025<br />
8:00 am – 9:00 am</p>
<p><strong>Boulder Chamber Mega Mixer and BYP Disc Golf Throwdown</strong><br />
July 31, 2025<br />
4:30 pm – 7:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Business Growth Network Leads Group</strong><br />
August 4, 2025</p>
<p><strong>Boulder Chamber Running Club</strong><br />
August 6, 2025<br />
7:00 am – 8:30 am</p>
<p><strong>Beer with John</strong><br />
August 7, 2025<br />
4:00 pm – 5:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Business Growth Network Leads Group</strong><br />
August 11, 2025</p>
<p><strong>Equity Amplification Meeting</strong><br />
August 14, 2025<br />
11:30 am – 1:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Business Growth Network Leads Group</strong><br />
August 18, 2025</p>
<p><strong>Boulder Chamber Orientation</strong><br />
August 20, 2025<br />
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Business Growth Network Leads Group</strong><br />
August 25, 2025</p>
<p><strong>BWLG: Wedges &amp; Wine</strong><br />
August 25, 2025<br />
3:00 pm – 6:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Business Growth Network Leads Group</strong><br />
September 1, 2025</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><b>Central Park</b></h3>
<p><strong>Boulder Wednesday Farmers Market</strong><br />
Wednesdays through October 2025, 3:30 pm – 7:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Saturday Boulder Farmers Market</strong><br />
Saturdays through November 2025, 8:00 am – 2:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Arts in the Park 2025 – Boulder Ballet Performances</strong><br />
June 7, 2025, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://boulderriverside.com/"><b>The Riverside</b></a></h3>
<p><strong>Saturday Market</strong><br />
Saturdays through July 26, 2025, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm</p>
<p>bands on the bricks</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3>1300 Block of Pearl Street Mall, Boulder, CO</h3>
<p><strong>Graham Good &amp; The Painters</strong><br />
June 11<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Kind Hearted Strangers</strong><br />
June 18<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Hazel Miller &amp; The Collective</strong><br />
June 25<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>The Long Run</strong><br />
July 2<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Selasee &amp; The Fafa Family</strong><br />
July 9<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Los Mocochetes</strong><br />
July 16<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Dragondeer</strong><br />
July 23<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>The Mammoths</strong><br />
July 30<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://firehouseart.org/">Firehouse ART Center</a></h3>
<p><strong>Firehouse South Gallery Opening – Bob Looser, Michelle Sepulveda &amp; Michael Campbell</strong><br />
June 6, 2025<br />
6:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Longmont Summer Arts &amp; Music Series – June Edition</strong><br />
June 12, 2025<br />
4:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Myth and Memory Exhibit – Final Weekend</strong><br />
June 13–15, 2025<br />
12:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Longmont Summer Arts &amp; Music Series – July Edition</strong><br />
July 14, 2025<br />
4:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Longmont Summer Arts &amp; Music Series – August Edition</strong><br />
August 9, 2025<br />
4:30 pm</p>
<h3></h3>
<h3><a href="https://www.jamestownmercantile.com/"><b>Jamestown Mercantile</b></a></h3>
<p><strong>Songwriter Night</strong><br />
June 5<br />
7pm</p>
<p><strong>Hunter James &amp; The Titanic</strong><br />
June 6<br />
7pm</p>
<p><strong>Ingrid Avison</strong><br />
June 8<br />
12:15pm</p>
<p><strong>Open Mic</strong><br />
June 11<br />
5pm</p>
<p><strong>Gus Miller and Rachel Cole</strong><br />
June 12<br />
7pm</p>
<p><strong>Roma Ransom</strong><br />
June 13<br />
7pm</p>
<p><strong>Women&#8217;s Night with Janestown</strong><br />
June 14 &#8211; 5pm</p>
<p><strong>Kate Farmer</strong><br />
June 15, 12:15pm</p>
<p><strong>Open Mic</strong><br />
June 18, 5pm</p>
<p><strong>Many Mountains</strong><br />
June 19, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Bourbon Brass Band</strong><br />
June 20, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>John Shepherd</strong><br />
June 22, 10am</p>
<p><strong>Circus Mutt Band</strong><br />
June 22, 12:15pm</p>
<p><strong>Open Mic</strong><br />
June 25, 5pm</p>
<p><strong>March to August</strong><br />
June 26, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Rolling Harvest</strong><br />
June 27, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>5 foot bettys</strong><br />
June 29, 12:15pm</p>
<p><strong>Open Mic</strong><br />
July 2, 5pm</p>
<p><strong>Trace &amp; Baerd</strong><br />
July 3, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>The Brothers Burn Mountain</strong><br />
July 6, 12:15pm</p>
<p><strong>Open Mic</strong><br />
July 9, 5pm</p>
<p><strong>Brianna Straut</strong><br />
July 10, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Sturtz</strong><br />
July 11, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>John Shepherd</strong><br />
July 13, 12:15pm</p>
<p><strong>Open Mic</strong><br />
July 16, 5pm</p>
<p><strong>Palamara</strong><br />
July 17, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>High Lonesome Band</strong><br />
July 18, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Wayne Sutton &amp; Bill Palmer</strong><br />
July 20, 12:15pm</p>
<p><strong>Open Mic</strong><br />
July 23, 5pm</p>
<p><strong>King Orchard</strong><br />
July 24, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Canyon Collective Band</strong><br />
July 25, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>John Shepherd</strong><br />
July 27, 10am</p>
<p><strong>Annie and the Bang Bang</strong><br />
July 27, 12:15pm</p>
<p><strong>Clay Rose and Friends</strong><br />
August 1, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>New Family Dog</strong><br />
August 3, 12:15pm</p>
<p><strong>Open Mic</strong><br />
August 6, 5pm</p>
<p><strong>Forrest McCurren</strong><br />
August 7, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>AoxomoxoA</strong><br />
August 8, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>John Shepherd</strong><br />
August 10, 10am</p>
<p><strong>Danny Shafer</strong><br />
August 10, 12:15pm</p>
<p><strong>Open Mic</strong><br />
August 13, 5pm</p>
<p><strong>David Lawerence and the Spoonful</strong><br />
August 14, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Pass the Snakes</strong><br />
August 15, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Montana Sand Music</strong><br />
August 17, 12:15pm</p>
<p><strong>Open Mic</strong><br />
August 20, 5pm</p>
<p><strong>Bear Hat</strong><br />
August 22, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>John Shepherd</strong><br />
August 24, 10am</p>
<p><strong>Open Mic</strong><br />
August 27, 5pm</p>
<p><strong>Derek Dames Ohl</strong><br />
August 28, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>ZiMbira</strong><br />
August 29, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Fox Feather</strong><br />
August 31, 12:15pm</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.theblackbuzzard.com/"><b>The Black Buzzard at Oscar Blues</b></a></h3>
<p><strong>Ben Chapman &amp; Meg McRee</strong><br />
June 6, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Wild Party, Arms Akimbo, Silver &amp; Gold</strong><br />
June 7, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>GONG</strong><br />
June 8, 7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>The Trouble Notes</strong><br />
June 13, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Ace Monroe, Radio Fluke, Stil Runnin</strong><br />
June 14, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Gila Teen, Team Nonexistent, Birdhouse View</strong><br />
June 19, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>brake, Yung Kell, Flowers For You, Danny Goo, Chase Cavanaugh, Sam Bosch, Plxgves</strong><br />
June 20, 7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Qoncert Music Fest</strong><br />
June 21, 7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Vibes &amp; Pride Artist Showcase: My&#8217;StroE, Dylanovus, DMINQ, Jade Iam, TheGoddess, Mango Slushy, DESTINO</strong><br />
June 27, 7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Questshun, Addie Tonic, Areyma</strong><br />
June 28, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>American Metal Fest! Thrash Hard City, Bleed The Vain, Scream of Genovese, SpaceCorpse, Blood Across The Sky</strong><br />
July 5, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>MojoMama</strong><br />
July 11, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Object Heavy</strong><br />
July 18, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Emma Mayes &amp; the Hip, Jeanette/Streight</strong><br />
July 19, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Aaron Wolf, Mighty Mystic, Red Sage</strong><br />
July 25, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Sarah and the Safe Word, Everybody&#8217;s Worried About Owen</strong><br />
July 26, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Mitchell Ferguson, Luke Borchelt</strong><br />
August 8, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Kat Hasty, Jackie Darlene &#8211; Night One</strong><br />
August 21, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Kat Hasty, Jackie Darlene &#8211; Night Two</strong><br />
August 22, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Castillo Bravo, Dead Pay Rent, The Ghost Towners</strong><br />
August 23, 8pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://newmancenterpresents.com/"><b>Newman Center for the Performing Arts</b></a></h3>
<p><strong>Awards Convocation</strong><br />
June 6, 12:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Graduate Voice Repertoire</strong><br />
June 7, 7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Denver Chamber Music Festival: Beethoven’s Complete Works for Cello &amp; Piano, Part 1</strong><br />
June 9, 7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Denver Chamber Music Festival: Beethoven’s Complete Works for Cello &amp; Piano, Part 2</strong><br />
June 10, 7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Denver Chamber Music Festival: Folk Rhythms &amp; Timeless Melodies</strong><br />
June 13, 7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Denver Chamber Music Festival: Romance &amp; Revelry</strong><br />
June 14, 7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Guest artist recital: Eddy Mariën, carillon</strong><br />
June 22, 5pm</p>
<p><strong>Guest artist recital: Tin-Shi Tam, carillon</strong><br />
July 13, 5pm</p>
<p><strong>Guest artist recital: Emily Kim, carillon</strong><br />
August 24, 5pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.vividseats.com/bellco-theatre-at-colorado-convention-center-tickets/venue/3645?_=&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=13432130879&amp;utm_term=bellco%20theater&amp;adgroup=124719640073&amp;target=kwd-350564523750&amp;loc_i=9060267&amp;loc_p=9028890&amp;gad_campaignid=13432130879">Bellco Theater</a></h3>
<p><strong>Banda MS</strong><br />
June 7, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Chelo &#8211; El Adios De Una Grande</strong><br />
June 13, 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Elvis Costello &amp; The Imposters with Charlie Sexton</strong><br />
June 29, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>El Flaco y Sus Amigos</strong><br />
July 26, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Los Tigres del Norte &#8220;La Lotería&#8221;</strong><br />
August 30, 8pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.summitdenver.com/">Summit Denver</a></h3>
<p><strong>Bayside &#8211; 25th Anniversary: The Errors Tour</strong><br />
June 6, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Bayside &#8211; 25th Anniversary: The Errors Tour</strong><br />
June 7, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Sleep Theory &#8211; The Afterglow Tour</strong><br />
June 8, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Panchiko</strong><br />
June 10, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Emo Nite &#8211; 21+</strong><br />
June 13, 9pm</p>
<p><strong>Gasolina Reggaetón Party &#8211; 18+</strong><br />
June 14, 9pm</p>
<p><strong>Faun &#8220;World Hex&#8221; Tour 2025</strong><br />
June 18, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Trap Karaoke &#8211; 21+</strong><br />
June 20, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Codd Dubz &#8211; Canal Street Crook Tour</strong><br />
June 21, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Lacey Sturm &#8220;Kenotic Metanoia Tour&#8221;</strong><br />
June 26, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Bearracuda &#8211; 18+</strong><br />
June 28, 9pm</p>
<p><strong>Red Rocks Worship</strong><br />
June 29, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Eyedress &#8211; Stoner Tour 2025</strong><br />
July 15, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Paul Taylor: F*** Me I&#8217;m French &#8211; 16+</strong><br />
July 19, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Carnifex &#8220;Hell Chose Me 15 Year Anniversary Tour&#8221;</strong><br />
July 22, 6pm</p>
<p><strong>Spike and the Gimme Gimmes</strong><br />
July 24, 7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Bashfortheworld: The Migo in America Tour</strong><br />
July 25, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Rio Da Yung Og</strong><br />
July 26, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Sorry Papi &#8211; The All Girl Rave &#8211; 18+</strong><br />
August 1, 10pm</p>
<p><strong>The Acacia Strain</strong><br />
August 2, 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Jake Scott</strong><br />
August 3, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>JoJo Siwa LIVE</strong><br />
August 4, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>King Lil G &amp; Young Drummer Boy: Blue Hundreds Tour 2025 With Hexxx</strong><br />
August 8, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Eslabon Armado</strong><br />
August 14, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Twiztid &#8211; Freek Show 25 Year Tour</strong><br />
August 15, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>The Church &#8211; THE SINGLES: 1980-2025</strong><br />
August 16, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Bop To The Top &#8211; 18+</strong><br />
August 22, 9pm</p>
<p><strong>Infected Mushroom</strong><br />
August 30, 8pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.theorientaltheater.com/"><b>Oriental Theater</b></a></h3>
<p><strong>Beautiful Disaster &#8211; A Pole and Aerial Dance Show</strong><br />
June 6, 7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Dyketopia&#8217;s Fourth Annual Pridestravgaynza!</strong><br />
June 7, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Twin Tribes</strong><br />
June 8, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Big Country</strong><br />
June 10, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Dave Alvin &amp; Jimmie Dale Gilmore with The Guilty Ones</strong><br />
June 11, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>ZOSO: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience</strong><br />
June 12, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Lucha Libre &amp; Laughs: Buy The Ticket, Take The Ride.</strong><br />
June 13, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Lucha Libre &amp; Laughs: Buy The Ticket, Take The Ride.</strong><br />
June 14, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Mortified Live: Pride Edition</strong><br />
June 19, 7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Creeping Death + Kruelty</strong><br />
June 20, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Spacehog &amp; EMF (Co-Headline show)</strong><br />
June 21, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Marcia Ball: Legendary blues pianist, vocalist, and songwriter</strong><br />
June 26, 7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>2025 Mile High Hmong SummerFest Concert</strong><br />
June 27, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Hang the DJ: The Smiths Tribute</strong><br />
June 28, 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Wake Me</strong><br />
July 11, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Hard Candy Dance: Cosmic Cabaret</strong><br />
July 12, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>The Traveling Wilburys Revue</strong><br />
July 18, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>In Plain Air and Requiem</strong><br />
July 19, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>VOODOO (tribute to Godsmack)</strong><br />
July 25, 6:45pm</p>
<p><strong>Powerman 5000</strong><br />
July 29, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>The Union Underground and Spineshank Co-Headline Tour</strong><br />
July 31, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Fear &#8211; 40th Anniversary of &#8220;More Beer&#8221;</strong><br />
August 1, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Carnivale De Sensuale: Hotter Than Hell</strong><br />
August 2, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>DM101 -Tribute to DEPECHE MODE</strong><br />
August 8, 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Buckcherry</strong><br />
August 10, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Dale Watson &amp; His Lone Stars</strong><br />
August 11, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Men Without Hats</strong><br />
August 13, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Iron Maidens</strong><br />
August 15, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Mile High Power Fest 2025</strong><br />
August 16, 2:45pm</p>
<p><strong>Bug Hunter and The Narcissist Cookbook</strong><br />
August 30, 7pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.missionballroom.com/"><b>Mission Ballroom</b></a></h3>
<p><strong>Brand New</strong><br />
June 8, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Brand New</strong><br />
June 9, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Stick Figure</strong><br />
June 10, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>The Kooks</strong><br />
June 13, 9pm</p>
<p><strong>Three 6 Mafia &amp; Yelawolf</strong><br />
June 14, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Flying Lotus &amp; Reggie Watts</strong><br />
June 17, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Lake Street Dive</strong><br />
June 18, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>LSZEE</strong><br />
June 19, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>LSZEE</strong><br />
June 20, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>LSZEE</strong><br />
June 21, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>LSZEE</strong><br />
June 22, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Car Seat Headrest</strong><br />
July 12, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>TESLA</strong><br />
August 2, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Regina Spektor</strong><br />
August 3, 7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Men I Trust</strong><br />
August 11, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Ty Myers</strong><br />
August 14, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>An August Evening With Wilco</strong><br />
August 16, 7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Timmy Trumpet</strong><br />
August 22, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Tennis</strong><br />
August 26, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>The Fray</strong><br />
August 27, 7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>YUNGBLUD</strong><br />
August 28, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Sam Barber</strong><br />
August 29, 8pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://hi-dive.com/"><b>Hi Dive</b></a></h3>
<p><strong>The River Arkansas + Leashy (Alysia Kraft) + Tomato Soup</strong><br />
June 5, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Daikaiju + TripLip + Smokey Mirror + Black Yeti</strong><br />
June 6, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Wombo + Mainland Break + Spliff Tank</strong><br />
June 7, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Lola Kirke with Chloe Kimes</strong><br />
June 9, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Night Jobs + Valdez + Black Dots</strong><br />
June 12, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Glass Human + The Milk Blossoms + Fainting Dreams</strong><br />
June 13, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Sunflower Bean + Gift + Dry Ice</strong><br />
June 14, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Geneva + Wildlove Tigress + Stationary Shop</strong><br />
June 19, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Magic Cyclops + Mr. Pacman + Little Fyodor + Jocko Homo</strong><br />
June 20, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Bull Market + Moon Pussy + Blood Oath + The New Creep</strong><br />
June 21, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Walt Disco + Pleasure Prince + Chroma Lips</strong><br />
June 24, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>R.A.P Ferreira + BLAX + RO$$AY</strong><br />
June 25, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Rubedo + Rarebyrd$ + Redamancy</strong><br />
June 27, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Anthony Ruptak + Porlolo + The Trujillo Company</strong><br />
June 28, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Denver Pride After-Party</strong><br />
June 29, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Casper Allen &amp; The Naturals + June Swoon + Shawn Hess</strong><br />
June 30, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Knumears + Othiel + Strainer + athousandangelsandseven</strong><br />
July 2, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Planning for Burial + Volunteer Coroner + Verhoffst + Patience, Ophelia</strong><br />
July 3, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Club XCX</strong><br />
July 4, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Quells + Los Cronies + Virgil Virgil + Big Door</strong><br />
July 5, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Jackson &amp; The Janks + El Welk + The Milk Blossoms</strong><br />
July 8, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Tonguebyte + iies + Machete Mouth</strong><br />
July 9, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Howling Giant + Abrams + Voidlung</strong><br />
July 10, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>An Evening with Caroline Rose</strong><br />
July 11, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Dustbowl Champion + Caskette Cassette + Floats</strong><br />
July 12, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Profanatica + Knoll + Unidad Trauma</strong><br />
July 14, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Vile Rites + Cronos Compulsion + Ghosts of Glaciers</strong><br />
July 15, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>40 Watt Sun (Solo) + Serpentent</strong><br />
July 28, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Sculpture Club + Flesh Tape + French Kettle Station</strong><br />
July 29, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Midwife + Jenny Haniver + Fainting Dreams</strong><br />
July 31, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Lifeguard</strong><br />
August 2, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Emily Nenni &amp; Dylan Earl</strong><br />
August 6, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Sharpie Smile</strong><br />
August 8, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Michael Seyer + Br?ha</strong><br />
August 10, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>The Mystery Lights + Colfax Speed Queen + The Omens</strong><br />
August 14, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Mal Blum + Charlie Mtn.</strong><br />
August 16, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Ghost Canyon Festival</strong><br />
August 22, 6pm</p>
<p><strong>Ghost Canyon Festival</strong><br />
August 23, 6pm</p>
<p><strong>Ghost Canyon Festival</strong><br />
August 24, 6pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.gothictheatre.com/"><b>Gothic Theater</b></a></h3>
<p><strong>Pig Destroyer</strong><br />
June 5, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Blondshell</strong><br />
June 8, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Buckethead</strong><br />
June 13, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>The Blue Stones &#8211; Metro North America &#8217;25</strong><br />
June 18, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Lenny Pearce</strong><br />
June 19, 5:30pm</p>
<p><strong>TRVE13 feat. Wolves in the Throne Room</strong><br />
June 20, 6pm</p>
<p><strong>Perfume Genius</strong><br />
June 21, 9pm</p>
<p><strong>Heartless Bastards</strong><br />
July 18, 9pm</p>
<p><strong>of Montreal</strong><br />
July 26, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Scene Queen</strong><br />
July 30, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Klangphonics</strong><br />
August 7, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Kokoroko</strong><br />
August 8, 8p</p>
<p><strong>WesGhost</strong><br />
August 15, 9pm</p>
<p><strong>The Sword</strong><br />
August 19, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Murder By Death</strong><br />
August 21, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Murder By Death</strong><br />
August 22, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Kolohe Kai</strong><br />
August 29, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Mipso</strong><br />
August 30, 9pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://cervantesmasterpiece.com/"><b>Cervante&#8217;s Masterpiece Ballroom</b></a></h3>
<p><strong>Barrington Levy w/ Tomorrows Bad Seeds, A-Mac &amp; The Height, DJ Chris Milly</strong><br />
June 5, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>SHIFT Ft. Actualize w/ Secret DJs and Special Guest VJs</strong><br />
June 5, 8:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Plain Faraday w/ Jewel House, Assistance</strong><br />
June 6, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Mport w/ Noetika, Critical H!T (Yoko x Skinny Limbs), Dank Frank, Big Nut Chuck</strong><br />
June 6, 8:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Satin Jackets w/ OTR, Spirit Motel (Bright Soul Set), Boogie Lights</strong><br />
June 7, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Matteo Mancuso</strong><br />
June 10, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>RiFF RAFF w/ Jarren Benton, Synthwave Sensei, Electric Mike, 2Stoned, Bakester, The White Moms</strong><br />
June 12, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Breadbox (Jerry Garcia Band Tribute) &amp; Illegal Smile (John Prine Tribute) w/ Tumbledown Shack (Patio Set)</strong><br />
June 13, 7:15pm</p>
<p><strong>Trevor Hall w/ Fruit Bats (Solo) AT GERALD R. FORD amPHITHEATER</strong><br />
June 14, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Break Signals w/ Splendid Blend, Riding Carpets (Patio Set), Phooey (Patio Set)</strong><br />
June 14, 7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Buku w/ sfam, Ian Snow, Cyber G, Wesley Mack</strong><br />
June 14, 8:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Trevor Hall w/ Thee Sacred Souls, Fruit Bats (Solo)</strong><br />
June 15, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>MAPS Kickoff Party – hosted by TANDAVA with Poranguí &amp; Savej</strong><br />
June 17, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Charlene Kaye – Tiger Daughter: Or, How I Brought My Immigrant Mother Ultimate Shame</strong><br />
June 18, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Blind Melon w/ Ridgeliners</strong><br />
June 19, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Ollie Joseph &amp; Matt Corman w/ Jake Luke, Jenks, J-Saus</strong><br />
June 19, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Salin w/ Tyler Adams Organ Trio</strong><br />
June 20, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Sqwerv &amp; Casey Russell Band w/ DJ Williams Band</strong><br />
June 20, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Cervs-Stock IV ft. Zach Nugent’s Dead Set, Other Brothers, Heartbyrne, Doom City Drifters, End of the World Party &amp; More</strong><br />
June 21, 7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Saba w/ Ovrkast</strong><br />
June 25, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Polyrhythmics w/ Special Guests</strong><br />
June 26, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Twisted Pine w/ Megan Letts &amp; Friends, River Spell</strong><br />
June 27, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>United We Dance: The Ultimate Rave Experience</strong><br />
June 27, 8:30pm</p>
<p><strong>RemK w/ Special Guests</strong><br />
June 28, 8:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Takuya Kuroda</strong><br />
July 1, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Holly Bowling</strong><br />
July 2, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Lettuce ft. GZA w/ Special Guests</strong><br />
July 4, 11pm</p>
<p><strong>Punkadelick ft. Mike Dillon, Brian Haas, Nikki Glaspie &amp; Sgt. Splendor ft. Kate Vargas and Eric McFadden</strong><br />
July 10, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Ekali w/ SKYLER, LUC, Mass Relay</strong><br />
July 11, 8:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Cycles 10 Year Anniversary ft. all original, past &amp; current members w/ Photon ft. Neal “Fro” Evans + Scott Hachey &amp; Jacob Moss</strong><br />
July 12, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>LTJ Bukem w/ Special Guests</strong><br />
July 12, 8:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Andrew Duhon w/ Special Guests</strong><br />
July 13, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Neighbor w/ Cordovas</strong><br />
July 17, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Sleepy Hallow &amp; Sheff G</strong><br />
July 17, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Stylie w/ Native Leaves</strong><br />
July 18, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>G-Space w/ Mantra Sounds, ZONE Drums (DJ Set), BirdBrain</strong><br />
July 18, 8:30pm</p>
<p><strong>gRLL sMTH ft. kLL sMTH w/ Special Guests</strong><br />
July 19, 4pm</p>
<p><strong>Conducta w/ Pocket, Charles Nimbus</strong><br />
July 19, 8:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Sematary w/ Ghost Mountain, Hackle, Anvil</strong><br />
July 23, 7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Paul McDonald &amp; the Mourning Doves w/ Electric Juice Box</strong><br />
July 24, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Icarus w/ Special Guests</strong><br />
July 25, 8:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Penelope Road w/ The Takes</strong><br />
July 26, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>AHEE w/ Evalution, Wiley</strong><br />
July 26, 8:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Johnny Mullenax w/ Jesus Christ Taxi Driver</strong><br />
July 30, 7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Kate Berlant</strong><br />
July 31, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Supertask – Calibration</strong><br />
July 31, 8:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Supertask – Calibration</strong><br />
August 1, 8:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Justin Martin &amp; Destructo w/ Critz</strong><br />
August 1, 8:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Supertask – Calibration</strong><br />
August 2, 8:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Moses Yoofee Trio</strong><br />
August 3, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>BALTHVS AT LEVITT PAVILION</strong><br />
August 7, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>SHIFT Ft. Jon1st w/ Villain Era</strong><br />
August 07, 8:30pm</p>
<p><strong>The Iceman Special w/ Doom Gong</strong><br />
August 8, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Tropidelic &amp; Shwayze w/ Jarv</strong><br />
August 8, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Peak2Peak</strong><br />
August 9, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>SHIFT Ft. Eater w/ MontyCler, Furtha, G30</strong><br />
August 14, 8:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Mountain Grass Unit w/ Special Guests</strong><br />
August 15, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Blossom w/ Special Guests</strong><br />
August 15, 8:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Canabliss w/ special guest Capochino, Raaket, Solfire</strong><br />
August 16, 8:30pm</p>
<p><strong>High Step Society w/ Hot Like Mars, Wild Love Tigress</strong><br />
August 16, 8:30pm</p>
<p><strong>This Paranormal Life</strong><br />
August 19, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>TRICKSTAR w/ Acyan, Drum.Tek, SPLiT</strong><br />
August 23, 8:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Tray Wellington Band &amp; Chain Station w/ Front Porch</strong><br />
August 30, 7:15pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.ballarena.com/"><b>Ball Arena</b></a></h3>
<p><strong>Andrea Bocelli in Concert with Colorado Symphony</strong><br />
June 17, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>KATY PERRY &#8211; THE LIFETIMES TOUR</strong><br />
July 10, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Jorge Medina &amp; Josi Cuen &#8211; JUNTOS</strong><br />
July 13, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>VOLBEAT Greatest of All Tours Worldwide with Special Guest Halestorm</strong><br />
July 17, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Jason Aldean: Full Throttle Tour 2025</strong><br />
July 25, 7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Disney Descendants/Zombies: Worlds Collide Tour</strong><br />
July 28, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>GHOST: Skeletour World Tour 2025</strong><br />
August 7, 8pm</p>
<p><strong>Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire</strong><br />
August 9, 12:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire</strong><br />
August 9, 7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow-N-Fire</strong><br />
August 10, 2:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Shinedown: Dance, Kid, Dance</strong><br />
August 12, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Nine Inch Nails &#8211; Peel It Back Tour 2025</strong><br />
August 15, 7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Lainey Wilson: Whirlwind World Tour</strong><br />
August 16, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>$uicideboy$ present Grey Day Tour 2025 w. Night Lovell &amp; more</strong><br />
August 19, 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>$uicideboy$ present Grey Day Tour 2025 w. Night Lovell &amp; more</strong><br />
August 20, 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Chris Stapleton&#8217;s All-American Road Show</strong><br />
August 22, 7:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Chris Stapleton&#8217;s All-American Road Show</strong><br />
August 23, 7:30pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.stampedeclub.net/">Stampede Club</a></h3>
<p><strong>Reventon Sonidero Denver 2025</strong><br />
June 6, 8:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Gemini Day Party!!</strong><br />
June 8, 2pm</p>
<p><strong>Modern Swing Mondays 2025</strong><br />
June 9, 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>High Country Dance</strong><br />
June 10, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Ladies Night</strong><br />
June 11, 6pm</p>
<p><strong>Modern Swing Mondays 2025</strong><br />
June 16, 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>High Country Dance</strong><br />
June 17, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Ladies Night</strong><br />
June 18, 6pm</p>
<p><strong>Modern Swing Mondays 2025</strong><br />
June 23, 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>High Country Dance</strong><br />
June 24, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Ladies Night</strong><br />
June 25, 6pm</p>
<p><strong>Modern Swing Mondays 2025</strong><br />
June 30, 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>High Country Dance</strong><br />
June 31, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Ladies Night</strong><br />
July 2, 6pm</p>
<p><strong>Modern Swing Mondays 2025</strong><br />
July 7, 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>High Country Dance</strong><br />
July 8, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Ladies Night</strong><br />
July 9, 6pm</p>
<p><strong>Orquesta Guayacan</strong><br />
July 10, 9pm</p>
<p><strong>LIL BOOSIE LIVE IN CONCERT</strong><br />
July 13, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Modern Swing Mondays 2025</strong><br />
July 14, 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>High Country Dance</strong><br />
July 15, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Ladies Night</strong><br />
July 16, 6pm</p>
<p><strong>ORO SOLIDO EN CONCIERTO</strong><br />
July 18, 9:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Modern Swing Mondays 2025</strong><br />
July 21, 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>High Country Dance</strong><br />
July 22, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Ladies Night</strong><br />
July 23, 6pm</p>
<p><strong>Modern Swing Mondays 2025</strong><br />
July 28, 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>High Country Dance</strong><br />
July 29, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Ladies Night</strong><br />
July 30, 6pm</p>
<p><strong>Modern Swing Mondays 2025</strong><br />
August 4, 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>High Country Dance</strong><br />
August 5, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Ladies Night</strong><br />
August 6, 6pm</p>
<p><strong>Modern Swing Mondays 2025</strong><br />
August 11, 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>High Country Dance</strong><br />
August 12, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Ladies Night</strong><br />
August 13, 6pm</p>
<p><strong>Modern Swing Mondays 2025</strong><br />
August 18, 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>High Country Dance</strong><br />
August 19, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Ladies Night</strong><br />
August 20, 6pm</p>
<p><strong>Modern Swing Mondays 2025</strong><br />
August 25, 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Dotsero Concert</strong><br />
August 25, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>High Country Dance</strong><br />
August 26, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Ladies Night</strong><br />
August 27, 6pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><b>Mile High Stadium</b></h3>
<p><strong>Coldplay Music Of The Spheres World Tour 2025</strong><br />
June 10, 6pm</p>
<p><strong>Post Malone Presents: The BIG ASS Stadium Tour</strong><br />
June 15, 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>The Weeknd: After Hours Til Dawn</strong><br />
June 21, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Metallica M72 World Tour</strong><br />
June 27, 6pm</p>
<p><strong>Metallica M72 World Tour</strong><br />
June 29, 6pm</p>
<p><strong>The Lumineers The Automatic World Tour</strong><br />
August 2, 6:30pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.dazzledenver.com/"><b>Dazzle Denver</b></a></h3>
<p><strong>Cyrus Chestnut In Celebration of KUVO&#8217;s 40th Anniversary</strong><br />
June 5, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Cyrus Chestnut</strong><br />
June 6, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Cyrus Chestnut</strong><br />
June 6, 9:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Geoff Cleveland &amp; Jennifer Matsuura</strong><br />
June 6, 11pm</p>
<p><strong>Kids&#8217; Matinee: Luminous Beings Student Showcase</strong><br />
June 7, 12pm</p>
<p><strong>Cyrus Chestnut</strong><br />
June 7, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Cyrus Chestnut</strong><br />
June 7, 9:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Larry Vernec &amp; Adam Wolff</strong><br />
June 7, 11pm</p>
<p><strong>Dazzle Brunch with Adam Bodine</strong><br />
June 8, 10:30am</p>
<p><strong>Dazzle Brunch with Adam Bodine</strong><br />
June 8, 12:30pm</p>
<p><strong>The Sax Syndicate Plays the Music of Horace Silver</strong><br />
June 10, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Keddjra &amp; Tansy Wine</strong><br />
June 11, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Cecil &amp; Ari Alexander</strong><br />
June 12, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Cecil &amp; Ari Alexander</strong><br />
June 12, 9:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Matt Skellenger</strong><br />
June 12, 11pm</p>
<p><strong>Throwback Friday: Frank Sinatra</strong><br />
June 13, 11am</p>
<p><strong>Gregory Goodloe A Tribute to George Benson</strong><br />
June 13, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Jacob Larson Band</strong><br />
June 13, 10pm</p>
<p><strong>Domi Edson &amp; Ben Parrish</strong><br />
June 13, 11:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Kids&#8217; Matinee: The Playmakers, The Wizard of Oz, an interactive event</strong><br />
June 14, 12pm</p>
<p><strong>The Fleedami 3</strong><br />
June 14, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Machete Mouth</strong><br />
June 14, 10pm</p>
<p><strong>Gio Barabadze &amp; Kevin Mooney</strong><br />
June 14, 11:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Father&#8217;s Day Brunch with Adam Bodine Trio</strong><br />
June 15, 10:30am</p>
<p><strong>Father&#8217;s Day Brunch with Adam Bodine Trio</strong><br />
June 15, 1pm</p>
<p><strong>Purnell Steen &amp; The Five Points Ambassadors: Father&#8217;s Day &amp; Juneteenth Show</strong><br />
June 15, 6pm</p>
<p><strong>5280 Jazz Orchestra</strong><br />
June 16, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Harold López-Nussa: Timba a la Americana feat. Grégoire Maret w/ Luques Curtis &amp; Ruy Adrian López-Nussa</strong><br />
June 17, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Harold López-Nussa: Timba a la Americana feat. Grégoire Maret w/ Luques Curtis &amp; Ruy Adrian López-Nussa</strong><br />
June 17, 9:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Harold López-Nussa: Timba a la Americana feat. Grégoire Maret w/ Luques Curtis &amp; Ruy Adrian López-Nussa</strong><br />
June 18, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Harold López-Nussa: Timba a la Americana feat. Grégoire Maret w/ Luques Curtis &amp; Ruy Adrian López-Nussa</strong><br />
June 18, 9:30pm</p>
<p><strong>3MoMezzos Presents Songs of Liberation</strong><br />
June 19, 2pm</p>
<p><strong>Sonya Walker</strong><br />
June 19, 8:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Wil Alston: Songs From the Heart</strong><br />
June 20, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>On the Dot</strong><br />
June 20, 10pm</p>
<p><strong>Kids&#8217; Matinee: The Playmakers Family Brunch presents Alice In Wonderland</strong><br />
June 21, 12pm</p>
<p><strong>Samuel Lewis Quartet presents &#8220;For the Love of Music&#8221;</strong><br />
June 21, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Jade Oracle</strong><br />
June 21, 10pm</p>
<p><strong>Dazzle Brunch with Adam Bodine</strong><br />
June 22, 10:30am</p>
<p><strong>Dazzle Brunch with Adam Bodine</strong><br />
June 22, 12:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Norma Tell &amp; SaZón Music</strong><br />
June 22, 5pm</p>
<p><strong>Brad Goode</strong><br />
June 24, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Jake + Jubilee</strong><br />
June 25, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Bobby Watson</strong><br />
June 26, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Bobby Watson</strong><br />
June 26, 9:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Julie Koenig &amp; Spencer Zweifel</strong><br />
June 26, 11pm</p>
<p><strong>Ken Walker Sextet</strong><br />
June 27, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>ELECTRIC GIZ</strong><br />
June 27, 10pm</p>
<p><strong>Kids&#8217; Matinee: Special Blend</strong><br />
June 28, 12pm</p>
<p><strong>JoFoKe &amp; Same Cloth</strong><br />
June 28, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Gwendolyn Parney | Ten noyades</strong><br />
June 28, 10pm</p>
<p><strong>Dazzle Brunch with Adam Bodine</strong><br />
June 29, 10:30am</p>
<p><strong>Dazzle Brunch with Adam Bodine</strong><br />
June 29, 12:30pm</p>
<p><strong>KAREN LEE BRIDGE &amp; THE BRIDGE &#8220;QUINTESSENCE!&#8221; &#8230; PLUS!</strong><br />
June 29, 6pm</p>
<p><strong>Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra Presents A Tribute to Woody Herman</strong><br />
June 30, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Andrew Elwood</strong><br />
July 2, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Fiamoré</strong><br />
July 5, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Dazzle Brunch with Adam Bodine</strong><br />
July 6, 10:30am</p>
<p><strong>Dazzle Brunch with Adam Bodine</strong><br />
July 6, 12:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Satellite Pilot &amp; Heather Hunt</strong><br />
July 9, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Donny Most with MJO</strong><br />
July 10, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Throwback Friday: Sarah Vaughan</strong><br />
July 11, 11am</p>
<p><strong>Scarlett Before Horses: Conversations with Our Mother Earth</strong><br />
July 11, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Cactus Cat</strong><br />
July 11, 10pm</p>
<p><strong>Kids&#8217; Matinee: Special Blend</strong><br />
July 12, 12pm</p>
<p><strong>Alex Loran: The Quest Album Release</strong><br />
July 12, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Dazzle Brunch with Adam Bodine</strong><br />
July 13, 10:30am</p>
<p><strong>Dazzle Brunch with Adam Bodine</strong><br />
July 13, 12:30pm</p>
<p><strong>MARY LOUISE LEE BAND Tribute to Natalie Cole</strong><br />
July 13, 6pm</p>
<p><strong>&#8220;Come Away with Me&#8221; Tribute to Norah Jones feat. DZIRAE GOLD</strong><br />
July 14, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Deborah Stafford &amp; The Night Stalkers: The Music of Etta James</strong><br />
July 16, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Bill Kopper Tribute to Jeff Beck</strong><br />
July 17, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Friday Lunch Bunch with Purnell Steen and the Five Points Ambassadors</strong><br />
July 18, 11am</p>
<p><strong>Jason Greenlaw: Pat Metheny Tribute</strong><br />
July 18, 9pm</p>
<p><strong>Kids&#8217; Matinee: Jenn Cleary&#8217;s Kids&#8217; Folk Rock Show!</strong><br />
July 19, 12pm</p>
<p><strong>Jordan Lovinger Tribute to Chick Corea</strong><br />
July 19, 10pm</p>
<p><strong>Dazzle Brunch with Adam Bodine</strong><br />
July 20, 10:30am</p>
<p><strong>Dazzle Brunch with Adam Bodine</strong><br />
July 20, 12:30pm</p>
<p><strong>The Spicy Pickles feat. Hannah Rodriguez</strong><br />
July 20, 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Jenna McLean Album Release</strong><br />
July 23, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Dazzle Brunch with Adam Bodine</strong><br />
July 27, 10:30am</p>
<p><strong>Dazzle Brunch with Adam Bodine</strong><br />
July 27, 12:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Dotsero</strong><br />
July 27, 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Denver Metro Jazz Big Band</strong><br />
July 28, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Still Life &#8211; Songs for Summer</strong><br />
July 30, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Friday Lunch Bunch with Purnell Steen and the Five Points Ambassadors</strong><br />
August 1, 11am</p>
<p><strong>René Marie &amp; Experiment In Truth</strong><br />
August 1, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>René Marie &amp; Experiment In Truth</strong><br />
August 1, 9:30pm</p>
<p><strong>René Marie &amp; Experiment In Truth</strong><br />
August 2, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>René Marie &amp; Experiment In Truth</strong><br />
August 2, 9:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Dazzle Brunch with Adam Bodine</strong><br />
August 3, 10:30am</p>
<p><strong>Dazzle Brunch with Adam Bodine</strong><br />
August 3, 12:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Webistics</strong><br />
August 3, 6pm</p>
<p><strong>Matt Smiley Quintet: Out to Lunch!</strong><br />
August 4, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>MONTY ALEXANDER &#8211; Living History, Jamaica to Jazz</strong><br />
August 5, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>MONTY ALEXANDER &#8211; Living History, Jamaica to Jazz</strong><br />
August 6, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Throwback Friday: Ray Charles</strong><br />
August 8, 11am</p>
<p><strong>Kids&#8217; Matinee: Special Blend</strong><br />
August 9, 12pm</p>
<p><strong>Dazzle Brunch with Adam Bodine</strong><br />
August 10, 10:30am</p>
<p><strong>Dazzle Brunch with Adam Bodine</strong><br />
August 10, 12:30pm</p>
<p><strong>The Cat&#8217;s Glasses</strong><br />
August 11, 7pm</p>
<p><strong>Aakash Mittal&#8217;s Breathe Ensemble Album Release</strong><br />
August 15, 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Sean Applebee and Beyond</strong><br />
August 15, 9:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Matt Skellenger &#8211; Matt Reid Duo Album Release Party ft. members of Matt Skellenger Group</strong><br />
August 16, 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Dazzle Brunch with Adam Bodine</strong><br />
August 17, 10:30am</p>
<p><strong>Dazzle Brunch with Adam Bodine</strong><br />
August 17, 12:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Ron Ivory &amp; Suite ti</strong><br />
August 17, 5pm</p>
<p><strong>Kids&#8217; Matinee: Disney Tunes by West of the Moon</strong><br />
August 23, 12pm</p>
<p><strong>Little Trips</strong><br />
August 23, 10pm</p>
<p><strong>Dazzle Brunch with Adam Bodine</strong><br />
August 24, 10:30am</p>
<p><strong>Dazzle Brunch with Adam Bodine</strong><br />
August 24, 12:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Kids&#8217; Matinee: The Playmakers, Snow White &amp; The Dazzle Dwarves, An Interactive Event</strong><br />
August 30, 12pm</p>
<p><strong>Tyler Farr Quartet</strong><br />
August 30, 6:30pm</p>
<p><strong>Dazzle Brunch with Adam Bodine</strong><br />
August 30, 10:30am</p>
<p><strong>Dazzle Brunch with Adam Bodine</strong><br />
August 30, 12:30pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://members.eriechamber.org/events">Erie Chamber of Commerce</a></h3>
<p><strong>Concert in the Park – The Burroughs</strong><br />
July 26, 2025<br />
5:00 pm</p>
<p><strong>Concert in the Park &#8211; Face Vocal Band</strong><br />
August 23, 2025<br />
4:00 pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3>Downtown Erie</h3>
<p><strong>28th Annual Erie Town Fair</strong><br />
May 17, 2025<br />
10:00 am</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://breckcreate.org/"><strong>Breck Create</strong></a></h3>
<p><strong>Ridge Street Arts Square &#8211; 117 E Washington Ave, Breckenridge, CO 80424</strong></p>
<p><strong>AirStage Après</strong><br />
June 13, 2025<br />
Evening</p>
<p><strong>May Be Fern @ Breckinridge Pride Celebration</strong><br />
June 13</p>
<p><strong>AirStage Après</strong><br />
June 19, 2025<br />
Evening</p>
<p><strong>AirStage Après</strong><br />
June 26, 2025<br />
Evening</p>
<p><strong>AirStage Après</strong><br />
July 3, 2025<br />
Evening</p>
<p><strong>July 4th: Bikes, Rights &amp; Creative Delights</strong><br />
July 4, 2025<br />
All day</p>
<p><strong>A Creative + Culinary Affair</strong><br />
July 10, 2025<br />
Evening</p>
<p><strong>AirStage Après</strong><br />
July 10, 2025<br />
Evening</p>
<p><strong>AirStage Après</strong><br />
July 17, 2025<br />
Evening</p>
<p><strong>AirStage Après</strong><br />
July 24, 2025<br />
Evening</p>
<p><strong>AirStage Après</strong><br />
July 31, 2025<br />
Evening</p>
<p><strong>AirStage Après</strong><br />
August 7, 2025<br />
Evening</p>
<p><strong>Breckenridge International Festival of Arts (BIFA)</strong><br />
August 15–24, 2025<br />
Varied times</p>
<p><strong>Breck Create &#8211; Ridge Street Arts Square</strong></p>
<p>150 W Adams Ave., Breckenridge, CO 80424</p>
<p><strong>BoDeans Live at the Riverwalk Center</strong><br />
June 27</p>
<p><strong>Breck Create &#8211; Old Masonic Hall</strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>136 S Main St, Breckenridge, CO 80424</strong></p>
<p><strong>Exhibition: Irrational Indigenous Insights by Anna Tsouhlarakis</strong><br />
May 24 – August 31, 2025<br />
Opening day evening</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong> Robert Whyte House</strong></p>
<p><strong>Artist-in-Residence: Aimee Kuipur</strong><br />
Summer 2025<br />
Varied hours</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>J.R. Hodges Tin Shop</strong></p>
<p><strong>Artist-in-Residence: Justin Tyler Tate<br />
</strong>Summer 2025<br />
Varied hours</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.artshub.org/">Arts Hub Events</a></h3>
<p><strong>You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown</strong><br />
July 25, July 26, July 27</p>
<p><strong>Review 1 (The Lion King)</strong><br />
June 14</p>
<p><strong>Youth Production 1 (Cinderella: Youth Edition)</strong><br />
June 21 and June 22</p>
<p><strong>Musical Theatre Skills Camp</strong><br />
June 27</p>
<p><strong>Reviews 2 (Little Shops of Horrors)</strong><br />
June 28</p>
<p><strong>High School Production (Hadestown)</strong><br />
July 11-July 13</p>
<p><strong>The complete Works of Harry Potter</strong><br />
July 2 and July 3</p>
<p><strong>Youth Production 2 (Robin Hood)</strong><br />
July 19 and July 20</p>
<p><strong>Disney Dance Intensive</strong><br />
July 11</p>
<p><strong>Review 3 (Moana)</strong><br />
July 26</p>
<p><strong>Youth Production (Something Rotten, Jr.)</strong><br />
August 2 and August 3</p>
<p><strong>Evening Production (Mean Girls, Jr.)</strong><br />
August 8-August 10</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><a href="https://www.blacksheeprocks.com/">The Black Sheep</a></h3>
<p><strong>Ava Maybee, Annika Rose</strong><br />
Fri June 6, 2025 8:00pm (doors:7:00pm)</p>
<p><strong>Sleep Theory &#8211; The Afterglow Tour </strong><br />
Sat June 7,2025 7:00pm (doors 6:00pm)</p>
<p><strong>Winona Fighter, Good Boy Daisy, Strung Short</strong><br />
Fri June 13, 2025 8:00pm (doors: 7:00pm)</p>
<p><strong>Tigerwine, Daisyhead, Runoff, Viewfinder</strong><br />
Sat June 14, 2025 8:00pm (doors: 7:00pm)</p>
<p><strong>Tycho </strong><br />
Mon June 16, 2025 8:00pm (doors: 7:00pm)</p>
<p><strong>Fayuca, Green Buddha</strong><br />
Fri June 20, 2025 8:00pm (doors: 7:00pm)</p>
<p><strong>Creeping Death, Kruelty, Upon Stone </strong><br />
Sat June 21, 2025 7:00pm (doors: 6:00pm)</p>
<p><strong>Sheppard, The Drawn Out</strong><br />
Sun June 22, 2025 8:00pm (doors: 7:00pm)</p>
<p><strong>Vampire Everywhere </strong><br />
Mon June 23, 2025 8:00pm (doors: 7:00pm)</p>
<p><strong>Low Cut Connie, The Dirty Turkeys</strong><br />
Tues June 24, 2025 8:00pm (doors: 7:00pm)</p>
<p><strong>Lacey Sturn- Kenotic Metanoia Tour w/ Islander, Young Other</strong><br />
Fri June 27, 2025 8:00pm (doors: 7:00pm)</p>
<p><strong>United We Dance: The Ultimate Race Experience </strong><br />
Sat June 28, 2025 8:00pm (doors: 8:00pm)</p>
<p><strong>Danna Simpson </strong><br />
Fri July 11, 2025 8:00pm (doors: 7:00pm)</p>
<p><strong>Nekromantix, The Rumours</strong><br />
Sun July 13, 2025 8:00pm (doors: 7:00pm)</p>
<p><strong>The Bombpops + The Dwarves @ Vultures</strong><br />
Fri (doors: 7:00pm)</p>
<p><strong>The Emo Night Tour</strong><br />
Fri July 18, 2025 8:00pm (doors: 8:00pm)</p>
<p><strong>719 Day Fest at The Black Sheep, Vultures &amp; What&#8217;s Left Records</strong><br />
Sat July 19, 2025 2:00pm (doors: 2:00pm)</p>
<p><strong>Heart Attack Man, The Dirty Nil, Carpool, Dear Seattle </strong><br />
Sun July 20, 2025 7:00pm (doors: 6:00pm)</p>
<p><strong>The Union Underground, Spineshank, Adema, Sicksense</strong><br />
Fri August 1, 2025 7:00pm (doors: 6:00pm)</p>
<p><strong>FEVER 333 &#8211; NEW WEST ORDER w/special guests Fire From The Gods, Crooked Teeth</strong><br />
Wed August 6, 2025 7:30pm (doors: 6:30pm)</p>
<p><strong>Boundaries, Stick To Your Guns, Gates To Hell, Psycho-Frame</strong><br />
Thu August 7, 2025 6:30pm (doors: 5:30pm)</p>
<p><strong>Men Without Hats</strong><br />
Wed August 12, 2025 8:00pm (doors: 7:00pm)</p>
<p><strong>Alien Ant Farm</strong><br />
Sat August 16, 2025 8:00pm (doors: 7:00pm)</p>
<p><strong>Metalachi</strong><br />
Thu August 21, 2025 8:00pm (doors: 7:00pm)</p>
<h2></h2>
<h2>One-Off Events</h2>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3>May</h3>
<p><strong>Drag Show</strong><br />
May 25<br />
6:30pm<br />
Dickens<br />
302 Main Street, Longmont</p>
<p><strong>Boulder Creek Festival</strong><br />
May 26<br />
Along Boulder Creek (9th to 14th St between Canyon Blvd and Arapahoe Ave)</p>
<p><strong>Divine Rest Nests: An Invitation</strong><br />
May 26-September 1<br />
MBoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p><strong>Ben Green &amp; Scott Fisher – “The Aging Wisely Project”</strong><br />
May 27<br />
6:30pm<br />
Boulder Bookstore<br />
1107 Pearl St, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Yoga For All</strong><br />
May 28<br />
8:00am<br />
The Colorado Chautauqua<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Kristin Koval – “Penitence</strong><br />
May 28<br />
6:30pm<br />
Boulder Bookstore<br />
1107 Pearl St, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Forbidden Broadway: Merrily We Stole a Song</strong><br />
May 28-June 29<br />
Garner Galleria<br />
1400 Curtis Street, Denver</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Magic Hunks </strong><br />
May 28<br />
8pm<br />
Dickens<br />
302 Main Street, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Qigong For Everyone</strong><br />
May 29<br />
8am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p><strong>Jordan Quaglia – “From Self-Care to We-Care”</strong><br />
May 29<br />
6:30pm<br />
Boulder Bookstore<br />
1107 Pearl St, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Free Podcast Jumpstart Class</strong><br />
May 29<br />
6:30pm<br />
The End Lafayette @ Dog House Music<br />
525 Courtney Way</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Summer in Italy Cooking Class</strong><br />
May 29<br />
6:30pm<br />
Food Lab<br />
1825 Pearl St, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Live Movie Review – Days of Heaven (1978)</strong><br />
May 29<br />
7:00pm<br />
Boulder Public Library’s Canyon Gallery &amp; Theater<br />
1001 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Sirona Isle Performing </strong><br />
May 30<br />
5pm<br />
The Passenger<br />
300 Main Street, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Firehouse South Gallery Opening – Vonalda Utterback &amp; Patty Fabian </strong><br />
May 30<br />
6:00pm<br />
667 4th Ave, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Date Night in Mexico Cooking Class</strong><br />
May 30<br />
6:30<br />
Food Lab<br />
1825 Pearl St, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>The Stay Wild Show with Haven Slay +Bliss Wilder</strong><br />
May 30<br />
7pm<br />
The End Lafayette @ Dog House Music<br />
525 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto with Augustin Hadelich</strong><br />
May 30-June 1<br />
Performing Arts Center<br />
1400 Curtis Street, Denver</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Saturday Boulder Farmers Market </strong><br />
May 31<br />
8:00am<br />
Central Park<br />
13th St &amp; Canyon Blvd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>One Day Intermediate Stained Glass</strong><br />
May 31<br />
12:00pm<br />
Colorado Glass Works<br />
1500 Pearl Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Sesame Street Live! Say Hello</strong><br />
May 31<br />
Performing Arts Center<br />
1400 Curtis Street, Denver</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Queer Pride Market </strong><br />
May 31<br />
12pm<br />
Equality Center of the Rocky Mountains<br />
3340 Mitchell Ln, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Viva Mexico! A Dance Spectacular</strong><br />
May 31<br />
Performing Arts Center<br />
1400 Curtis Street, Denver</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Fiddlin Brothers Band</strong><br />
May 31<br />
5pm<br />
The Passenger<br />
300 Main Street, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Metal Mayhem Night!</strong><br />
May 31<br />
6pm<br />
Dickens<br />
302 Main Street, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Mediterranean Tapas Cooking Class</strong><br />
May 31<br />
6:30pm<br />
Food Lab<br />
1825 Pearl St, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Youth Behind &amp; Beyond Bars with Musical Guests: The Reminders</strong><br />
May 31<br />
7pm<br />
Motus Theater<br />
1000 Boulder Canyon Drive, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3>June</h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>The Tamburitzans-America’s Favorite Folk Ensemble</strong><br />
June 1<br />
5:00pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p><strong>The Garden party</strong><br />
June 1<br />
4:00pm<br />
Equality Center of the Rocky Mountains<br />
3340 Mitchell Ln, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Femme Musicians Meetup + Jam</strong><br />
June 3<br />
6:30pm<br />
The End Lafayette @ Dog House Music<br />
525 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p><strong>Leslie Vedder – The Labyrinth of Souls (with Olivia Chadha)</strong><br />
June 3<br />
6:30pm<br />
Boulder Bookstore<br />
1107 Pearl St, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Yogal For All</strong><br />
June 4<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Denver Fringe Festival</strong><br />
June 4–8<br />
Denver</p>
<p><strong>&amp; Juliet</strong><br />
June 4-June 15<br />
Temple Hoyne Buell Theater<br />
1350 Curtis Street, Denver</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Haley Hoffman Smith – You Have the Magic</strong><br />
June 4<br />
6:30pm<br />
Boulder Bookstore<br />
1107 Pearl St, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Qigong For Everyone</strong><br />
June 5<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p><strong>Sirona Isle</strong><br />
June 6<br />
5 PM<br />
The Passenger<br />
300 Main Street, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Fiddlin’ Brothers Family Fun Concert</strong><br />
June 6<br />
6pm<br />
Dickens<br />
302 Main Street, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Firehouse South Gallery Opening – Bob Looser, Michelle Sepulveda &amp; Michael Campbell</strong><br />
Jue 6<br />
6:00pm<br />
667 4th Ave, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Date Night in Napa Cooking Class</strong><br />
June 6<br />
6:30pm<br />
Food Lab<br />
1825 Pearl St, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Palisade Bluegrass and Roots Festival</strong><br />
June 6-June 8<br />
451 Pendleton St, Palisade</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Lafayette Brew Fest</strong><br />
June 7<br />
3pm<br />
Morrell Printing Solutions Parking Lot &#8211; 990 S Public Rd Unit C, Lafayette, CO 80026</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Summer Sessions   &#8212; French Cassettes, Crepe Girl, Lady Denim, and More!</strong><br />
June 7<br />
Riverfront Park</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Downtown Boulder Mural Walking Tour</strong><br />
June 7<br />
10:00am<br />
Creature Comforts Café<br />
1647 Pearl St, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Rumpelstiltskin and Other Trickers</strong><br />
June 7<br />
10:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>American Tapas Party Cooking Class</strong><br />
June 7<br />
6:30pm<br />
Food Lab<br />
1825 Pearl St, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>The Moth Mainstage</strong><br />
June 7<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Free Live Music by David Tilmon!</strong><br />
June 7<br />
5pm<br />
Dickens<br />
302 Main Street, Longmong</p>
<p><strong>Boulder Ballet Performances</strong><br />
June 7<br />
7:00pm<br />
Arts in the Park<br />
13th St &amp; Canyon Blvd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Live Movie Review-Dungeons &amp; Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023)</strong><br />
June 7<br />
6:00pm<br />
Boulder Public Library’s Canyon Gallery &amp; Theater<br />
1001 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Rumpelstiltskin and Other Tricksters</strong><br />
June 8<br />
10:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Sunday Sing-a-Long – Frozen (2013)</strong><br />
June 8<br />
1:00pm<br />
Boulder Public Library’s Canyon Gallery &amp; Theater<br />
1001 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Saving Our History Film Festival</strong><br />
June 8<br />
4:00pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Rainbow Disco: The Official Longmong Pride</strong><br />
Puppy Camp<br />
June 9–12<br />
9 AM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Theater Games – The Art of Play Camp (Ages 8-12)</strong><br />
June 9-13<br />
9:00am<br />
Musuem of Boulder<br />
2205 Broadway, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Rocks &amp; Crystals</strong><br />
June 9–12<br />
1 PM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Technique Class: Pressed Flowers in Stained Glass</strong><br />
June 10<br />
5:00pm<br />
Colorado Glass Works<br />
1500 Pearl Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Yoga For All</strong><br />
June 11<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Graham Good &amp; The Painters</strong><br />
June 11<br />
5:00pm<br />
Bands on the Bricks<br />
1300 Block of Pearl Street Mall, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Free Songwriters Meetup</strong><br />
June 11<br />
6:30pm<br />
The End Lafayette@Dog House Music<br />
525 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Qigong For Everyone</strong><br />
June 12<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p><strong><br />
Downtown Boulder Mural Walking Tour</strong><br />
June 12<br />
10:00am<br />
Creature Comforts Café<br />
1647 Pearl St, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Longmont Summer Arts &amp; Music Series – June Edition</strong><br />
June 12<br />
4:30pm<br />
667 4th Ave, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>May Be Fern @ Breckinridge Pride Celebration</strong><br />
June 13<br />
Breck Creates<br />
Breckinridge</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Theater Games – The Art of Play Camp (Ages 8-12)</strong><br />
June 9-13<br />
9:00am<br />
Musuem of Boulder<br />
2205 Broadway, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Downtown Boulder Mural Walking Tour</strong><br />
June 12<br />
10:00am<br />
Creature Comforts Café<br />
1647 Pearl St, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Here to Pee</strong><br />
June 13<br />
7:00pm<br />
The Lyric<br />
1209 N College Ave, Fort Collins</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Saturday Boulder Farmers Market</strong><br />
June 14<br />
8:00am<br />
Central Park<br />
13th St &amp; Canyon Blvd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Judy Collins</strong><br />
June 14<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Free Live Music by Chicken Coop Willaye</strong><br />
June 14<br />
5:30pm<br />
The Passenger<br />
300 Main Street, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Pride Drag Bingo Brunch!</strong><br />
June 15<br />
9am<br />
The Passenger<br />
300 Main Street, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Rumpelstilksin and Other Tricksters</strong><br />
June 15<br />
10:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Boulder Pridefest</strong><br />
June 15<br />
11:30<br />
Central Park and Civic Area<br />
1236 Canyon Boulevard, Boulder</p>
<p><strong><br />
Glow in the Dark</strong><br />
June 16–19<br />
9 AM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Swifties</strong><br />
June 16–19<br />
1 PM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Gillian Welch &amp; David Rawlings</strong><br />
June 16<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Free Open Mic Night</strong><br />
June 17<br />
7:30pm<br />
The End Lafayette@Dog House Music<br />
525 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Free Podcast Jumpstart Class</strong><br />
June 17<br />
8:00pm<br />
The End Lafayette@Dog House Music<br />
525 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Yoga For All</strong><br />
June 18<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Kind Hearted Strangers</strong><br />
5:00pm<br />
Bands on the Bricks<br />
1300 Block of Pearl Street Mall, Boulder</p>
<p><strong><br />
Qigong For Everyone</strong><br />
June 19<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Bela Fleck, Edmar Castaneda &amp; Antonio Sanchez Trio</strong><br />
June 19<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>The Reminders/Juneteenth Celbration+Civic Center Season Kick-Off</strong><br />
June 19<br />
Breck Creates<br />
Breckinridge</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Loveland Pride</strong><br />
June 20<br />
4:00pm<br />
Mehaffey Park<br />
3285 W 22nd St, Loveland</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Saturday Boulder Farmers Market</strong><br />
June 21<br />
8:00am<br />
Central Park<br />
13th St &amp; Canyon Blvd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Femail Band Show</strong><br />
June 20<br />
Dickens<br />
302 Main Street, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Kiki Pride Night</strong><br />
June 21<br />
4:00pm<br />
Longmont Musuem<br />
400 Quail Rd, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Loveland Pride</strong><br />
June 20<br />
4:00pm<br />
Mehaffey Park<br />
3285 W 22nd St, Loveland</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Joseph with Special Guest Covenhoven</strong><br />
June 20<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>El Dolor</strong><br />
June 21<br />
Passenger<br />
300 Main Street, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Dickens After Dark Event Solsice Heat</strong><br />
June 21<br />
Dickens<br />
302 Main Street, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Rumpelstiltskin and Other Trickers</strong><br />
June 21<br />
10:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Flatiron Sounds Music Festival</strong><br />
June 21<br />
1:00pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Pride Drag Show</strong><br />
June 22<br />
Dickens<br />
302 Main Street, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Rumpelstiltskin and Other Trickers</strong><br />
June 22<br />
10:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Youth Pride</strong><br />
June 23<br />
4:00pm<br />
Equality Center of the Rocky Mountains<br />
3340 Mitchell Ln, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Rainbows &amp; Unicorns</strong><br />
June 23–26<br />
9 AM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Glow in the Dark</strong><br />
June 23–26<br />
1 PM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Yoga For All</strong><br />
June 25<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Mamma Mia!</strong><br />
June 25-29<br />
Temple Hoyne Buell Theater<br />
1350 Curtis Street, Denver</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Hazel Miller &amp; The Collectives</strong><br />
June 25<br />
5:00pm<br />
Bands on the Bricks<br />
1300 Block of Pearl Street Mall, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Dr. Brian Greene: Starry Night – A Voyage Across Space and Time</strong><br />
June 25<br />
7:00pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Qigong for Everyone</strong><br />
June 26<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>BoDeans Live at the Riverwalk Center</strong><br />
June 27<br />
Breck Creates<br />
150 W Adams Ave. Breckinridge</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Saturday Boulder Farmers Market</strong><br />
June 28<br />
8:00am<br />
Central Park<br />
13th St &amp; Canyon Blvd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Indigo</strong><br />
June 27<br />
The Passenger<br />
300 Main Street, Longmong</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>50+LGBTQ+Mixer</strong><br />
June 27<br />
4:00pm<br />
Equality Center of the Rocky Mountains<br />
3340 Mitchell Ln, Boulder</p>
<p><strong><br />
Rumpelstiltskin and Other Tricksters</strong><br />
June 29<br />
10:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><strong>July</strong></h3>
<p><strong>Femme Musicians Meetup (and jam)</strong><br />
July 1<br />
7:30pm<br />
The End Lafayette@Dog House Music<br />
525 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Yoga For All</strong><br />
July 2<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>The Long Run</strong><br />
July 2<br />
5:00pm<br />
Bands on the Bricks<br />
1300 Block of Pearl Street Mall, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>The Complete Works of Harry Potter</strong><br />
July 2-3<br />
Arts Hub Events<br />
420 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Qigong For Everyone</strong><br />
July 3<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p><strong>Helene Grimaud Plays Brahms</strong><br />
July 3<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p><strong>Saturday Boulder Farmers Market</strong><br />
July 5<br />
8:00am<br />
Central Park<br />
13th St &amp; Canyon Blvd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Richard II</strong><br />
July 5-August 10<br />
Roe Green Theater (CU Boulder)<br />
261 University Ave, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Rumpelstiltskin and Other Tricksters</strong><br />
July 5<br />
10:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Rumpelstiltskin and Other Tricksters</strong><br />
July 6<br />
10:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Family Concert: Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Missing Maestro</strong><br />
July 6<br />
10:30am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Helene Grimaud Plays Brahms</strong><br />
July 6<br />
6:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Rocks &amp; Crystals</strong><br />
July 7–10<br />
9 AM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Puppy Camp</strong><br />
July 7–10<br />
1 PM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Saturday Boulder Farmers Market</strong><br />
July 12<br />
8:00am<br />
Central Park<br />
13th St &amp; Canyon Blvd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Some Like it Hot</strong><br />
July 8-20<br />
Temple Hoyne Buell Theater<br />
1350 Curtis Street, Denver</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Schubert, Prokofiev &amp; Brahms</strong><br />
July 8<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Yoga For All</strong><br />
July 8<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p><strong>Selasee &amp; The Fafa Family</strong><br />
July 9<br />
5:00pm<br />
Bands on the Bricks<br />
1300 Block of Pearl Street Mall, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Bruce Cockburn</strong><br />
July 9<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Songwriters Meetup</strong><br />
July 9<br />
7:30pm<br />
The End Lafayette@Dog House Music<br />
525 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Qigong For Everyone</strong><br />
July 10<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Brahms 1_ Joan Tower’s World Premiere</strong><br />
July 10-July 11<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Saturday Boulder Farmers Market</strong><br />
July 4<br />
8:00am<br />
Central Park<br />
13th St &amp; Canyon Blvd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Bikes, Rights &amp; Creative Delights</strong><br />
Breck Create<br />
July 4117 Washington Ave, Breckinridge</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>A Creative + Culinary Affair</strong><br />
July 10<br />
Breck Create<br />
117 Washington Ave, Breckenridge</p>
<p><strong>Erie Balloon Festival</strong><br />
July 11-July 13<br />
County Road 5 &amp; Colliers Pkwy</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>High School Production (Hadestown)</strong><br />
July 11-13<br />
Arts Hub Events<br />
420 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Femme Musicians Meetup (and jam)</strong><br />
July 1<br />
7:30pm<br />
The End Lafayette@Dog House Music<br />
525 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Yoga For All</strong><br />
July 2<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>The Long Run</strong><br />
July 2<br />
5:00pm<br />
Bands on the Bricks<br />
1300 Block of Pearl Street Mall, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>The Complete Works of Harry Potter</strong><br />
July 2-3<br />
Arts Hub Events<br />
420 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Qigong For Everyone</strong><br />
July 3<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Helene Grimaud Plays Brahms</strong><br />
July 3<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Saturday Boulder Farmers Market</strong><br />
July 5<br />
8:00am<br />
Central Park<br />
13th St &amp; Canyon Blvd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Richard II</strong><br />
July 5-August 10<br />
Roe Green Theater (CU Boulder)<br />
261 University Ave, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Rumpelstiltskin and Other Tricksters</strong><br />
July 5<br />
10:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Rumpelstiltskin and Other Tricksters</strong><br />
July 6<br />
10:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Family Concert: Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Missing Maestro</strong><br />
July 6<br />
10:30am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Helene Grimaud Plays Brahms</strong><br />
July 6<br />
6:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Rocks &amp; Crystals</strong><br />
July 7–10<br />
9 AM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Puppy Camp</strong><br />
July 7–10<br />
1 PM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Saturday Boulder Farmers Market</strong><br />
July 12<br />
8:00am<br />
Central Park<br />
13th St &amp; Canyon Blvd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Some Like it Hot</strong><br />
July 8-20<br />
Temple Hoyne Buell Theater<br />
1350 Curtis Street, Denver</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Schubert, Prokofiev &amp; Brahms</strong><br />
July 8<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Yoga For All</strong><br />
July 8<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p><strong>Selasee &amp; The Fafa Family</strong><br />
July 9<br />
5:00pm<br />
Bands on the Bricks<br />
1300 Block of Pearl Street Mall, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Bruce Cockburn</strong><br />
July 9<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Songwriters Meetup</strong><br />
July 9<br />
7:30pm<br />
The End Lafayette@Dog House Music<br />
525 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Qigong For Everyone</strong><br />
July 10<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Brahms 1_ Joan Tower’s World Premiere</strong><br />
July 10-July 11<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Saturday Boulder Farmers Market</strong><br />
July 4<br />
8:00am<br />
Central Park<br />
13th St &amp; Canyon Blvd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Bikes, Rights &amp; Creative Delights</strong><br />
Breck Create<br />
July 4117 Washington Ave, Breckenridge</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>A Creative + Culinary Affair</strong><br />
July 10<br />
Breck Create<br />
117 Washington Ave, Breckenridge</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Erie Balloon Festival</strong><br />
July 11-July 13<br />
County Road 5 &amp; Colliers Pkwy</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>High School Production (Hadestown)</strong><br />
July 11-13<br />
Arts Hub Events<br />
420 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Elise</strong><br />
July 11/13<br />
The Passenger<br />
300 Main Street, Longmong</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Disney Dance Intensive</strong><br />
July 11<br />
Arts Hub Events<br />
420 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Comedy Show</strong><br />
July 12<br />
Dickens<br />
302 Main Street, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Arts in the Garden</strong><br />
July 12<br />
10:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Tab Benoit</strong><br />
July 12<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>BBQ Drag Show</strong><br />
July 13<br />
Dickens<br />
302 Main Street, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>An Evening of Mozart</strong><br />
July 13<br />
6:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Review 1 (The Lion King)</strong><br />
June 14<br />
Arts Hub Events<br />
420 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Longmont Summer Arts &amp; Music Series – July Edition</strong><br />
July 14<br />
4:30pm<br />
667 4th Ave, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Dave Mason’s Traffic jam with Ivan Pulley-Let it Flow 2025 Tour</strong><br />
July 14<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Swifties</strong><br />
July 14–17<br />
9 AM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Rainbows &amp; Unicorns</strong><br />
July 14–17<br />
1 PM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Brentano String Quartet</strong><br />
July 15<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Free Open Mic Night</strong><br />
July 15<br />
7:30pm<br />
The End Lafayette@Dog House Music<br />
525 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Yoga For All</strong><br />
July 16<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Los Mocochetes</strong><br />
July 16<br />
5:00pm<br />
Bands on the Bricks<br />
1300 Block of Pearl Street Mall, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Dixie’s Tupperware Party</strong><br />
July 16-August 27<br />
Garner Galleria<br />
1400 Curtis Street, Denver</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Jake Shimabukuro</strong><br />
July 16<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Qigong For Everyone</strong><br />
July 17<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Swifties</strong><br />
July 14–17<br />
9 AM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Rainbows &amp; Unicorns</strong><br />
July 14–17<br />
1 PM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p><strong>Anne Akiko Meyers Plays Ravel</strong><br />
July 18<br />
6:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Expression Singer Showcase</strong><br />
July 18<br />
The Passenger<br />
300 Main Street, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Saturday Boulder Farmers Market</strong><br />
July 19<br />
8:00am<br />
Central Park<br />
13th St &amp; Canyon Blvd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Lucinda Williams &amp; Her Band</strong><br />
July 19<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Youth Production 2 (Robin Hood)</strong><br />
July 19-20<br />
Arts Hub Events<br />
420 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Tchaikovsky &amp; Beethoven</strong><br />
July 20<br />
6:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Glow in the Dark</strong><br />
July 21–24<br />
9 AM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Rocks &amp; Crystals</strong><br />
July 21–24<br />
1 PM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Steve Earle Solo &amp; Acoustic: 50 – Fifty Years of Songs and Stories</strong><br />
July 21<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Youth Production 1 (Cinderella: Youth Edition)</strong><br />
June 21-22<br />
Arts Hub Events<br />
420 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Mozart &amp; Dvorak</strong><br />
July 22<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Yoga For All</strong><br />
July 21<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Dragondeer</strong><br />
July 23<br />
5:00pm<br />
Bands on the Bricks<br />
1300 Block of Pearl Street Mall, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Qigong For Everyone</strong><br />
July 24<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No.3</strong><br />
July 24-25<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown</strong><br />
July 25-27<br />
Arts Hub Events<br />
420 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Saturday Boulder Farmers Market</strong><br />
July 26<br />
8:00am<br />
Central Park<br />
13th St &amp; Canyon Blvd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Concerts in the Park – The Burroughs</strong><br />
July 26<br />
5:00pm<br />
Coal Creek Park<br />
575 Kattell St, Erie</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Jesus “Aguaje” Ramos &amp; The Buena Vista Orchestra</strong><br />
July 26<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Review 3 (Moana)</strong><br />
July 26<br />
Arts Hub Events<br />
420 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Doctor Faustus</strong><br />
July 27<br />
Roe Green Theatre (CU Boulder)<br />
261 University Ave, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Yang Plays Rodrigo’s Concierto de Aranjuez</strong><br />
July 27<br />
6:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Musical Theatre Skills Camp</strong><br />
June 27<br />
Arts Hub Events<br />
420 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Reviews 2 (Little Shops of Horrors)</strong><br />
June 28<br />
Arts Hub Events<br />
420 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Puppy Camp</strong><br />
July 28–31<br />
9 AM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Swifties</strong><br />
July 28–31<br />
1 PM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Rhiannon Giddens &amp; The Old-Time Revue</strong><br />
July 28<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Yoga For All</strong><br />
July 30<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>The Mammoths</strong><br />
July 30<br />
5:00pm<br />
Bands on the Bricks<br />
1300 Block of Pearl Street Mall, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>National Geographic Live: Wild Wolves of Yellowstone</strong><br />
July 30<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Qigong For Everyone</strong><br />
July 31<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Bethoven 9 + Michael Abels’ Amplify</strong><br />
July 31-August 1<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Elise</strong><br />
July 11/13<br />
The Passenger<br />
300 Main Street, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Disney Dance Intensive</strong><br />
July 11<br />
Arts Hub Events<br />
420 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Comedy Show</strong><br />
July 12<br />
Dickens<br />
302 Main Street, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Arts in the Garden</strong><br />
July 12<br />
10:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Tab Benoit</strong><br />
July 12<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>BBQ Drag Show</strong><br />
July 13<br />
Dickens<br />
302 Main Street, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>An Evening of Mozart</strong><br />
July 13<br />
6:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Review 1 (The Lion King)</strong><br />
June 14<br />
Arts Hub Events<br />
420 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Longmont Summer Arts &amp; Music Series – July Edition</strong><br />
July 14<br />
4:30pm<br />
667 4th Ave, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Dave Mason’s Traffic jam with Ivan Pulley-Let it Flow 2025 Tour</strong><br />
July 14<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Swifties</strong><br />
July 14–17<br />
9 AM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Rainbows &amp; Unicorns</strong><br />
July 14–17<br />
1 PM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Brentano String Quartet</strong><br />
July 15<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Free Open Mic Night</strong><br />
July 15<br />
7:30pm</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>The End Lafayette@Dog House Music</strong><br />
525 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Yoga For All</strong><br />
July 16<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Los Mocochetes</strong><br />
July 16<br />
5:00pm<br />
Bands on the Bricks<br />
1300 Block of Pearl Street Mall, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Dixie’s Tupperware Party</strong><br />
July 16-August 27<br />
Garner Galleria<br />
1400 Curtis Street, Denver</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Jake Shimabukuro</strong><br />
July 16<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Qigong For Everyone</strong><br />
July 17<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Swifties</strong><br />
July 14–17<br />
9 AM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Rainbows &amp; Unicorns</strong><br />
July 14–17<br />
1 PM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Anne Akiko Meyers Plays Ravel</strong><br />
July 18<br />
6:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Expression Singer Showcase</strong><br />
July 18<br />
The Passenger<br />
300 Main Street, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Saturday Boulder Farmers Market</strong><br />
July 19<br />
8:00am<br />
Central Park<br />
13th St &amp; Canyon Blvd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Lucinda Williams &amp; Her Band</strong><br />
July 19<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Youth Production 2 (Robin Hood)</strong><br />
July 19-20<br />
Arts Hub Events<br />
420 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Tchaikovsky &amp; Beethoven</strong><br />
July 20<br />
6:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Glow in the Dark</strong><br />
July 21–24<br />
9 AM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Rocks &amp; Crystals</strong><br />
July 21–24<br />
1 PM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Steve Earle Solo &amp; Acoustic: 50 – Fifty Years of Songs and Stories</strong><br />
July 21<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Youth Production 1 (Cinderella: Youth Edition)</strong><br />
June 21-22<br />
Arts Hub Events<br />
420 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Mozart &amp; Dvorak</strong><br />
July 22<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Yoga For All</strong><br />
July 21<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Dragondeer</strong><br />
July 23<br />
5:00pm<br />
Bands on the Bricks<br />
1300 Block of Pearl Street Mall, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Qigong For Everyone</strong><br />
July 24<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No.3</strong><br />
July 24-25<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown</strong><br />
July 25-27<br />
Arts Hub Events<br />
420 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Saturday Boulder Farmers Market</strong><br />
July 26<br />
8:00am<br />
Central Park<br />
13th St &amp; Canyon Blvd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Concerts in the Park – The Burroughs</strong><br />
July 26<br />
5:00pm<br />
Coal Creek Park<br />
575 Kattell St, Erie</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Jesus “Aguaje” Ramos &amp; The Buena Vista Orchestra</strong><br />
July 26<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Review 3 (Moana)</strong><br />
July 26<br />
Arts Hub Events<br />
420 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Doctor Faustus</strong><br />
July 27<br />
Roe Green Theatre (CU Boulder)<br />
261 University Ave, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Yang Plays Rodrigo’s Concierto de Aranjuez</strong><br />
July 27<br />
6:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Musical Theatre Skills Camp</strong><br />
June 27<br />
Arts Hub Events<br />
420 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Reviews 2 (Little Shops of Horrors)</strong><br />
June 28<br />
Arts Hub Events<br />
420 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Puppy Camp</strong><br />
July 28–31<br />
9 AM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Swifties</strong><br />
July 28–31<br />
1 PM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Rhiannon Giddens &amp; The Old-Time Revue</strong><br />
July 28<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Yoga For All</strong><br />
July 30<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>The Mammoths</strong><br />
July 30<br />
5:00pm<br />
Bands on the Bricks<br />
1300 Block of Pearl Street Mall, Boulder</p>
<p><strong><br />
National Geographic Live: Wild Wolves of Yellowstone</strong><br />
July 30<br />
7:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Qigong For Everyone</strong><br />
July 31<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Bethoven 9 + Michael Abels’ Amplify</strong><br />
July 31-August 1<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3>August</h3>
<p><strong>Saturday Boulder Farmers Market</strong><br />
August 2<br />
8:00am<br />
Central Park<br />
13th St &amp; Canyon Blvd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Downtown Boulder Mural Walking Tour</strong><br />
August 2<br />
10:00am<br />
Creature Comforts Café<br />
1647 Pearl St, Boulder</p>
<p><strong>Doctors and Dogs</strong><br />
August 2<br />
Dickens<br />
302 Main Street, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Youth Production (Something Rotten, Jr.)</strong><br />
August 2-3<br />
Arts Hub Events<br />
420 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p><strong>Mahler’s Ninth Symphony</strong><br />
August 3<br />
6:30pm<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Flipbooks</strong><br />
August 4–7<br />
9 AM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Acrylics &amp; Watercolors</strong><br />
August 4–7<br />
1 PM<br />
BMoCA<br />
1750 13th Street, Boulder</p>
<p><strong>Femme Musician’s Meetup (and jam)</strong><br />
August 5<br />
7:30pm<br />
The End Lafayette@Dog House Music<br />
525 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p><strong>Yoga For All</strong><br />
August 6<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Moulin Rouge! The Musical</strong><br />
August 6-17<br />
Temple Hoyne Buell Theater</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Qigong for Everyone</strong><br />
August 7<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Comedy Show</strong><br />
August 8<br />
Dickens<br />
302 Main Street, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Evening Production (Mean Girls, Jr.)</strong><br />
August 8-10<br />
Arts Hub Events<br />
420 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Saturday Boulder Farmers Market</strong><br />
Augusts 9<br />
8:00am<br />
Central Park<br />
13th St &amp; Canyon Blvd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Longmont Summer Arts &amp; Music Series – August Edition</strong><br />
August 9<br />
4:30pm<br />
667 4th Ave, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Art in the Garden</strong><br />
August 10<br />
10:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Yoga For All</strong><br />
August 13<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Songwriters Meetup</strong><br />
August 13<br />
7:30pm<br />
The End Lafayette@Dog House Music<br />
525 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Qigong For Everyone</strong><br />
August 14<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Expression Singer Showcase</strong><br />
August 15<br />
Passenger<br />
300 Main Street, Longmont</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Breckenridge International Festival of Arts (BIFA)</strong><br />
August 15-24</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Breck Create</strong><br />
Breckenridge</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Saturday Boulder Farmers Market</strong><br />
Augusts 16<br />
8:00am<br />
Central Park<br />
13th St &amp; Canyon Blvd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Yoga For All</strong><br />
August 20<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Qigong For Everyone</strong><br />
August 21<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Saturday Boulder Farmers Market</strong><br />
Augusts 23<br />
8:00am<br />
Central Park<br />
13th St &amp; Canyon Blvd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Concert in the Park – Face Vocal Band</strong><br />
August 23<br />
4:00pm<br />
Coal Creek Park<br />
575 Kattell St, Erie</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Band Speed Dating</strong><br />
August 25<br />
7:30pm<br />
The End Lafayette@Dog House Music<br />
525 Courtney Way, Lafayette</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Yoga For All</strong><br />
August 27<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Qigong For Everyone</strong><br />
August 28<br />
8:00am<br />
Chautauqua Community House<br />
900 Baseline Rd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Saturday Boulder Farmers Market</strong><br />
Augusts 30<br />
8:00am<br />
Central Park<br />
13th St &amp; Canyon Blvd, Boulder</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
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		<title>Colorado Asks PUC to Reject Xcel&#8217;s Just Transition Plan </title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Robert Davis]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 21:17:22 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Plan seeks to add new natural-gas-fired plants and pave a pathway for nuclear energy. Many Coloradans aren’t sold on the benefits.  Xcel Energy’s plan to transition away from coal-fired power plants to more renewable energy met resistance from residents and elected officials who say it does not go far enough to help Colorado meet its greenhouse gas reduction goals and could harm communities already reeling from the impacts of pollution.  The plan, formally known as Xcel’s Just Transition Solicitation, has been under development since 2022. It includes plans to retire three coal-fired power plants in Pueblo, Hayden, and Craig. The</p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Plan seeks to add new natural-gas-fired plants and pave a pathway for nuclear energy. Many Coloradans aren’t sold on the benefits. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Xcel Energy’s plan to transition away from coal-fired power plants to more renewable energy met resistance from residents and elected officials who say it does not go far enough to help Colorado meet its greenhouse gas reduction goals and could harm communities already reeling from the <a href="https://yellowscene.com/2025/04/23/colorados-oil-and-gas-landscape-may-seem-complicated-but-the-reality-isnt/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">impacts of pollution</a>. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The plan, formally known as Xcel’s <a href="https://puc.colorado.gov/press-release/xcel-energys-just-transition-plan-proceeding-24a-0442e" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Just Transition Solicitation</a>, has been under development since 2022. It includes plans to retire three coal-fired power plants in Pueblo, Hayden, and Craig. The plant in Pueblo will retire no later than 2031, while the plants in Hayden and Craig will retire in 2028. Xcel said the retirements will help the company reach its goal of reducing emissions by 80% by 2030. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">During a public hearing about the plan on April 28, approximately 60 Coloradans spoke against the plan. Some argued that it would make it more difficult for municipalities to meet their own greenhouse gas reduction goals by replacing the coal-fired plants with gas-fired power plants. Others worried about Xcel’s plans to include other energy sources like carbon capture, nuclear, or hydrogen mixed with natural gas, and their potential financial impacts.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The state Public Utilities Commission is expected to make a final decision about the plan in August 2025. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Emily Baer, a member of the town council in Erie, told PUC that Xcel’s plan could hinder the state’s goals of achieving 100% clean electricity generation by 2040. She said it could also hinder Erie’s efforts to meet its </span><a href="https://www.erieco.gov/DocumentCenter/View/15367/Energy-Action-Plan-20-Executive-Summary?bidId="><span style="font-weight: 400;">aggressive energy plan</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, which calls for at least 25% of commercial power to come from renewable sources and have </span><a href="https://erie.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=F&amp;ID=10508592&amp;GUID=67DB38F8-8E57-4DAC-9105-7CE1C2FEBC38"><span style="font-weight: 400;">electric cars make up at least 30% of vehicles registered</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> in town. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Baer said Xcel should focus on creating new wind and solar plants, rather than building new gas-fired plants. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“In addition to the negative health impacts, gas plants are expensive to build. Wind and solar plants are not,” she said. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Colorado’s aggressive climate action goals and its push to become a leading state in electric vehicle adoption are two factors influencing Xcel’s Just Transition plan. The state wants to be 100% net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 and has passed new laws that increase building performance standards and energy efficiency requirements. Overall, the utility provider estimates the state will need about 14 gigawatts of new generation and storage capacity to meet these goals. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">However, meeting these goals has been a source of significant political headaches. For instance, building owners in Denver have pushed back against the city’s stringent building performance goals, also known as Energize Denver, which set energy-saving targets for buildings that are 25,000 sq. ft. and larger. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In early April, Denver’s Office of Climate Action, Sustainability and Resiliency adopted new rules to add some flexibility to those goals, like extending the deadline for compliance from 2028 to 2032 and adding ways for owners of financially distressed buildings to delay compliance. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Gov. Jared Polis has also faced political roadblocks in his attempts to accelerate Colorado’s transition away from energy sources like fossil fuels and coal. Polis’ office developed draft legislation that would have required state utility providers like Xcel, Black Hills Energy, and Holy Cross to eliminate climate-warming emissions before the 2040 deadline. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">However, </span><a href="https://www.cpr.org/2025/04/23/colorado-gov-polis-clean-energy-plan/"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">CPR</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> reported </span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">the legislation wasn’t introduced during the 2025 legislative session because it faced significant pushback from business groups, utilities, and labor unions. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“I’m hopeful we can find a pathway forward,” Andy Miller, climate and clean energy policy director for the Natural Resources Defense Council, told </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">CPR News</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">. “Especially facing federal headwinds against renewables and emissions reductions, it’s important for Colorado to continue being a leader in this space.”</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Some elected officials who support Colorado’s clean energy transition were also concerned about the plan’s financial impact on their communities. Chris Nichols, the mayor of Craig, said his community and nearby Moffat could face a 15% decline in tax collections once Xcel’s power plant closes. Overall, Nichols estimated that Craig and Moffat could lose roughly $28 million in tax collections from the power plant’s closure. He asked PUC to ensure Xcel’s Just Transition plan includes a community assistance agreement to recoup that income over the next 10 years. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Routt County is pursuing a similar agreement with Xcel to recoup $89 million over a 10-year period from the closure of the Hayden Plant. Xcel previously offered to pay $16 million,</span><a href="https://www.yampavalleybugle.com/post/routt-county-seeking-89-million-from-xcel-energy-in-potential-hayden-station-settlement"><span style="font-weight: 400;"> the </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Yampa Valley Bugle</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> reported.</span></a></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Nina Waters, a Summit County Commissioner, also expressed concerns about the financial impacts of Xcel’s transition plan. She argued that investing in new gas-fired power plants would undermine her county’s climate goals and threaten its snowpack, which she said is a primary driver of the county’s economy. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Snow is arriving later and melting earlier,” Waters said. “Wildfire seasons are lasting longer. These changes threaten not only our natural resources but the economic security of thousands of families in Summit County and beyond.” </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Local residents from across the Front Range also spoke against the nuclear power provisions in Xcel’s plan. Xcel proposed creating small nuclear power reactors in place of the retired power plants to help generate the additional electricity Colorado needs. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Nuclear power has become a point of contention between utility providers, lawmakers, and local residents in Colorado over the last several years. Some argue that adding nuclear power could diversify the state’s energy portfolio and help reduce costs for homeowners. Others argue that environmental risks from creating nuclear waste storage facilities outweigh the potential financial impacts. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Jeri Fry, co-founder of Colorado Citizens Against Toxic Waste, </span><a href="https://www.wyomingpublicmedia.org/open-spaces/2025-04-25/mistrust-bubbles-up-as-nuclear-waste-storage-talks-come-to-rural-colorado"><span style="font-weight: 400;">told </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Wyoming Public Radio</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> that nuclear energy is a constant threat to her community in Cañon City, where about 5.8 million tons of radioactive waste are buried behind a berm. The waste came from the Cotter uranium mine, which operated from 1958 to 1979. There are hundreds of homes within a two-mile radius of the site as well. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“These things have half lives that are centuries, millennia long,” Fry told </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Wyoming Public Radio</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">. “And so a community that is not given full disclosure and full information about what they&#8217;re signing on to, could just get a horrible commitment.”</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Julian Guevara, an organizer with Mi Familia Vota, expressed concerns about working-class families in cities like Pueblo bearing the brunt of the environmental impacts resulting from nuclear power. He asked PUC to instead consider supporting more reliable and safer renewable energy alternatives like wind and solar. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“The future of Pueblo&#8217;s energy economy should not be built on unproven, high-risk nuclear technology that could saddle working families with sky-high energy costs and long-term radioactive waste concerns,” Guevara said. </span></p>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2025 03:13:13 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>In an old grocery store with a car wash attached in Old Town Erie, Stacy’s Kitchen has quickly become a beloved destination for hearty sandwiches, fresh-baked pies, sweet treats, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. For owner Stacy Gustafson, this isn’t just a business; it’s the culmination of a lifelong passion, a deep connection to food, and a desire to bring quality food to her hometown. Stacy’s journey into the world of food started long before the doors of her sandwich shop ever opened. It traces back to her childhood in Virginia, where she spent summers with her grandmother on a</p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft  wp-image-80925" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stacys-kitchen-interview-headshot_YS_off-menu_YellowScene_2025-04-768x1024.jpg" alt="" width="330" height="440" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stacys-kitchen-interview-headshot_YS_off-menu_YellowScene_2025-04-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stacys-kitchen-interview-headshot_YS_off-menu_YellowScene_2025-04-225x300.jpg 225w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stacys-kitchen-interview-headshot_YS_off-menu_YellowScene_2025-04-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stacys-kitchen-interview-headshot_YS_off-menu_YellowScene_2025-04.jpg 1512w" sizes="(max-width: 330px) 100vw, 330px" />In an old grocery store with a car wash attached in Old Town Erie, <a href="https://www.stacyskitchen.page/">Stacy’s Kitchen</a> has quickly become a beloved destination for hearty sandwiches, fresh-baked pies, sweet treats, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. For owner Stacy Gustafson, this isn’t just a business; it’s the culmination of a lifelong passion, a deep connection to food, and a desire to bring quality food to her hometown.</p>
<p><strong>Stacy’s journey into the world of food started long before the doors of her sandwich shop ever opened. It traces back to her childhood in Virginia, where she spent summers with her grandmother on a 16-acre patch of land.</strong> &#8220;I remember baking pies with her when I was just nine years old,&#8221; Stacy recalled, her voice lilting with nostalgia. &#8220;There wasn’t anything else to do. She taught me how to make the best, simplest pie crust. That was my first real connection to food.&#8221;</p>
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<p>Fast forward to the early 2010s, when Stacy began to entertain the idea of opening a diner. &#8220;I was raising my girls and doing childcare at the time, but I knew I could do this,&#8221; she said. She put together a business plan, but a divorce and several life changes made her question whether she could manage it all. But a supportive friend, Ronda Grassi, kept encouraging her. &#8220;Ronda wouldn’t let me quit. She kept saying, &#8216;You can do this,'&#8221;<strong> Stacy remembered with a smile. In 2022, an unexpected opportunity emerged when the previous owner of a local shop decided to close. Stacy signed a lease in December 2022, and by March 3, 2023 — on her birthday — Stacy’s Kitchen opened its doors.</strong></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft  wp-image-80922" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stacys-kitchen-pie_YS_off-menu_YellowScene_2025-04-1024x768.jpg" alt="" width="497" height="373" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stacys-kitchen-pie_YS_off-menu_YellowScene_2025-04-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stacys-kitchen-pie_YS_off-menu_YellowScene_2025-04-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stacys-kitchen-pie_YS_off-menu_YellowScene_2025-04-768x576.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stacys-kitchen-pie_YS_off-menu_YellowScene_2025-04-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stacys-kitchen-pie_YS_off-menu_YellowScene_2025-04.jpg 2016w" sizes="(max-width: 497px) 100vw, 497px" /></p>
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<p>&#8220;Why Erie?&#8221; is a question Stacy gets asked often. She answered simply: &#8220;I live here, and I love Old Town. It reminds me of the small town where I grew up in New Jersey.&#8221; The decision to open Stacy’s Kitchen in Erie was about more than just location — it was about creating a sense of community. &#8220;I wanted my business to be in the same town where I raise my girls. I wanted to serve food I believe in, and be a part of the fabric of this town.&#8221;</p>
<p>Stacy’s Kitchen has quickly become a favorite stop for both locals and visitors. &#8220;I think we stand out because we offer simple, affordable food,&#8221; Stacy said. &#8220;There are a lot of fancy, sit-down places in Erie, but we’re here to provide something different — good food at a good price.&#8221; Whether it’s a fresh, hand-cut sandwich or a slice of homemade pie, Stacy’s Kitchen prides itself on quality and simplicity.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft  wp-image-80923" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stacys-kitchen-sandwhich-2_YS_off-menu_YellowScene_2025-04-1024x768.jpg" alt="" width="648" height="486" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stacys-kitchen-sandwhich-2_YS_off-menu_YellowScene_2025-04-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stacys-kitchen-sandwhich-2_YS_off-menu_YellowScene_2025-04-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stacys-kitchen-sandwhich-2_YS_off-menu_YellowScene_2025-04-768x576.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stacys-kitchen-sandwhich-2_YS_off-menu_YellowScene_2025-04-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stacys-kitchen-sandwhich-2_YS_off-menu_YellowScene_2025-04.jpg 2016w" sizes="(max-width: 648px) 100vw, 648px" /></p>
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<p><strong>For Stacy, crafting a great sandwich is all about fresh ingredients and a commitment to quality. &#8220;You can’t have a great sandwich without good bread, freshly sliced meats, and fresh vegetables,&#8221; she explained. &#8220;We buy veggies fresh every day — nothing stale, nothing pre-packaged.&#8221;</strong> Stacy’s sandwiches have earned a loyal following, with favorites like the toasted Italian, Reuben, and egg salad sandwich regularly flying off the counter.</p>
<p>When she steps into the kitchen each morning, Stacy is filled with excitement. &#8220;I work in the quiet and the dark, say good morning to my shop, and then I get started.&#8221; There’s no rush, no pressure — just the joy of doing what she loves every day. <strong>Her approach to food is simple: &#8220;Just make it good. That’s my philosophy. If I wouldn’t eat it myself, I won’t serve it.&#8221;</strong></p>
<p>While Stacy’s Kitchen has enjoyed much success, it hasn’t been without challenges. One of the hardest lessons, she admits, is learning to never over-order ingredients. &#8220;That’s a real challenge in this business,&#8221; she said. Despite the ups and downs, Stacy has never doubted her decision to open Stacy’s Kitchen. &#8220;I’ve never had a moment where I thought this wasn’t going to work. This is what I’ve always wanted to do,&#8221; she said with conviction. &#8220;I love what I do, and I love the people I work with.&#8221;</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft  wp-image-80926" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stacys-kitchen-cake_YS_off-menu_YellowScene_2025-04-768x1024.jpg" alt="" width="323" height="431" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stacys-kitchen-cake_YS_off-menu_YellowScene_2025-04-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stacys-kitchen-cake_YS_off-menu_YellowScene_2025-04-225x300.jpg 225w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stacys-kitchen-cake_YS_off-menu_YellowScene_2025-04-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stacys-kitchen-cake_YS_off-menu_YellowScene_2025-04.jpg 1512w" sizes="(max-width: 323px) 100vw, 323px" />What truly sets Stacy’s Kitchen apart is the emotional connection Stacy shares with her customers. <strong>&#8220;It’s not just about the food — it’s about the relationships,&#8221; she explained. &#8220;One of my regulars, I call him the &#8216;Apple Pie Man,&#8217; has been coming in since we opened. He is in his late 70s battling cancer and asked her to promise something: &#8220;He said, &#8216;If you don’t see me for a while, look at the sky, wave, and I’ll wave back.&#8217; It was such a special moment,&#8221; Stacy reflected, tears welling in her eyes. &#8220;He’s still doing well, and we’re still happy to see him every week.&#8221;</strong></p>
<p>Looking ahead, Stacy has big plans for Stacy’s Kitchen. &#8220;I’d love to acquire the entire space and open up more seating with garage doors,&#8221; she said. &#8220;I’d love to offer dinner a few times a week and expand the menu, but for now, I’m limited by the space I have.&#8221;</p>
<p><em><strong>For Stacy, running a bakery and sandwich shop isn’t just a job — it’s a life’s work. It’s about food, yes, but it’s also about connection, community, and creating a place where people can feel at home. Stacy’s Kitchen offers more than a meal — It offers a taste of something much deeper: the warmth of a place that feels like home.</strong></em></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Colorado’s been stuck in the same cycle — sprawl, skyrocketing housing costs, and half-measures that don’t stick. Now, space is running out, and the state is running out of time to fix it.</p>
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<p>Twenty-five years ago, Erie was just another small town on the Front Range, the kind of place you only thought about if you lived there. Scattered farmhouses sat under an endless sky, and families were happy to call the place their home. Then, developers saw money signs and started building houses, strip malls. The traffic followed.  Enough traffic to make any of these poor farmers lose it.</p>
<p>Now, Erie is one of the fastest-growing towns in Colorado, growing more than 9% in the last year. Over the last 20 years, it became a haven for families priced out of Boulder and Denver. These families are chasing the American dream of a backyard, good schools, and a reasonable commute. For that, you have to live close to where you work. Developers saw opportunity, and they took it. They built mile after mile of single-family homes stretching toward the horizon, the old farm roads now feeding into packed intersections and six-lane highways.</p>
<p>Mayor Andrew Moore believes it will stay this way. He’s made it clear that Erie isn’t meant to be a city. He calls it a bedroom community — a place for people to live, not work. <strong>In reality, a town can’t survive on single-family homes alone. Walk into any restaurant, coffee shop,  or grocery store in Erie, and you’ll hear the same story. Rent is too high, businesses can’t find workers, and there’s nowhere affordable for them to live.</strong> Teachers and first responders commute from towns an hour away or further. Meanwhile, the roads are packed, the gas stations are full, and the people who can actually afford to live here spend most of their time somewhere else.</p>
<p>Erie is a symptom of a growing problem that can be seen in other neighboring cities as well. As sprawl takes over Colorado, there are solutions that can be implemented, but who is willing to take action?</p>
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<h2>How sprawl took over</h2>
<p>Colorado has always had an abundant amount of space, and for a long time, that was enough to curtail the problem. If you need more houses, you can build a new neighborhood in the middle of nowhere. If you need a bigger grocery store, just knock down some trees and call the construction company. The state’s postwar boom followed the same blueprint as the rest of the country. Local governments prioritized cars and land ownership, writing zoning laws that kept housing and businesses separate.</p>
<p><strong>In all honesty, it worked for a time. Land was cheap while there was land. After all, it was abundant. Cars were everywhere, and public transit was an afterthought. Neighborhoods started popping up all over the place, and they stretched out instead of up.</strong></p>
<p>Between 2000 and 2020, nearly 1.5 million people moved to Colorado. Demand for housing shot up, but the local government never adapted. Cities and towns clung to their zoning laws and prioritized single-family development, even as home prices skyrocketed and commutes got longer. Finally, some people proposed higher-density housing as a solution, and the backlash was immediate.</p>
<p>Neighborhood groups fought tooth and nail against new apartments, worried about traffic, property values, and “preserving community character.” In places like Erie, leaders doubled down on low-density sprawl, rejecting the very developments that could have made housing more affordable in the name of keeping towns the same.</p>
<p><strong>The same cycle kept repeating — the endless cycle of more houses, more highways, and more traffic. You can really only call it growth but without a plan.</strong></p>
<h2><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-large wp-image-80915" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/bridge-for-train-for-public-transit-in-the-Denver-Metro-area_Shutterstock_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-1024x356.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="236" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/bridge-for-train-for-public-transit-in-the-Denver-Metro-area_Shutterstock_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-1024x356.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/bridge-for-train-for-public-transit-in-the-Denver-Metro-area_Shutterstock_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-300x104.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/bridge-for-train-for-public-transit-in-the-Denver-Metro-area_Shutterstock_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-768x267.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/bridge-for-train-for-public-transit-in-the-Denver-Metro-area_Shutterstock_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-1536x534.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/bridge-for-train-for-public-transit-in-the-Denver-Metro-area_Shutterstock_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-2048x712.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></h2>
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<h2>Why it was never built to last</h2>
<p>For a while, sprawl looked like the easiest answer to Colorado’s housing boom. Land was cheap, highways were expanding, and developers had no reason to think twice before stretching neighborhoods further and further from city centers. It was the 1990s, and the priority was simple: Build more neighborhoods.</p>
<p>But no one stopped to ask: Who’s paying for all of this long term?</p>
<p><strong>At first, it seemed like the new developments were paying for themselves. New houses meant new property taxes, new roads, new utilities. But single-family subdivisions don’t generate enough economic activity to sustain the services they require. It’s different from a dense, mixed-use neighborhood, where people are able to live near businesses, and money circulates within the community.</strong> A sprawling suburb is mostly houses, and houses alone don’t generate the kind of tax revenue that a fully functioning town needs.</p>
<p>The problem first manifested in public transit. The more spread out a city is, the harder it is to build a system that people actually use. In dense urban areas, buses and trains are a practical alternative to driving. But in places like Erie where houses stretch for miles with no central hub, transit isn’t just inconvenient — it’s financially impossible to sustain.</p>
<p>RTD tried to keep up, expanding routes across Northern Colorado, but everybody was already driving cars. Even Denver’s light rail system, which was meant to ease congestion, barely reaches the suburbs that need it most. And because transit never fully developed, most people don’t have another option.</p>
<p><strong>With few other alternatives, there was no option but to expand highways to accommodate more people, a lane here, an extra interstate there. Traffic got a little better, but building more highways never works. Because of something called &#8220;induced demand,&#8221;</strong> only being able to drive makes it so you have to drive. When driving is the only realistic way to get around, people drive more. When a city makes more room for cars, more cars show up. Within a few years, the new lanes become just as clogged as before.</p>
<p>The cycle keeps repeating. We are stuck in a cycle of more houses, more roads, and more traffic.</p>
<p>Now, local governments are stuck, and the options are becoming more and more limited. Infrastructure costs are skyrocketing, but tax revenue isn’t keeping up. Schools are underfunded, police and fire departments are stretched thin, and transit still isn’t a realistic alternative for most people. Cities could raise taxes, but no one wants to do that unless it means lowering them for the poor.</p>
<p>Sprawl doesn’t pay for itself, and Colorado is running out of ways to avoid the bill.</p>
<h4><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-80916" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Boulder-Colorado-Street-view-of-Spruce-Street-Mansion_Shutterstock_YellowScene_2025-04-768x1024.jpg" alt="" width="289" height="385" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Boulder-Colorado-Street-view-of-Spruce-Street-Mansion_Shutterstock_YellowScene_2025-04-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Boulder-Colorado-Street-view-of-Spruce-Street-Mansion_Shutterstock_YellowScene_2025-04-225x300.jpg 225w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Boulder-Colorado-Street-view-of-Spruce-Street-Mansion_Shutterstock_YellowScene_2025-04-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Boulder-Colorado-Street-view-of-Spruce-Street-Mansion_Shutterstock_YellowScene_2025-04.jpg 1210w" sizes="(max-width: 289px) 100vw, 289px" /></h4>
<h3><b>Boulder’s misguided plan to stop sprawl</b></h3>
<p>By the 1960s, Boulder saw what was happening in Denver — farmland vanishing, traffic piling up, neighborhoods swallowed by a never-ending sprawl of subdivisions and strip malls. Cities were growing without thinking about what that growth would look like in 50 years. Boulder decided to get ahead of the problem.</p>
<p>The plan was simple: Buy up the land before developers could. In 1967, voters passed a tax to fund open space preservation, securing thousands of acres that would never be developed. A few years later, they locked in urban growth boundaries — an invisible wall around the city to keep it from expanding indefinitely. Boulder wouldn’t stretch outward like Aurora or Westminster. Growth would happen in a controlled, deliberate way.</p>
<p>And at first, it worked. Boulder stayed green. It avoided the suburban bloat taking over the rest of the Front Range. People wanted to live here because of the open space, the mountain views, the thoughtful planning.</p>
<p>But there was a flaw in the plan. They didn’t build enough housing.</p>
<p>For decades, Boulder added jobs without adding homes. The people who worked here, people like teachers, baristas, and nurses, couldn’t afford to live here. Because Boulder wouldn’t build up, people had no choice but to move out.Boulder had protected itself from sprawl, but in doing so, it had pushed the problem onto everyone else.</p>
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<h3><b>Boulder’s skyline and affordable housing</b></h3>
<p>It started in 1959 with the Blue Line, an elevation boundary above which the city would not supply water for domestic, commercial, or industrial uses, to protect the city’s scenic skyline. Boulder continued its efforts to preserve the mountain views by passing a law in 1971 making it illegal to build anything taller than 55 feet. In the early 2000s, that rule became an even bigger sticking point as the city faced pressure to build more housing, reinforcing growth restrictions with new policies meant to control development while protecting open space. <strong>The logic was the same as it had always been — slow, deliberate expansion instead of unchecked growth. Developers proposed mid-rise apartment buildings to help alleviate the housing crunch, but the city shot them down. They didn’t want to change the skyline.</strong></p>
<p>At the same time, Boulder reinforced its growth limits by tightening the rules around urban infill. The city had long prioritized commercial growth over residential, adding new office space while making it harder to build apartments and condos. The result was a booming job market with nowhere for workers to live. By 2010, Boulder had three times as many jobs as housing units. It was an equation that made sense on paper — businesses wanted to be in Boulder, and Boulder wanted their tax dollars — but it ignored the reality that workers were commuting from farther and farther away.</p>
<p>In 2010, Boulder introduced inclusionary housing requirements, forcing developers to set aside a percentage of new units as affordable housing or pay into a city-run housing fund. The goal was to create mixed-income communities, but developers mostly took the buyout option, funneling money into a system that couldn’t keep up with demand.</p>
<p><strong>Meanwhile, other cities along the Front Range had started looking at Boulder’s policies as a warning, not a blueprint. Places like Denver and Fort Collins relaxed their zoning laws to allow for the increase in population while Boulder did the opposite. In 2015, the Boulder city council put even stricter limits on co-op housing and accessory dwelling units, making it nearly impossible for homeowners to build a rental unit on their property. Boulder wasn’t banning new housing outright. It was just making sure most of it never got built.</strong></p>
<p>The city of Boulder was spending millions on open space preservation while pushing workers into neighboring towns. In 2019, Boulder County released a report showing that more than 60% of the county’s workforce commuted from outside the city. The traffic problems worsened, air quality suffered, and businesses struggled to hire employees who could actually afford to live nearby.</p>
<p><strong>Although no one can argue that Boulder, in part, succeeded in protecting its gorgeous open spaces, these policies made the affordable housing situation worse.</strong> Boulder stands at a crossroads. They can side with the state pushing for zoning reform or with the housing advocates. Now, with the state pushing for zoning reform and housing advocates demanding change, Boulder faces a choice — keep protecting the past or start making room for the future.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-47422" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/longmont-street_changing-neighborhoods_yellowscene_2019_08.jpg" alt="" width="748" height="561" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/longmont-street_changing-neighborhoods_yellowscene_2019_08.jpg 748w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/longmont-street_changing-neighborhoods_yellowscene_2019_08-300x225.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 748px) 100vw, 748px" /></p>
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<h3><b>The domino effect on nearby towns</b></h3>
<p>If Boulder had made it impossible to build new housing, where did all the people go?</p>
<p>Longmont. Lafayette. Erie. Towns that weren’t prepared for Boulder’s overflow but absorbed it anyway.</p>
<p>Longmont&#8217;s population basically doubled. Lafayette’s remaining open space filled in fast.</p>
<p>The twisted punchline of this cruel joke is that no one learned. They didn’t learn from Boulder’s mistake. Lafayette had a working-class history, a mix of small businesses and neighborhoods that didn’t try too hard to be anything else. Erie barely existed as a destination. But once Boulder’s housing market squeezed out anyone who wasn’t making six figures, these towns became the next best option.</p>
<p>There was an opportunity to learn from the mistakes of places like Boulder and add some intentionality to urban planning. These towns could have built multiple family dwelling units, invested in transit, and created neighborhoods where people could actually live and work in the same place.</p>
<p>Now, they’re dealing with the same problems Boulder is experiencing. They have way too many people, too much traffic, and nowhere near enough housing. They’re just 20 years behind on realizing it.</p>
<p>Colorado isn’t the same place it was in the ‘90s. But a lot of its cities are still acting like it is.</p>
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<h3><b>The consequences of stubborn growth</b></h3>
<p>It’s easy to see the cracks when you’re sitting in traffic, inching your way down U.S. Highway 287, wondering why this road still looks like it was built for a town half this size. Cities across Boulder County refused to adapt and stuck fast to zoning laws that were no longer serving our best interest and propping up landowners so their properties didn&#8217;t devalue. Now, they’re paying for it.</p>
<p>Housing shortages aren’t just about rising prices. They help determine who gets to live here and who doesn’t. They help determine if a teacher can afford to live five minutes from their school or if they have to drive an hour each way. They help determine if a coffee shop owner can keep their doors open or if they’ll have to cut hours because they can’t find baristas. In Boulder County, approximately 58% of renters are &#8220;cost-burdened,&#8221; spending more than 30% of their income on housing, which doesn&#8217;t necessarily put you in a position to enrich the local economy.</p>
<h4><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-large wp-image-77911" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/boulder-bus-transit-with-biker-infront-of-bus_YS_hood-guide-towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1024x699.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="464" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/boulder-bus-transit-with-biker-infront-of-bus_YS_hood-guide-towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1024x699.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/boulder-bus-transit-with-biker-infront-of-bus_YS_hood-guide-towns_YellowScene_2025-01-300x205.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/boulder-bus-transit-with-biker-infront-of-bus_YS_hood-guide-towns_YellowScene_2025-01-768x524.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/boulder-bus-transit-with-biker-infront-of-bus_YS_hood-guide-towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1536x1048.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/boulder-bus-transit-with-biker-infront-of-bus_YS_hood-guide-towns_YellowScene_2025-01.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></h4>
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<h3><b>The transit problem we refuse to solve</b></h3>
<p>A region built on sprawl runs on cars. There’s no other alternative. That’s how these towns were designed, and that’s what’s making things worse.</p>
<p>Public transit in Boulder County isn’t built for the kind of commuting people actually do. If you live in Erie and work in Boulder, you’re probably driving. If you live in Lafayette and need to get to Longmont, that’s another drive. Even if we prioritized public transport, it&#8217;s impossible to keep up with the rates at which urban sprawl expands our cities and towns. Neighborhoods are coming together faster than we can connect them to an existing system or build a system that can accommodate all the neighborhoods that already exist for that matter.</p>
<p>Denver has its light rail system, but it doesn’t reach most of the people who need it. The Front Range passenger rail has been talked about for years, but it’s still just talk. Until there’s a serious commitment to connecting these towns in a way that makes public transit an actual alternative to driving, we’re just going to keep pouring money into widening highways that will be just as clogged in five years.</p>
<p>That’s the real issue at hand. No one wants to admit that this isn’t working.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-large wp-image-62713" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/avel-chuklanov-unsplash_home-rebuilding_Yellow-Scene-1024x682.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="453" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/avel-chuklanov-unsplash_home-rebuilding_Yellow-Scene-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/avel-chuklanov-unsplash_home-rebuilding_Yellow-Scene-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/avel-chuklanov-unsplash_home-rebuilding_Yellow-Scene-768x512.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/avel-chuklanov-unsplash_home-rebuilding_Yellow-Scene-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/avel-chuklanov-unsplash_home-rebuilding_Yellow-Scene-2048x1364.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></p>
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<h3><b>The economic fallout of housing shortages</b></h3>
<p>It’s easy to frame the housing crisis as just a problem for people struggling to find a place to live. But it’s bigger than that. It’s a problem for the entire local economy.</p>
<p>Take a drive through Boulder County, and you’ll see the signs. “Now Hiring” signs in restaurant windows, at grocery stores, on billboards along the highway. Businesses aren’t just looking for workers; they’re desperate for them. Too many studies have proven that it’s not because people don’t want to work, it’s because people can’t afford to live here.</p>
<p>When housing costs skyrocket, service workers are the first ones forced out. A barista at a coffee shop in Boulder making $17 an hour isn’t going to be able to rent a place anywhere near their job. A teacher starting out at $45,000 a year can’t even think about buying a home in the county. First responders, the people keeping these towns safe, are often commuting an hour or more just to make it to their shift.</p>
<p>Danielle, a preschool teacher, laments, “I’d love to live near [my job] too, but there’s no way I can afford a house here.” Danielle’s story isn’t uncommon. The majority of people have been priced out of Boulder. It’s not sustainable. When workers have to leave town just to find housing, businesses suffer. Restaurants cut hours because they don’t have enough staff. Schools struggle to retain teachers. Local economies that once thrived start to stagnate because the people who make a community work can’t afford to be part of it.</p>
<p>Boulder County isn’t the only place dealing with this. It’s happening up and down the Front Range. But the places that refuse to build enough housing are the ones feeling it the worst.</p>
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<h3><b>Why NIMBYism is holding cities back</b></h3>
<p>The solutions to the housing crisis aren’t a mystery. Build more housing. Build denser housing. Make sure that new developments include affordable units. Invest in public transit, so people don’t have to rely on cars just to get to work.</p>
<p>But every time these ideas come up, they hit the same wall — NIMBYism.</p>
<p>NIMBY stands for “Not In My Backyard,” and it’s the reason so many cities in Colorado keep making the same mistakes. Neighborhood groups show up to city council meetings in full force, fighting against new apartment buildings, affordable housing projects, even mixed-use developments. The concerns are always the same: traffic, crime, property values. “I didn’t move out here just to feel like I’m back in the city,” says Allison, a longtime resident of Erie, echoing a sentiment that is heard all over the state.</p>
<p>But the reality is simple: Without density, without apartments, without walkable neighborhoods, cities are going to strangle themselves.</p>
<p>Look at Erie. Look at Longmont. These towns are desperate for more housing, yet every time a new development is proposed, the same arguments come up. Either the project gets shut down, or it gets watered down to the point where it’s just another batch of single-family homes that only the upper-middle class can afford.</p>
<p>The same thing happens every time only the middle class are allowed access to housing in towns: more traffic plagues our long commutes, more businesses are struggling to stay open because of understaffing, and more people leave town because they don’t have another option.</p>
<p>Every time the idea of density comes up, the conversation gets hijacked by people who already own homes — people who got in at the right time and now don’t want anything to change.</p>
<p>But change is coming, whether they like it or not.</p>
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<h3><b>What sprawl really means</b></h3>
<p>It’s easy to think of housing as a personal issue — something that affects individual renters and buyers, something that boils down to whether someone can afford to live in a certain neighborhood. Sprawl doesn’t just make housing more expensive; it makes everything more expensive.</p>
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<p>Public services like police departments, fire stations, and school districts have to stretch their resources further when a town sprawls outward instead of building up. With more roads to patrol, more schools to build, and more infrastructure to maintain, the burden on local government is just too high. When tax revenue isn’t keeping up because these sprawling neighborhoods don’t generate enough economic activity to pay for themselves, cities have to make a tough choice. They can either raise taxes or cut services.</p>
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<h3><b>Sprawl’s impact on climate and the environment</b></h3>
<p>Sprawl is one of the biggest contributors to Colorado’s worsening air quality. More cars mean more emissions. Longer commutes mean more fuel burned. The Front Range has already been struggling with ozone pollution, and transportation is one of the leading causes.</p>
<p>And it’s not just about cars. The way we build matters too.</p>
<p>Low-density, single-family housing is the least efficient form of development. It takes up more land, requires more materials, and uses more energy than denser housing. Meanwhile, walkable, mixed-use neighborhoods reduce emissions, save energy, and make communities more resilient.</p>
<p>Boulder County prides itself on environmental sustainability, but when people who work in Boulder have to drive an hour each way just to afford rent, those sustainability efforts start to look like empty gestures.</p>
<p>Cities don’t just need to build more housing — they need to build smarter housing.</p>
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<h2><b>Who’s doing it right? Comparative studies and solutions</b></h2>
<p>It’s easy to point out what isn’t working in Colorado’s housing policies. What’s harder — but more important — is figuring out what cities can do differently.</p>
<p>The truth is, we don’t have to reinvent the wheel. Other places have faced the same challenges and found ways to build smarter, more affordable, and more livable communities. Some of those solutions are happening right here in Colorado. Others are playing out in cities across the U.S. and around the world.</p>
<p>If state and local leaders are serious about fixing the housing crisis, they need to start paying attention to the places that have actually gotten it right.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-large wp-image-80903" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Minneapolis-neighborhood-with-bike_YS_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-1024x768.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="510" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Minneapolis-neighborhood-with-bike_YS_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Minneapolis-neighborhood-with-bike_YS_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Minneapolis-neighborhood-with-bike_YS_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-768x576.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Minneapolis-neighborhood-with-bike_YS_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04.jpg 1500w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></p>
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<h3><b>Minneapolis: The end of single-family zoning</b></h3>
<p>For decades, cities across the U.S. operated under a zoning system that effectively outlawed anything other than single-family homes. That meant no duplexes, no townhomes, no small apartment buildings — just suburban sprawl by design.</p>
<p>Minneapolis changed that in 2018. The city became the first in the country to eliminate single-family zoning, opening the door for more housing types in every neighborhood. Duplexes and triplexes were suddenly allowed in areas that had been restricted for generations.</p>
<p>And it worked beautifully. More housing supply, fewer barriers to entry, and a city that’s now leading the way in tackling the affordability crisis.</p>
<p>Since then, other cities have followed Minneapolis’ lead. California ended single-family zoning statewide. Oregon did the same. Colorado lawmakers have talked about it, but so far, efforts to change zoning laws have stalled. NIMBY opposition has been relentless.</p>
<p>But if affordability is the goal, eliminating single-family zoning has to be part of the conversation. The numbers are clear. When more people are allowed to live in an area, housing becomes more accessible.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-large wp-image-80905" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Portland-infill-development_YS_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-1024x525.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="349" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Portland-infill-development_YS_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-1024x525.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Portland-infill-development_YS_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-300x154.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Portland-infill-development_YS_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-768x394.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Portland-infill-development_YS_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></p>
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<h3><b>Portland: The power of infill development</b></h3>
<p>Portland, Oregon has taken a different approach. Instead of sprawling outward, the city has focused on infill development, building housing within existing urban areas rather than pushing into undeveloped land.</p>
<p>Ultimately, this solution not only started to mitigate the sprawl problem but benefited the communities in ways no one saw coming such as preserving natural spaces and keeping sprawl from eating up the forests and farmland surrounding Portland the way it has in other growing cities. Not only that, but infrastructure costs are down. Because new development is happening in areas that already have roads, schools, and public services, the city isn’t spending millions on extending infrastructure into the middle of nowhere.</p>
<p>Infill development is one of the most cost-effective and environmentally responsible ways to build. It prevents the endless outward expansion that fuels long commutes, traffic congestion, and higher carbon emissions.</p>
<p>Colorado cities could follow suit. Denver has already started shifting in this direction, but places like Erie, Longmont, and Lafayette are still prioritizing single-family subdivisions over denser, mixed-use neighborhoods that could make housing more accessible.</p>
<h4><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-80906" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Curitiba-brazil-transit-system-bus_YS_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="709" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Curitiba-brazil-transit-system-bus_YS_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Curitiba-brazil-transit-system-bus_YS_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-300x208.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Curitiba-brazil-transit-system-bus_YS_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-768x532.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></h4>
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<h3><b>Curitiba: A transit-first approach</b></h3>
<p>Where other cities are struggling with lack of public transit, long commutes, and expensive car ownership, the approach Curitiba, Brazil took is worth looking at. It’s a mid-sized city that faced rapid population growth and had to figure out how to expand without turning into a traffic nightmare. The city did something that no one had done before: It established a good system of transit first, then developed the land around it.</p>
<p>Curitiba built a new system of public transport called the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) from the ground up, designed to use buses as efficiently as possible. And to the surprise of no one who was paying attention, it worked: lower transportation costs, less congestion, and a city that’s both affordable and sustainable.</p>
<p>Colorado keeps making the same mistake: building housing first, then scrambling to add transit later. That’s how you get long commutes. If cities planned development around transit from the start, they wouldn’t need to widen highways every five years.</p>
<p>The question isn’t whether we have the solutions. It’s whether we’re willing to use them.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-large wp-image-80907" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/washington-dc-apr-metro-bus-in-washington-dc-april_Shutterstock_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-1024x683.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="454" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/washington-dc-apr-metro-bus-in-washington-dc-april_Shutterstock_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/washington-dc-apr-metro-bus-in-washington-dc-april_Shutterstock_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/washington-dc-apr-metro-bus-in-washington-dc-april_Shutterstock_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-768x512.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/washington-dc-apr-metro-bus-in-washington-dc-april_Shutterstock_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/washington-dc-apr-metro-bus-in-washington-dc-april_Shutterstock_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04.jpg 1800w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></p>
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<h3><b>Washington, D.C.: Build transit first, then build the city</b></h3>
<p>D.C. gets a lot of things wrong, but it got one thing right: If you want people to actually use public transit, you have to build around it, not force it into a city after the fact.</p>
<p>That’s what transit-oriented development is supposed to be: Figure out where the train or bus routes go, then make that the center of a neighborhood, not the other way around. It’s simple, but most cities don’t do it.</p>
<p>Grocery stores, coffee shops, and small businesses are all within walking distance of a transit station. That’s how you keep people from spending half their lives stuck in traffic.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-80904" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Pittsburgh-neighborhood-couple-infront-of-house_YS_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04.jpg" alt="" width="750" height="498" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Pittsburgh-neighborhood-couple-infront-of-house_YS_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04.jpg 750w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Pittsburgh-neighborhood-couple-infront-of-house_YS_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-300x199.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" /></p>
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<h3><b>Pittsburgh: A tax that punishes speculators, not renters</b></h3>
<p>The housing crisis isn’t just about how many homes are getting built. It’s always been about who owns the land and what they’re doing with it.</p>
<p>In Boulder, there’s a ton of empty land sitting untouched, not because there aren’t developers ready to build, but because landowners are sitting on it, waiting for prices to go up. They don’t have to do anything and can almost treat it like a stock, something that just adds value to their net worth. That’s speculation. And it’s making everything more expensive.</p>
<p>Pittsburgh&#8217;s solution to this problem was simple. They created a specific tax to target speculation. This tax targeted property itself, not just the building.That means if you own a vacant lot in a city, you’re paying taxes on its full value whether you build on it or not. Suddenly, holding onto land without developing anything isn’t just easy money, it’s an expensive proposition that might not be worthwhile.</p>
<p>A land value tax wouldn’t solve everything, but it would stop the worst offenders from making money by doing nothing.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-large wp-image-80908" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/multi-story-apartment-construction-in-silicon-valley_Shutterstock_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-1024x683.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="454" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/multi-story-apartment-construction-in-silicon-valley_Shutterstock_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/multi-story-apartment-construction-in-silicon-valley_Shutterstock_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/multi-story-apartment-construction-in-silicon-valley_Shutterstock_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-768x512.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/multi-story-apartment-construction-in-silicon-valley_Shutterstock_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/multi-story-apartment-construction-in-silicon-valley_Shutterstock_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-2048x1365.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></p>
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<h3><b>San Francisco: Forcing developers to build affordable housing</b></h3>
<p>Developers love to promise affordable housing. They’ll slap the words “mixed-income community” on their plans, throw in a couple of lower-rent units, and call it a day. But unless cities force them to actually follow through, those affordable homes never get built.</p>
<p>San Francisco figured this out a long time ago. The city passed inclusionary zoning laws that made one thing clear: If you want to build here, new developments are required to set aside a percentage of their apartments or homes for lower-income residents. No loopholes. No opt-outs.</p>
<p>If a developer doesn’t want to do that, it has to pay into a fund that builds affordable housing elsewhere in the city. Either way, the city gets more housing that regular people can actually afford.</p>
<p>Colorado could have done this years ago. Instead, we’re watching cities approve massive housing developments without requiring anything for lower-income residents. Erie, Longmont, Lafayette. All of these cities just keep adding new neighborhoods full of expensive single-family homes while working-class people get pushed out.</p>
<p>Imagine if Boulder County required every new development to include affordable housing by law. Not just a vague promise, not a deal cut behind closed doors — a real percentage, locked into policy. If a developer wanted to build a 200-unit complex, at least 30 of those units would have to be affordable. If they refused? They’d have to write a fat check to fund public housing somewhere else in the county.</p>
<p>Instead, we’ve let developers dictate the rules, and the result is exactly what you’d expect: big houses, big profits, no room for anyone making under six figures.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-large wp-image-80909" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/hamngatan-overview-of-street-with-buses-trams-people-and-cars-in-downtown-stockholm-sweden_Shutterstock_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-1024x577.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="383" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/hamngatan-overview-of-street-with-buses-trams-people-and-cars-in-downtown-stockholm-sweden_Shutterstock_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/hamngatan-overview-of-street-with-buses-trams-people-and-cars-in-downtown-stockholm-sweden_Shutterstock_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-300x169.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/hamngatan-overview-of-street-with-buses-trams-people-and-cars-in-downtown-stockholm-sweden_Shutterstock_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-768x432.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/hamngatan-overview-of-street-with-buses-trams-people-and-cars-in-downtown-stockholm-sweden_Shutterstock_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04-1536x865.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/hamngatan-overview-of-street-with-buses-trams-people-and-cars-in-downtown-stockholm-sweden_Shutterstock_sustainability_YellowScene_2025-04.jpg 2000w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></p>
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<h3><b>Stockholm: When you make driving expensive, people stop driving</b></h3>
<p>Stockholm took a different approach to “solving traffic”:  Rather than trying to accommodate more cars, they made driving more expensive.</p>
<p>The city introduced congestion pricing, which means if you want to drive into downtown Stockholm during peak hours, you have to pay for it. The result? Fewer cars on the road, better public transit, and a city that actually functions.</p>
<p>People hated the idea — until they saw it work. Congestion tax has also worked in Singapore and London, making traffic go down significantly.</p>
<p>Using this tax to build an actual robust public transportation system would make it a viable option. People wouldn&#8217;t just default to cars anymore.The policies that built Boulder — and the ones that might break it.</p>
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<h3><b>Prospect New Town: A solution in our own backyard</b></h3>
<p>Prospect New Town is a neighborhood within the city of Longmont. In the late 1990s, the people of Prospect bought an old 80-acre tree farm and started building. This time, they had a plan in mind and weren&#8217;t just building whatever was convenient at the moment. Prospect offered pleasant sidewalks and parks instead of wide roads and massive parking lots. The neighborhood was walkable, and the people of Prospect saw it as a community. Shops and offices are scattered throughout the neighborhood — not tacked onto the edges, but baked into the design, making it possible to live, work, and spend time all within the same few blocks.</p>
<p>It was one of the first New Urbanist communities in the state, and it’s still one of the few places in Boulder County that feels like it actually took the ideals of walkability, density, and design seriously. The homes don’t look the same. The blocks don’t stretch into oblivion, and more importantly, the community was built to be a place, not just a product.</p>
<p>At a glance, Prospect might feel like an outlier, but it’s not some utopian dream. It’s proof that this kind of development is not only possible — it works. The people who live there can live the suburban dream: kids bike to school, you can walk to that coffee shop nearby, and you know the neighbors. Prospect shows that it doesn’t require reinventing the wheel. It requires letting go of the car-centric approach that we&#8217;ve become so attached to.</p>
<p>Prospect is working so well because it was planned intentionally following the guidance of organizations like <a href="https://www.strongtowns.org/">Strong Towns</a>. Founded by civil engineer Charles Marohn, Strong Towns sounds like it’s about architecture, but it’s really about combating the spread of urban sprawl. It’s a framework for understanding why our cities are financially broken and how to fix them with small, smart decisions that prioritize long-term stability over short-term solutions.</p>
<p>The Strong Towns philosophy is rooted in the idea that most postwar development — especially in suburbs — simply doesn’t pay for itself. It&#8217;s obvious that 500-house McMansion neighborhoods, with all the added infrastructure and utility costs, are impossibly expensive to build and maintain. Cities have to constantly be building new roads, new schools, new everything to keep up.</p>
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<h3><b>The fight over Colorado’s future</b></h3>
<p>For years, Boulder’s stance on growth was simple: Keep it slow, keep it controlled, and keep it from changing the city too much. It was a strategy built on the idea that if Boulder just set enough boundaries, literally and figuratively, it could hold onto the things that made it special. By 2020, that strategy was doing a lot more than just preserving the city’s character, it was boxing people out.</p>
<p>The people who built their lives in Boulder, the teachers, the baristas, the mechanics, were disappearing. Not because they wanted to leave, but because they couldn’t afford to stay. Even people with solid paychecks were getting pushed to the edges. Nurses, engineers, even some tech workers were starting to find that living in Boulder required either a windfall or a willingness to commute an hour each way.</p>
<p>Boulder tried to address the problem in a way that didn’t fundamentally alter how the city looked or functioned. Officials set a goal: 15% of Boulder’s housing stock would be permanently affordable by 2035. It was an easy headline. The problem was that it didn’t actually change anything about how housing was built or who could build it. The units that were approved weren’t woven into the fabric of existing neighborhoods — they were clustered into specific developments, keeping Boulder’s economic segregation intact.</p>
<p><strong>And while city leaders talked about affordability, they weren’t touching the policies that had made Boulder so exclusive in the first place. Minimum lot sizes stayed large. Parking requirements kept costs high. Zoning codes still made it nearly impossible to build anything but single-family homes in most parts of the city.</strong></p>
<p>Governor Jared Polis, however, went to war against cities that were enforcing NIMBY policies, pushing through legislation that changed zoning laws statewide.</p>
<p>Boulder’s leadership pushed back immediately, arguing that the law was a blatant overreach of power and that it undermined their efforts to preserve the city. Neighborhood groups rallied against the changes, bringing the same concerns they always had — density meant traffic, crime, and declining property values.</p>
<p>Boulder&#8217;s arguments were falling on deaf ears. The city’s refusal to grow had already shaped the entire region. People who have jobs in Boulder were by and large leaving the city in droves, leaving Boulder a weird combination of student housing and million-dollar properties. Boulder was doing everything in its power to preserve a nebulous idea of what it once was but was in reality doing everything but.</p>
<p>While Governor Polis was getting into a long, drawn-out legal battle with Boulder, Colorado, lawmakers started trying to fix the sprawl issue elsewhere. In 2024, three lawmakers, including U.S. Sens. John Hickenlooper and Michael Bennet, introduced the CORE Act to protect the land Colorado is famous for from urban sprawl.</p>
<p>Not everyone saw the CORE Act as a huge step forward. Housing advocates worried that locking up even more land would only make the affordability crisis worse. The state already had strict limits on where development could happen, and with Boulder resisting density within its own boundaries, some were asking the difficult question: If cities weren’t willing to build up and land use outside those cities was becoming restricted, where was housing supposed to go?</p>
<p><strong>For years, Boulder operated under the assumption that it could have it both ways — that it could keep its wide stretches of open space, limit growth, and still somehow remain an accessible, livable city. But that balance had already tipped. The city had kept its views and its trails but at the cost of making Boulder a place where only the wealthiest could afford to live.</strong></p>
<p>For decades, Boulder leaders stood by the idea that managing growth meant slowing it down. Now, state lawmakers aren’t so sure. Governor Polis has made his stance clear: Colorado needs more housing, especially near transit, and cities like Boulder would have to do their part. The city, so far, has refused to budge.</p>
<p>At its core, this fight isn’t just about zoning codes or land conservation. It’s about who gets to be here, who gets to build a life in Boulder, who gets pushed out — in other words, who is welcome, and who isn’t.</p>
<p>The city has spent years crafting policies to protect what it already has. The question now is whether those policies are protecting Boulder’s character — or just making sure it stays out of reach.</p>
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<h3><b>At the crossroads</b></h3>
<p>Colorado has spent decades betting on sprawl, single-family homes, cars over transit, and growth policies that keep housing supply strangled just enough to drive prices up. Now, Colorado is a state at war with itself. Booming cities that can’t house their workers, once-affordable towns now out of reach for middle-class families, and a transportation system buckling under the weight of congestion are the sad realities for the citizens of Colorado.</p>
<p>Even though it seems like the consequences of sprawl are just compounding, towns all over Northern Colorado seem to be doubling down on these low-density housing zoning policies. Housing prices will keep rising, forcing even more workers into hour-long commutes just to keep their jobs. Traffic will worsen, no matter how many times we widen I-25 or US-36. Local businesses will struggle to hire, leading to shorter hours, higher prices, and a workforce that increasingly can’t afford to live in the communities they serve.</p>
<p>And it’s not just an economic problem — it’s an environmental one. Boulder County prides itself on its environmental leadership, but those green initiatives start to look hollow when the people who work in the city are forced to drive 50 miles each way to afford rent.</p>
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<h3><b>A different future is possible</b></h3>
<p>Other cities have proven that it doesn’t have to be this way, like Minneapolis, Portland, and Curitiba. None of these places is perfect, but they’ve made real progress. Colorado could, too — if it stops clinging to the idea that a house with a yard and a three-car garage is the only acceptable way to live.</p>
<p><strong>We&#8217;ve seen a few cities around the world successfully battle this problem with different strategies.</strong> End exclusionary zoning like Portland did. Push for inclusionary housing that allows for duplexes, triplexes, and multifamily housing in areas that have long been reserved for single-family homes. Or you could follow Curitiba&#8217;s path to success and invest in transit before expanding roads, which in turn would make it easier and more affordable to take a bus or train than to sit in gridlocked traffic. San Francisco took a different approach altogether and worked to tie development to affordability. All in all, we just need Colorado to prioritize walkable, mixed-use neighborhoods that let people live closer to where they work.</p>
<p><strong>What if we were to adopt a different — better — approach? What if, instead of approving another sprawling neighborhood four miles from any town center, we focused on building MFDUs? What if towns like Erie took the Strong Towns approach and focused on infill development and financial solvency before we focused on constant sprawl? It&#8217;s a beautiful future that seems so close yet so far.</strong></p>
<p>We already have blueprints for a different future — examples of what it looks like when communities stop doubling down on sprawl and start imagining something more connected, more sustainable, more human. You can see it in Longmont, a city that looks nothing like the rest of Boulder County. You can hear it in the language of a movement that’s been quietly challenging the entire postwar development playbook.</p>
<p><strong>Without reimagining our relationship with development and nature, this shift is not possible. A shift like this means challenging the powers that be, making them change, and having an honest conversation about what Erie wants to be. With our current leadership, that sounds like threading a needle in a hurricane. But it’s not impossible.</strong> The models exist, the data corroborates it, and the benefits aren’t hypothetical. Things like lower infrastructure costs, more vibrant local economies, and healthier communities are within our reach. They’re happening in places that were willing to rethink what a “normal” town should look like.</p>
<p>Prospect New Town didn’t just build houses — it built a community. Strong Towns didn’t just write blog posts — they built a movement. Together, they represent a vision for what Colorado towns could be if they stopped chasing sprawl and started building for people. Because the real question isn’t whether we can afford to build differently. It’s whether we can afford not to.</p>
<p>At this point, the problem isn’t that we don’t know what to do. We know exactly what works: density, transit-oriented development, zoning reform, and infrastructure investment that prioritize people. Cities across the country and the world have proven that these strategies create livable, sustainable, and affordable communities. The question isn’t what to do — it’s whether Colorado is willing to do it.</p>
<p><strong>Colorado is at a breaking point. The state can either double down on the policies that got us here, endless expansion, skyrocketing prices, and communities designed for cars instead of people, or it can take a different path. We can choose to value density, sustainability, and housing policies that actually work for everyone, not just those who got in before the housing boom, and build a community that is made to last.</strong></p>
<p><em><strong>The future isn’t set in stone, so we need to do something now.</strong></em></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Editor’s Note: Press Releases are provided to Yellow Scene. In an effort to keep our community informed, we publish some press releases in whole. Erie Art Festival – Spring Edition Returns June 7th with 80+ Artists, Live Music, and Family Fun ERIE, CO – Art lovers, mark your calendars! The Erie Art Festival – Spring Edition is back and more vibrant than ever. On Saturday, June 7th, from 10 AM to 3 PM, the grounds at 3280 County Road 5 will transform into a bustling celebration of creativity, community, and summer spirit — and best of all, admission is free! Over</p>
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<h2><a href="https://coloradoinfo.com/event/2025-erie-art-festival/">Erie Art Festival</a> – Spring Edition Returns June 7th with 80+ Artists, Live Music, and Family Fun</h2>
<p>ERIE, CO – Art lovers, mark your calendars! The Erie Art Festival – Spring Edition is back and more vibrant than ever. On Saturday, June 7th, from 10 AM to 3 PM, the grounds at 3280 County Road 5 will transform into a bustling celebration of creativity, community, and summer spirit — and best of all, admission is free!</p>
<p><strong>Over 80 Local Artists</strong><br />
Discover a wide array of handmade goods crafted by more than 80 talented local artists. From fine art to jewelry, ceramics, textiles, and more — there’s something for everyone.</p>
<p><strong>Live Music All Day</strong><br />
Get ready to groove! A full lineup of live performances will keep the festival vibe flowing from start to finish.</p>
<p><strong>Food Trucks Galore</strong><br />
Refuel with your favorite eats from a delicious variety of local food trucks.</p>
<p><strong>Family-Friendly Fun</strong><br />
Kids can bounce the day away in the bounce house, while adults and teens compete in classic yard games like cornhole.</p>
<p>This free, family-friendly event is the perfect way to kick off the summer while supporting local creatives and connecting with neighbors. Vendor booths are completely full, a testament to the overwhelming community support and the festival’s growing popularity.<br />
About Art Circle LLC</p>
<p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ArtCircleLLC/">Art Circle LLC</a> was co-founded by Erie-based artists Kristi Arzola and Peter Buwalda in 2020 during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. What began as a socially distanced holiday art fair in the Erie Highlands has evolved into one of the town’s most anticipated cultural celebrations. After Peter stepped away, Kristi continued the mission, eventually partnering with artist Kayla Eggemeyer to rebrand the event as the Erie Art Fest under the new Art Circle LLC banner.</p>
<p>Now in its fifth year, the festival continues to flourish thanks to Kristi’s leadership and the invaluable contributions of volunteers and artists. With its 2024 expansion to Soaring Heights PK-8, the Erie Art Festival reflects Art Circle’s unwavering commitment to building community through the arts.</p>
<p>“Art has a powerful way of bringing people together,” says Arzola. “This festival is about more than just showcasing creativity — it’s about creating space for connection, joy, and belonging.”</p>
<p><strong>Join the celebration on June 7th — and don’t forget to tag your crew, bring your festival spirit, and support your local art scene! </strong></p>
<p>For more information: follow Art Circle LLC on social media (@ArtCircleLLC) or contact Kristi Arzola at ErieArtCircle@gmail.com.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Town lawmakers are debating how to build more affordable housing during a trying economic time.  It’s becoming more expensive to live in Erie, yet pathways to lowering the cost of buying a home in the city are proving to be difficult to find.  At issue is whether Erie should increase its affordable housing stock through subsidized or income-restricted units or through naturally occurring affordable housing. Subsidized and income-restricted units often require government funding to operate, whereas naturally occurring affordable housing refers to existing housing units that are cheaper compared to newly built homes.  Former Mayor Justin Brooks campaigned on a</p>
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<h3><strong><em>Town lawmakers are debating how to build more affordable housing during a trying economic time. </em></strong></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It’s becoming more expensive to live in Erie, yet pathways to lowering the cost of buying a home in the city are proving to be difficult to find. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">At issue is whether Erie should increase its affordable housing stock through subsidized or income-restricted units or through naturally occurring affordable housing. Subsidized and income-restricted units often require government funding to operate, whereas naturally occurring affordable housing refers to existing housing units that are cheaper compared to newly built homes. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Former Mayor Justin Brooks campaigned on a promise to support the development of affordable housing and led the charge to purchase land for the Cheesman Street Residences, a 35-unit affordable housing development for Erie residents earning 120% of the area’s median income or less. That means a family of four can earn no more than $175,000. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">However, Erie’s new town leadership appears to have other ideas in mind. During a town council study session on March 4, Erie Mayor Andrew Moore said the town should revisit the affordability requirements included in Erie’s Comprehensive Plan, a planning document that is designed to guide development in the town. Moore added that the town should revisit </span><a href="https://library.municode.com/co/erie/ordinances/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=1227870"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ordinance </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">017-2023</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, which sets forth Erie’s guidelines for affordable housing development. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“For me, this is less about growth because I believe growth will happen,” Moore said. “It’s really more about the quality, type of housing, and, of course, the quantity of housing that we’ll move forward with.” </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Erie is one of the fastest-growing cities in Boulder County, with its population more than doubled to over 40,000 residents between 2010 and 2024. That growth has put significant upward pressure on home values in the town, with Erie’s median home price standing at just under $760,000 as of February, </span><a href="https://www.redfin.com/city/30846/CO/Erie/housing-market"><span style="font-weight: 400;">according to Redfin. </span></a></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Rising home prices are a double-edged sword for Erie. On one hand, they are a sign that the city’s growth has attracted higher-income households. These households often pay more property taxes while requiring fewer municipal services, thereby improving the town’s revenue per acre. However, the rising cost of living also makes it more difficult for service workers, firefighters, and teachers to live in town. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">According to Erie’s </span><a href="https://erie.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=F&amp;ID=13815751&amp;GUID=41AAA81B-F810-4F84-8C96-F86815296199"><span style="font-weight: 400;">2024 Housing Needs Assessment</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, about 16% of all households are cost-burdened, meaning they pay more than the recommended 30% of their income on housing expenses. But Erie has few options to preserve existing housing units to accommodate its growth, thereby requiring the city to focus on building new homes to address the issue, the report states. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As of 2024, Erie’s Housing Needs Assessment showed it had a housing shortage of more than 3,300 units compared to its population growth with housing units for senior citizens facing the most significant gap. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Relying on new construction can be challenging, given the myriad economic challenges homebuilders face. The cost of debt, material, labor, and land have all increased significantly since the pandemic began. These factors make it difficult, if not impossible, to build new homes at affordable price points. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Erie has made several attempts to incentivize more affordable housing development. For instance, the city committed to meeting Boulder County’s goals of having at least 12% of new homes slated as affordable. The city also created a policy to incentivize new affordable home construction within special districts. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It also passed an inclusionary housing ordinance in 2024. The ordinance required all new developments with eight or more units to reserve 15% of the units as affordable housing. For ownership properties, the units needed to be affordable for people earning between 100% and 120% AMI, or $146,000 to $175,000 for a family of four. Rental properties needed to reserve units that were affordable for households earning between 60% and 80% AMI, or $87,000 to $116,000 for a family of four. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">However, the plan faced significant pushback from residents and homebuilder groups alike. The Home Builders Association of Metro Denver sent a letter to former mayor Brooks saying the inclusionary housing ordinance will increase the cost of building in Erie. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“While we understand the intention of inclusionary housing policies is to make housing more affordable and may feel like a win, the reality is these policies typically make housing less affordable &#8211; either through lowering supply and/or adding costs that are passed onto other homebuyers in order to keep projects feasible,” </span><a href="https://www.hbadenver.com/assets/pdf/Town+of+Erie+-+IHO+Comments+Letter%2C+6-26-24/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">the letter</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> reads in part. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Town Councilor Brandon Bell also questioned the need to build more deed-restricted affordable housing. Most affordable deeds carry a 30-year affordability requirement, which Bell said placed an extra burden on the city to manage the properties. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“It gets to the point where we’re less in the business of creating housing stock…and we become housing management,” Bell said. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Moore’s administration appears to be shifting the focus to more tax-based solutions, such as increasing the city’s open space fee or adding additional mill levies to pay for more affordable housing development. He said there will be future study sessions dedicated to talking about these ideas in depth. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For Town Council Emily Baer, building more affordable housing is about more than simply adding housing units at a certain price point. It will also help Erie grow and attract the new retail and employment opportunities that town residents want. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">“It’s all connected, and that affects our economic vitality,” Baer said.</span></p>
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		<title>Coal Creek Meals on Wheels Celebrates Surpassing 1 Million Melas Served as Par of the 23rd Annual March for Meals Month</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Editor’s Note: Press Releases are provided to Yellow Scene. In an effort to keep our community informed, we publish some press releases in whole. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 3, 2025 &#8211; Lafayette, Colorado – This March, Coal Creek Meals on Wheels (CCMOW) will celebrate surpassing 1 million meals served since the organization&#8217;s founding in 1972. Coal Creek Meals on Wheels has served Erie, Lafayette, Louisville, and Superior for over 50 years, delivering more than just a meal to older adults, individuals with disabilities, and anyone in need who is at a significant risk of hunger, food insecurity, and isolation. Last year,</p>
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<p>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 3, 2025 &#8211; Lafayette, Colorado –<br />
This March, Coal Creek Meals on Wheels (CCMOW) will celebrate surpassing 1 million meals served since the organization&#8217;s founding in 1972. Coal Creek Meals on Wheels has served Erie, Lafayette, Louisville, and Superior for over 50 years, delivering more than just a meal to older adults, individuals with disabilities, and anyone in need who is at a significant risk of hunger, food insecurity, and isolation.<br />
Last year, the organization served over 72,000 meals through their Home Delivered Meal Program and the Coal Creek Café combined – an increase of more than 10,000 meals compared to the year prior. “2024 has been a year of growth, resilience, and impact at Coal Creek Meals on Wheels,” said Nate Broeckert, Executive Director. “Together, we’ve strengthened our foundation, expanded our reach, and deepened our commitment to serving our community with compassion and care. It was another record-breaking year for meals served, which is a testament to the dedication of our team and the unwavering support of our volunteers and donors.” It is no surprise that in 2025, the organization will be celebrating this milestone of over 1 million meals served.<br />
Food insecurity is increasing, and action is needed now to support local Meals on Wheels programs. This year, Meals on Wheels programs from across the country are joining together for the March for Meals awareness campaign to celebrate its success and garner the support needed to ensure these critical programs can continue.<br />
Community members can support CCMOW and March for Meals in the following ways:<br />
? 1 Million Meals Celebration: Friday, March 7 from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the Coal Creek Café Free lunch will be served for all &#8211; no registration required.<br />
? Meals on Heels, a Shoe Fashion Show: March 31 from 5:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at Acreage by Stem Cider &#8211; purchase tickets at www.coalcreekmow.org/meals-on-heels<br />
? Volunteer to support your neighbors &#8211; learn more at www.coalcreekmow.org/get-involved<br />
? Give a gift to provide a meal to your neighbor &#8211; donate at www.coalcreekmow.org/donate</p>
<p>About Coal Creek Meals on Wheels:<br />
Coal Creek Meals on Wheels supports independence and quality of life for Lafayette, Louisville, Erie &amp; Superior residents by providing nutritious meals and social connection opportunities. For more information, visit www.coalcreekmow.org.<br />
Media Contact:<br />
Nate Broeckert<br />
Executive Director<br />
Coal Creek Meals on Wheels<br />
nbroeckert@coalcreekmow.org<br />
303-406-8442</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>How walkable are our towns? Well we went ahead and found out. We went through 11 towns/cities in the Denver/BOCO area and examined how walk able they are and where they could improve</p>
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<h2>Boulder</h2>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-78128" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/boulder-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="2560" height="847" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/boulder-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/boulder-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-300x99.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/boulder-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1024x339.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/boulder-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-768x254.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/boulder-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1536x508.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/boulder-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-2048x678.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px" /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Boulder Walkability and Improvements:</strong></p>
<p>The Boulder area allows you to easily do some tasks by walking on foot, but you have the option of easily accessible public transport to help you get across town. <a href="https://www.walkscore.com/CO/Longmont">WalkScore</a> put the Boulder area walking score at 63, and the city holds the title of being a <a href="http://walkfriendly.org/communities/boulder-co/">Gold-level Walk Friendly Community</a>. In 2019, the city adopted a new pedestrian plan to create more walkable streets, and the pedestrian network now includes an impressive 500-mile sidewalk and 82 pedestrian underpasses.</p>
<p>The local government of Boulder can improve the area&#8217;s walkability by connecting the many paths, parks and roads to help create a more unified walking path for the residents. Creating paths that begin and end at public transport pick-up zones can also help with improvements.</p>
<h2>Longmont</h2>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-78129" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Longmont-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="2560" height="846" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Longmont-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Longmont-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-300x99.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Longmont-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1024x338.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Longmont-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-768x254.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Longmont-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1536x507.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Longmont-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-2048x677.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px" /></p>
<p><strong>Longmont Walkability and Improvements:</strong></p>
<p>Longmont is a large area (3200 acres), making it difficult to walk to every location. You can use a bicycle to get to some places, but due to the city&#8217;s layout, access is still very limited, and most errands will require a car.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.walkscore.com/CO/Longmont">Walkscore</a> rated Longmont 39 due to its poor walking paths. The city can improve its walkability by building new dedicated walkways and connecting existing routes. The <a href="https://www.longmontleader.com/local-news/longmont-council-ldda-look-at-pedestrian-safety-downtown-6365527">Longmont Council</a> is looking at how they can prioritize pedestrian safety downtown due to the increased traffic on the roads, but hurdles like funding and getting permission from the Colorado Department of Transportation need to be jumped.</p>
<h2>Erie</h2>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-78130" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Erie-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="2560" height="846" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Erie-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Erie-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-300x99.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Erie-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1024x338.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Erie-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-768x254.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Erie-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1536x507.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Erie-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-2048x676.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px" /></p>
<p><strong>Erie Walkability and Improvements:</strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Erie is stuck between other cities and towns, with weird borders that do not allow residents to walk to different areas of Erie easily. This has led to the town&#8217;s dismal score of 13 on <a href="https://www.walkscore.com/CO/Erie">WalkScore</a>. In the early days, Erie requires almost all errands to use a vehicle as everything is so far apart or split into weird sections between other towns and cities. While the area is flat, which helps with walking, without dedicated walking paths that cross roads safely, Erie is not great for walking.</p>
<h2>Lafayette</h2>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-78131" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Lafayette-walkability-score-graph-3_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="2560" height="840" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Lafayette-walkability-score-graph-3_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Lafayette-walkability-score-graph-3_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-300x98.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Lafayette-walkability-score-graph-3_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1024x336.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Lafayette-walkability-score-graph-3_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-768x252.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Lafayette-walkability-score-graph-3_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1536x504.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Lafayette-walkability-score-graph-3_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-2048x672.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px" /></p>
<p><strong>Lafayette Walkability and Improvements:</strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Lafayette is reasonably walkable if you’re in the right part of town, and public transport helps increase residents&#8217; ability to walk everywhere. A drawback of the city is the large sprawl and distances between places. This makes it a long walk to get to places in the city.</p>
<p>While <a href="https://www.walkscore.com/CO/Lafayette">Walkscore</a> gives Lafayette a decent score of 42, you will still require a car to do most daily errands because of the size of the area. Luckily the City of Lafayette has a <a href="https://lafayette-listens.com/multimodal-transportation-plan">Multimodal Transportation Plan</a> that includes improvements to more then just driving, with connectivity of things like walking, biking and transit.</p>
<h2>Louisville</h2>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-78132" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Louisville-walkability-score-graph-3_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="2560" height="840" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Louisville-walkability-score-graph-3_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Louisville-walkability-score-graph-3_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-300x98.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Louisville-walkability-score-graph-3_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1024x336.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Louisville-walkability-score-graph-3_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-768x252.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Louisville-walkability-score-graph-3_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1536x504.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Louisville-walkability-score-graph-3_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-2048x672.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px" /></p>
<p><strong>Louisville Walkability and Improvements:</strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Louisville is quite walkable if you stay in nearby neighborhoods, and as it is a relatively low-crime area, pedestrians are safe. With the lack of public transport in some areas, most residents use the multiple bike lanes or their cars for daily commuting or errands they need to do.</p>
<p>The walk score from <a href="https://www.walkscore.com/CO/Louisville">Walkscore</a> is only a 42, meaning you can walk to some places nearby, but due to the size of the area (2000 acres) and the lack of public transport, you will not have a great time doing it unless you’re a long-distance athlete!</p>
<h2>Superior</h2>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-78182" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Superior-walkability-score-graph-5-shavonne-version_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="2560" height="845" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Superior-walkability-score-graph-5-shavonne-version_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Superior-walkability-score-graph-5-shavonne-version_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-300x99.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Superior-walkability-score-graph-5-shavonne-version_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1024x338.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Superior-walkability-score-graph-5-shavonne-version_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-768x254.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Superior-walkability-score-graph-5-shavonne-version_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1536x507.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Superior-walkability-score-graph-5-shavonne-version_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-2048x676.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px" /></p>
<p><strong>Superior Walkability and Improvements:</strong></p>
<p>Superior is not a large area, only 4 square miles, and is quite flat, meaning you can easily walk to many places in town. However, a vehicle may still be required to go to some areas in town due to a lack of walking infrastructure, such as sidewalks, but this is set to hopefully improve with part of the ongoing downtown development.</p>
<p>Superior has a walkability score of 50 on <a href="https://www.walkscore.com/score/superior-co">Walkscore</a>, meaning you can get to some places on foot, but using a vehicle is also a great option for getting around town.</p>
<h2>Broomfield</h2>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-78134" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Broomfield-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="2560" height="839" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Broomfield-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Broomfield-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-300x98.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Broomfield-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1024x335.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Broomfield-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-768x252.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Broomfield-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1536x503.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Broomfield-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-2048x671.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px" /></p>
<p><strong>Broomfield Walkability and Improvements:</strong></p>
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<p>Broomfield is not an easily walkable area due to its large size (8607 acres), lack of public transport, and lack of layout in the city. This city is car-dependent as the road network splits up many neighborhoods. The lack of public transport doesn&#8217;t help either.</p>
<p>Even though the city is flat due to its location in Colorado and the many parks, there are very few dedicated walking paths. That is why <a href="https://www.walkscore.com/CO/Broomfield">Walkscore</a> gave Broomfield a score of only 33 and public transport a terrible score of 10.</p>
<p>The city has created a project to improve the pedestrian environment with safer walking and biking connections to Emerald Elementary School. The <a href="https://www.broomfieldvoice.com/broomfield-heights-stormwater-and-pedestrian-improvements">project</a> has yet to start, with contracts to be executed in January 2025.</p>
<h2>North Westminster</h2>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-78135" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/North-Westminster-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="2560" height="834" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/North-Westminster-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/North-Westminster-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-300x98.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/North-Westminster-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1024x334.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/North-Westminster-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-768x250.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/North-Westminster-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1536x500.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/North-Westminster-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-2048x667.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px" /></p>
<p><strong>North Westminster Walkability and Improvements:</strong></p>
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<p>North Westminster is a large and spread-out city with a <a href="https://www.walkscore.com/score/north-westminster-co">walking score</a> of 24, meaning you may need to walk a long distance to get anywhere you want to go. The city also has few public transport facilities, which doesn’t help its walkability.</p>
<p>As the area is designed around moving cars through it, there are very few dedicated walkways, but that is by design due to the town&#8217;s size. Almost all errands in the town require a car. Currently, the city is working hard to improve pedestrian conditions, such as the <a href="https://www.westminsterco.gov/Government/Departments/CommunityServices/Parking,Transportation,Mobility/Walking">Safe Routes to School (SRTS)</a>.</p>
<h2>North Thornton</h2>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-78136" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/North-Thornton-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="2560" height="847" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/North-Thornton-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/North-Thornton-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-300x99.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/North-Thornton-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1024x339.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/North-Thornton-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-768x254.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/North-Thornton-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1536x508.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/North-Thornton-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-2048x677.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px" /></p>
<p><strong>North Thornton Walkability and Improvements:</strong></p>
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<p>North Thorton’s town layout allows many residents to do some errands by just walking to where they need to, but for longer distances, they need to use a personal car as public transport is lacking in the area.</p>
<p>North Thoorton can improve its walkability by creating dedicated lanes that connect the neighborhoods, but the distances for some errands may require transport.</p>
<h2>Lyons</h2>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-78137" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Lyons-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="2560" height="845" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Lyons-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Lyons-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-300x99.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Lyons-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1024x338.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Lyons-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-768x253.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Lyons-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1536x507.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Lyons-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-2048x676.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px" /></p>
<p><strong>Lyons Walkability and Improvements:</strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>With a score of 63 on the <a href="https://www.walkscore.com/score/lyons-co">Walkscore</a>, many different tasks, such as shopping and going to work, can be done on foot.</p>
<p>This is due to the small size of Lyon and the flat area in which the town is situated and that improving pedestrian safety is a priority for the city via the <a href="https://www.townoflyons.com/814/Safe-Streets-for-All">Safe Streets For All project</a>.</p>
<h2>Niwot</h2>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-78138" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Niwot-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-scaled.jpg" alt="" width="2560" height="844" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Niwot-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Niwot-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-300x99.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Niwot-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1024x338.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Niwot-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-768x253.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Niwot-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-1536x506.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Niwot-walkability-score-graph-2_Stephanie-Kowalsky_HH-Towns_YellowScene_2025-01-2048x675.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px" /></p>
<p><strong>Niwot</strong> <strong>Walkability and Improvements:</strong></p>
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<p>Niwot is a small town that has many of its main errands in one location, making it easy to get everything you need and want from one location. However, some places may require a vehicle as they are a little farther out, such as the tennis court and baseball field.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Best Festivals, December 2024 Great minds think alike, as both Erie and Louisville are hosting separate events, both called the “Parade of Lights,” on the same day, December 6. The Erie event from 4:00-9:00 features choir performances by local schoolchildren at Orchard Community Church, visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Coal Creek Park, and a parade that kicks off from Perry Street &#38; Briggs and ends up Kattell St. and Cheesman. Louisville’s event similarly features choirs at Walnut &#38; Main, visits with Santa behind Bittersweet Cafe, and a parade that heads up Main Street from South Street to Elks.</p>
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<p>Great minds think alike, as both Erie and Louisville are hosting separate events, both called the “Parade of Lights,” on the same day, December 6. The <a href="https://members.eriechamber.org/events/details/parade-of-lights-852192">Erie event</a> from 4:00-9:00 features choir performances by local schoolchildren at Orchard Community Church, visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Coal Creek Park, and a parade that kicks off from Perry Street &amp; Briggs and ends up Kattell St. and Cheesman. <a href="https://louisvillechamber.com/parade-of-lights/">Louisville’s event</a> similarly features choirs at Walnut &amp; Main, visits with Santa behind Bittersweet Cafe, and a parade that heads up Main Street from South Street to Elks.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-76302" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lights-of-december-parade-boulder-downtown_Boulder-Downtown-website__editors-picks_YellowScene_2024-11-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="486" height="324" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lights-of-december-parade-boulder-downtown_Boulder-Downtown-website__editors-picks_YellowScene_2024-11-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lights-of-december-parade-boulder-downtown_Boulder-Downtown-website__editors-picks_YellowScene_2024-11-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lights-of-december-parade-boulder-downtown_Boulder-Downtown-website__editors-picks_YellowScene_2024-11-768x512.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lights-of-december-parade-boulder-downtown_Boulder-Downtown-website__editors-picks_YellowScene_2024-11-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lights-of-december-parade-boulder-downtown_Boulder-Downtown-website__editors-picks_YellowScene_2024-11.jpg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 486px) 100vw, 486px" /></p>
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<p>Not to be outdone, the City of Boulder itself has the <a href="https://boulderdowntown.com/light-up-the-holidays/events/lights-of-december-parade">Lights of December Parade</a> going on December 7 at 6 p.m. Kicking off at 15th and Walnut and finishing at 15th and Spruce, the parade features spectacular floats from local churches, schools, businesses, and non-profits, to be capped off by an appearance from Kris Kringle himself.</p>
<p>Santa is making a lot of stops in Boulder County this year, as he’s also planning to stop by the <a href="https://lafayettechamber.org/holiday/">It’s a Wonderful Life in Lafayette Holiday Celebration</a> that’s happening on December 8 at Lafayette Plaza from 4:00-6:00 p.m.. In addition to a Santa photo op table near Lafayette Historical Society‘s Old Betsy, there’s also going to be a tree lighting and train rides on the Lafayette Express. Plus there’s a no-host bar for the adults and food from Sideboard Lafayette and Round Table Pizza, making it an event for anyone.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-76303" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CU-Boulder-center-for-african-and-african-american-studies-3rd-annual-kwanzaa-celebration_University-of-Colorado-Boulder-CU_Editors-Picks_YellowScene_2024-11-232x300.jpg" alt="" width="270" height="350" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CU-Boulder-center-for-african-and-african-american-studies-3rd-annual-kwanzaa-celebration_University-of-Colorado-Boulder-CU_Editors-Picks_YellowScene_2024-11-232x300.jpg 232w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CU-Boulder-center-for-african-and-african-american-studies-3rd-annual-kwanzaa-celebration_University-of-Colorado-Boulder-CU_Editors-Picks_YellowScene_2024-11-791x1024.jpg 791w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CU-Boulder-center-for-african-and-african-american-studies-3rd-annual-kwanzaa-celebration_University-of-Colorado-Boulder-CU_Editors-Picks_YellowScene_2024-11-768x994.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CU-Boulder-center-for-african-and-african-american-studies-3rd-annual-kwanzaa-celebration_University-of-Colorado-Boulder-CU_Editors-Picks_YellowScene_2024-11.jpg 1159w" sizes="(max-width: 270px) 100vw, 270px" /><a href="https://cupresents.org/performance/3035/cu-holiday-festival/2024-holiday-festival/">CU Boulder’s Holiday Festival</a>, taking place from December 6-8, is a celebration of holiday music with performances from student choirs, bands, faculty orchestras, and guest performers brought to you by the renowned CU Boulder College of Music.</p>
<p>For those who want to not just take a picture with St. Nick but hang out with him, too, <a href="https://www.superiorchamber.com/winter-festival/">Superior Winter Fest</a> also features skating with Santa, as well as a winter market, a hot cocoa bar, cookie decorating, and s’mores stations.</p>
<p>As Christmas isn’t the only holiday being celebrated this season, CU Boulder’s Center for African and African American Studies (CAAAS) is holding a <a href="https://calendar.colorado.edu/event/kwanzaa-celebration">Kwanzaa Celebration</a> at Abram’s Lounge on December 5 from 5:00-6:45. Geared not only towards CU students but also towards community members who want to learn about and celebrate the holiday, the event will feature traditional rituals and a Kwanzaa feast for attendees.</p>
<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://yellowscene.com/2024/12/06/editors-picks-august-2024/">Editors Picks | November 2024</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://yellowscene.com">Yellow Scene Magazine</a>.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>[ Local ] Colorado Department of State website accidentally lists passwords to voting machines, forcing election workers to scramble to ensure the safety of votes. Winter storm leads to a record number of people being turned away at Boulder’s largest homeless shelter, All Roads, amid county funding cuts. Ballot Question 2C, which will tie Boulder City Council’s pay to the median income in the area, and 2D, which allows council members to meet privately under certain conditions, pass in Boulder. 2E, which would have given the city council more control over boards and commissions, is defeated. Erie elects mayor Andrew</p>
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<h1><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>[ </b></span><b>Local </b><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>]</b></span></h1>
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<li><strong>Colorado Department of State website accidentally lists passwords to voting machines,</strong> forcing election workers to scramble to ensure the safety of votes.</li>
<li><strong>Winter storm leads to a record number of people being turned away at Boulder’s largest </strong><strong>homeless shelter</strong>, <a href="https://allroadsboco.org/">All Roads</a>, amid county funding cuts.</li>
<li><strong>Ballot Question 2C, which will tie Boulder City Council’s pay to the median income in the area, and 2D, which allows council members to meet privately under certain conditions, pass in Boulder.</strong> 2E, which would have given the city council more control over boards and commissions, is defeated.</li>
<li><strong>Erie elects mayor Andrew Moore and passes a 5% excise tax on cannabis</strong>, but the town council would have to repeal a ban on dispensaries before any could be opened in Erie.</li>
<li><strong>The Colorado Energy &amp; Carbon Management Commission unanimously votes to indefinitely pause the controversial Draco Oil and Gas Development Plan</strong> which would have allowed for horizontal drilling and fracturing of 26 wellbores, some of which would have extended underneath residential areas and schools.</li>
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<h1><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>[</b></span><b> </b><b>National </b><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>]</b></span></h1>
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<li><strong>Donald J. Trump wins election in spite of extreme policies,</strong> making him the second person to ever be elected to two non-consecutive terms as President of the United States. <strong>He also becomes the first convicted felon and twice impeached former president to win election</strong></li>
<li><strong>Trump nominates several strange and unqualified candidates for key positions including Matt Gaetz</strong> for attorney general, <strong>RFK Jr.</strong> as secretary of health and human services, <strong>Dr. Mehmet Oz</strong> as administrator of Medicaid and Medicare, and <strong>Elon Musk</strong> to lead the new Department of Government Efficiency. <strong>Gaetz withdraws from the nominating process due to an ongoing investigation by the House Ethics Committee.</strong></li>
<li><strong>Democrats urge Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor to step down so that Biden can name a younger successor before Trump takes office,</strong> but Sotomayor has no plans to retire.</li>
<li><strong>The US carries out air strikes in Yemen attacking The Houthis,</strong> a group allied with Hamas and Hezbollah against Israel.</li>
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<h1><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>[</b></span><b> </b><b>International </b><span style="color: #fdb913;"><b>]</b></span></h1>
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<li><strong>Israel steps up its attacks against Hezbollah in Lebanon, </strong>launching an air strike against the village of Almat, which is well outside of Hezbollah strongholds.</li>
<li><strong>Violence erupts during a soccer match in the Netherlands between Israel’s Maccabi Tel Aviv F.C. and Dutch AFC Ajax team</strong> related to the Israeli government’s actions in the War in Gaza</li>
<li><strong>At least 26 people killed and over 60 wounded after separatists bomb a crowded railway station in Pakistan</strong>’s Balochistan province.</li>
<li><strong>At least 30 people have died in post-election violence in Mozambique amidst accusations</strong> that the election was rigged to keep the ruling Frelimo party in power.</li>
<li><strong>A 6.8 magnitude earthquake hits Cuba</strong> as the country is recovering from Hurricane Rafael.</li>
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<h1><b>Quotes</b></h1>
<p><i><strong>“That&#8217;s what we&#8217;re going to do. We&#8217;re going to make our country better than it ever has been. They said that many people have told me that God spared my life for a reason. And that reason was to save our country and to restore America to greatness. And now we are going to fulfill that mission together. We&#8217;re gonna fulfill that mission. The task before us will not be easy, but I will bring every ounce of energy, spirit, and fight that I have in my soul, to the job that you&#8217;ve entrusted to me.”</strong> </i><br />
&#8211; <strong>Donald J. Trump </strong>in his terrifying victory speech</p>
<p><strong><i>“Setbacks are unavoidable, but giving up is unforgivable. A defeat does not mean we are defeated”</i> </strong><br />
&#8211; <strong>Joe Biden addressing the nation</strong> following Harris’ loss to Trump</p>
<p><strong>“Prosperity and abundance agenda. We have focused on saving people money through three income tax rate reductions (two at the ballot box and one through the leg: 4.63%&gt;4.5%&gt;4.4%&gt;4.25%), cutting property taxes, free preschool and kindergarten for every child, eliminating sales tax on necessities like diapers and feminine hygiene products, and we are in the process of delivering on pro-housing supply solutions, investing in transit and transit-enhanced living opportunities… all while protecting and expanding personal freedom and respect for everyone.” </strong><br />
&#8211; <strong>Colorado Governor Jared Polis on the secret to keeping Colorado blue</strong> while much of the nation went red</p>
<p><strong>“We’re really apprehensive about what we’re going to do this winter” </strong><br />
&#8211; <strong>Andy Schultheiss, chief development and communications officer at All Roads,</strong> discussing the organization’s fears about the high demand for homeless shelter services amid funding cuts</p>
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<h1><b>By the Numbers</b></h1>
<h3><span style="color: #3366ff;">10,901,567</span></h3>
<p>The difference between votes that Democrats received in 2020 and 2024. While the Democrats’ number of votes decreased significantly between elections, Donald Trump received roughly the same number of votes in both elections</p>
<h3><strong><span style="color: #c92c2c;">727</span></strong></h3>
<p>The estimated number of unhoused people in Boulder County according to the latest Point in Time count from the <a href="https://www.mdhi.org/">Metro Denver Homeless Initiative</a></p>
<h3><span style="color: #339966;"><b>3,002</b></span></h3>
<p>The estimated number of people killed in Lebanon by Israel over the past 13 months</p>
<h3><strong><span style="color: #ff9900;">2</span></strong></h3>
<p>Thankfully, the number of terms a President is allowed to serve, even non-consecutively, according to the 22nd Amendment to the United States Constitution</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Erie Elections 2024 As the Unofficial Election results for Erie trickle in, the town&#8217;s ballot measures have shown candidates who appear to be leading and winning the election.  However, per the Erie government website, Andrew Moore is set to win against Justin Brooks with 10,384 votes, while Justin Brooks has received 9,807 votes. This has placed Moore in the lead with 577 more votes. Council Members for District 1 have shown John Mortellaro leading with 2,652 votes, followed by Andrew Sawusch with 2,633 votes.  One of the candidates running for District 2 has been met with heightened controversy. Dan Maloit,</p>
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<p><strong>Erie Elections 2024</strong></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As the Unofficial Election results for Erie trickle in, the town&#8217;s ballot measures have shown candidates who appear to be leading and winning the election. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">However, per the</span><a href="https://www.erieco.gov/1345/2024-Election-Results"><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Erie government website</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Andrew Moore is set to win against Justin Brooks with 10,384 votes, while Justin Brooks has received 9,807 votes. This has placed Moore in the lead with 577 more votes. Council Members for </span><a href="https://www.erieco.gov/1345/2024-Election-Results"><span style="font-weight: 400;">District 1</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> have shown John Mortellaro leading with 2,652 votes, followed by Andrew Sawusch with 2,633 votes. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">One of the candidates running for District 2 has been met with heightened controversy. Dan Maloit, who the ballot measures have shown is placing third with 2,078 votes, has been served with a lawsuit for allegedly doxxing and posting nude photographs of an ex-partner online. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The victim, who chose to stay unidentified, claims she had found out about the nude photos being posted online 2 years ago, back in 2022. Once she started doing a deeper search on the web, she realized that photos had actually been posted of her online dating back to 2016. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Since these allegations have arisen, Maloit filed a countersuit in September and has denied any of them, claiming they are intended to sabotage his political career. In a </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1095442159248612&amp;id=100063485143950&amp;_rdr"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Facebook post</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> on November 4, 2024, Maloit states, &#8220;I believe the allegations are false and are made in addition to other private matters that exist between the plaintiff and myself.&#8221;</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">District 3 has shown Brian O&#8217;Connor leading with 2,626 votes, Travis Pinz with 1,612, and Emily Baer with 2,885. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The city of Erie, with 11,566 votes, has voted yes for a </span><a href="https://boulderweekly.com/content-archives/voters-guide/erie-ballot-3c-marijuana-sales-excise-tax/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">5% excise tax</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> on the sale of Marijuana. This means that starting January 2025, a tax will be imposed on the sale of Marijuana both medicinally and recreationally. The big change is that Marijuana will be able to be sold and purchased in the city of Erie, something that hasn&#8217;t happened in the city since the legalization of Marijuana in Colorado back in 2012. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">962 yes votes have gone toward question 7B regarding RTD annexation. Over </span><a href="https://erieco.us/home-rule-charter"><span style="font-weight: 400;">90%</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> of the city of Erie is already annexed into the RTD district. The RTD annexation vote would result in providing more unannexed areas in the city of Erie for public transportation systems such as the RTD. This voter approval will bring about multiple benefits for the people of Erie, including transportation services, access to rides, parking benefits, and free fares that would be eligible for residents and youth during the summers. </span></p>
<p><b>What&#8217;s next?</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Election results for the city of Erie will be finalized on November 26, 2024. </span></p>
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<div id="attachment_75675" style="width: 332px" class="wp-caption alignright"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-75675" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-75675" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/stephen-redfearn_boiling-point-nov_yellowscene-2024.png" alt="" width="322" height="322" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/stephen-redfearn_boiling-point-nov_yellowscene-2024.png 287w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/stephen-redfearn_boiling-point-nov_yellowscene-2024-200x200.png 200w" sizes="(max-width: 322px) 100vw, 322px" /><p id="caption-attachment-75675" class="wp-caption-text">Stephen Redfearn</p></div>
<p><b>The City of Boulder responds to the NAACP</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The NAACP has issued a press release expressing its concern about the recent hiring of Stephen Redfearn, a police officer with a dark reputation by the City of Boulder. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Stephen Redfearn was recently hired last year into a permanent position as head police chief in the City of Boulder. On October 14 of this year, the NAACP released a press release condemning the hiring of Stephen Redfearn due to his history of covering up the murder of Elijah McClain.  </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In the </span><a href="https://yellowscene.com/2024/10/14/naacp-boulder-county-press-release-regarding-boulder-city-manager-rivera-vandermydes-selection-of-redfearn-as-chief-of-police-press-release/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">press release</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> submitted to YS, the NAACP claims that Redfearn is not only &#8220;anti-black&#8221; but also lacks &#8220;cultural competence,&#8221; which should, by all rights, disqualify him for the position of head police chief of the City of Boulder. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The press release also contained a transcript of a recorded confidential meeting that took place in July of this year between members of the City of Boulder and Stephen Redfearn.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">According to the City of Boulder’s manager, </span><a href="https://bouldercolorado.gov/news/city-manager-responds-boulder-county-naacp"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Nuria Rivera-Vandermyde</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, the meeting was secretly recorded without the members&#8217; knowledge or consent, and members were asked to sign an agreement not to publish any details of the meeting anywhere online. </span><a href="https://www.shouselaw.com/co/blog/colorado-recording-law/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">According to Colorado law</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Colorado is a one-party state, meaning that the NAACP did not need to inform the members of the City of Boulder that they were being recorded. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The press release provided by the NAACP contains a transcript of the recording during the meeting. In this transcript, there were heated exchanges between Redfearn and Darren O&#8217;Connor, the chair of the NAACP Boulder County&#8217;s criminal justice committee. A &#8220;crude&#8221; comment was made toward Redfearn&#8217;s sexuality by O&#8217;Connor, which prompted Redfearn to express his being gay as a prominent reason why the NAACP condemned his hiring. Redfearn further claims that O&#8217;Connor smirked at him during the meeting anytime Redfearn spoke, resulting in questionable comments made by Redfearn that prompted O&#8217;Connor to state that such comments further prop up </span><a href="https://boulderreportinglab.org/2024/10/16/boulder-city-manager-files-complaint-against-naacp-boulder-county-members-alleging-unethical-behavior/"><span style="font-weight: 400;"> &#8220;a system of racism.&#8221;</span></a></p>
<p><a href="https://boulderreportinglab.org/2024/10/16/boulder-city-manager-files-complaint-against-naacp-boulder-county-members-alleging-unethical-behavior/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Nuria Rivera-Vandermyde</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> recently came forward, issuing a statement accusing three members of the NAACP of blackmailing her with the recording. According to Rivera-Vandermyde, the members used the recording to pressure the City into not going through with the hiring of Redfearn. Rivera-Vandermyde claims that the NAACP&#8217;s actions have been &#8220;unethical and unacceptabl</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">e.&#8221; Rivera-Vandermyde even goes as far as stating that Redfearn had nothing to do with </span><a href="https://bouldercolorado.gov/news/city-manager-responds-boulder-county-naacp"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Elijah’s murder</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, “Without repeating their misleading account of his involvement, I want to make clear again that there were no allegations against then-Aurora Police Captain Redfearn in connection with this case.”</span></p>
<p><b>What’s next?</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">There have been no updates pertaining to the hiring of Stephen Redfearn. In an email sent to </span><a href="https://boulderreportinglab.org/2024/10/16/boulder-city-manager-files-complaint-against-naacp-boulder-county-members-alleging-unethical-behavior/"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Boulder Weekly</span></i></a><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">,</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Darren O’Connor said, “The lack of good faith begins and ends with her (</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Rivera-Vandermyde) </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">and Redfearn,” he closes it by saying, “The truth is, she spent the City’s time and money creating a sham process in which Redfearn was always going to be chosen. An untold amount of money was spent hiring facilitators of the conversation, with the hope that the offering of a conversation would be sufficient to silence our critiques.”</span></p>
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<div id="attachment_75676" style="width: 440px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-75676" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-75676" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Untitled-design-3.png" alt="" width="430" height="361" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Untitled-design-3.png 940w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Untitled-design-3-300x251.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Untitled-design-3-768x644.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 430px) 100vw, 430px" /><p id="caption-attachment-75676" class="wp-caption-text">graphic by Ray Manzari</p></div>
<p><b>2024 Elections and Blaming Minorities for Trump’s Victory </b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As the old saying goes, if you scratch a liberal hard enough, a fascist bleeds.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As Donald Trump embraces his second Presidential election win, rather than focusing energy on the Democratic party and why Harris&#8217; party did not succeed, strategists and even voters have succumbed to</span><a href="https://www.middleeasteye.net/opinion/us-elections-instead-looking-inwards-white-liberals-blaming-arabs-trumps-victory"><span style="font-weight: 400;"> blaming minorities</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> — many who make up only less than 1 percent of the American population — as being the main reason for Trump&#8217;s victory. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Poll trackers show that </span><a href="https://www.as-coa.org/articles/poll-tracker-latino-vote-2024-us-presidential-election"><span style="font-weight: 400;">54% </span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">of the Latino population intended to vote for Harris and 33% for Trump. However, the final numbers came out as 55% of white and Hispanic males voted for Trump, while 53% of white women also did. Yet Muslims are often taking the blame for Harris&#8217; loss. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">According to<a href="https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2024/nov/09/democrats-lose-michigan-arab-american-voters" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> the Council of Islamic Relations</a>, the Democrats had 22,000 fewer votes this year from Arab Americans and saw a 9,000 vote increase for Donald Trump.</span> </span><a href="https://www.cair.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/CAIR_2024_National_Exit_Poll.jpg"><span style="font-weight: 400;">CAIR</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> has listed that 53.2% of the Arab vote went to Jill Stein, while 21.4% of the Arab American vote went to Trump, and about 20.3% went to Harris. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">While many Democratic voters and strategists claim that a vote for the Green party is a vote for Trump, that isn’t entirely the case. Prior to the election, many Arab Americans, allies, and anti-genocide voters had expressed the importance of voting for the Green party as a message to the Biden and Harris administrations that genocide is a staunch red line for many American voters. </span><a href="https://www.newsweek.com/jill-stein-why-vote-green-opinion-1975532"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Newsweek</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> states, &#8220;Roughly 60 percent of us here in the United States now say the two-party system has failed.&#8221; </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Following the election, many Harris voters resorted to social media to express their outrage and fears with Trump’s newly announced presidency by scapegoating Arab Americans, Black men (who voted 78% for Harris, down 2% from 2020) as well as other minorities for the failure of Harris&#8217; campaign. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A series of tweets, TikTok, and social media posts by Democratic voters</span><a href="https://www.blackagendareport.com/liberal-arrogance-and-hatred-display-after-trump-victory"><span style="font-weight: 400;"> displaying</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> racist and disturbing reactions toward Trump&#8217;s victory swarmed social media outlets. Many Democratic strategists blamed others, and even die-hard true-blue Democrats called for death and violence against Arabs and other minorities, as well as calling for the complete obliteration of Gaza, &#8220;When Gaza is Blown off the map, they&#8217;ll have Trump&#8217;s vote to thank.” one user tweets. </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DCCbPNroP_f/?igsh=MWQ1ZGUxMzBkMA=="><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Good luck with new Trump settlements,”</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> another user comments on Instagram. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Another prominent Twitter user by the name of <a href="https://x.com/DerrickDaniello" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Derrick Daniello,</a> whose account was recently suspended, tweets, &#8220;Don&#8217;t worry… they&#8217;re gonna die under Trump.</span> I hope Netanyahu levels Gaza…America isn&#8217;t an Arab state. The craziness we see in Europe will never happen in America.”</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Latino and Hispanic Americans have also been faced with the brunt of the Democratic reaction to Trump’s win, as many Democrats expressed their lack of care and support for the deportation of Latinos and Hispanics who voted for Trump. The American Journalist Ronald Martin told </span><a href="https://www.the-independent.com/news/world/americas/us-politics/democrats-reaction-trump-latinos-b2643998.html"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">the Independent</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, “</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">“If that dude’s [a Trump voter] mama gets deported, that’s on him, and I’m gonna play Scarface’s ‘No Tears,’” expressing no sympathy toward the deportation of Latinos and directing the blame on them for voting for a presidency that many claims is Anti-immigrant. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">While Arab Americans, specifically Palestinian and Lebanese Americans, have been witness to the relentless annihilation of their people and destruction of their homes, the Democratic party and its followers believe that Arab Americans should unequivocally stand by the party that is funding the murder of their families. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">According to the </span><a href="https://turkiye.un.org/en/263401-gaza-number-children-killed-higher-four-years-world-conflict"><span style="font-weight: 400;">United Nations</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, the number of children killed by Israel in Gaza since October 7 is higher than four years of world conflict. Two days before the election, Al Jazeera stated that </span><a href="https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/11/8/nearly-70-percent-of-deaths-in-gaza-are-women-and-children-un"><span style="font-weight: 400;">70%</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> of the Palestinians killed in Gaza have been women and children. </span></p>
<p><b>What&#8217;s next?</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Are American voters seeking justice and reform today, or only when it pertains to them? While the next four years may seem rather bleak, one thing that we Americans can take the time to do is reflect and focus our energy inward toward the failure of the Democratic party that felt imperialism and genocide were more important than winning an election. </span></p>
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		<title>Superior Special Election on Home Rule Charter Set for December 10</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2024 21:28:22 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>On December 10, Superior residents will vote in a special election to approve or reject a proposed Home Rule Charter, a step that could grant the town greater independence in local governance. This election will be conducted entirely by mail. Registered voters will receive ballots by mail, which they can return by post or drop off at the 24-hour ballot box outside Superior Town Hall at 124 E. Coal Creek Drive. Last year, Erie voted to approve its Home Rule Charter. Home Rule allows local municipalities, like Erie, Colorado, to govern themselves with greater autonomy by drafting a municipal charter.</p>
<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://yellowscene.com/2024/11/14/superior-special-election-on-home-rule-charter-set-for-december-10/">Superior Special Election on Home Rule Charter Set for December 10</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://yellowscene.com">Yellow Scene Magazine</a>.</p>
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<p>On December 10, Superior residents will vote in a special election to approve or reject a proposed Home Rule Charter, a step that could grant the town greater independence in local governance. This election will be conducted entirely by mail. Registered voters will receive ballots by mail, which they can return by post or drop off at the 24-hour ballot box outside Superior Town Hall at 124 E. Coal Creek Drive.</p>
<p><a href="https://yellowscene.com/2023/04/30/everything-you-need-to-know-about-eries-home-rule-charter/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Last year</a>, Erie voted to approve its Home Rule Charter. Home Rule allows local municipalities, like Erie, Colorado, to govern themselves with greater autonomy by drafting a municipal charter. This charter enables the town to manage issues such as zoning, taxation, and public health independently rather than following state-mandated rules.</p>
<p>In the context of Erie, adopting Home Rule would give residents more control over local decisions, such as tax collection methods, open space preservation, and council elections. Home Rule charters aim to empower communities with a direct say in governance, which many residents see as a means to preserve local interests and address specific community needs without state intervention.</p>
<p>For those needing an absentee or replacement ballot, applications are available to download online. Completed forms can be submitted by email to <a rel="noopener">elections@crsofcolorado.com</a>.</p>
<p>To help residents understand the details of the Home Rule Charter, Superior will hold two informational sessions at the Superior Community Center, located at 1500 Coalton Road. Each session will cover the same material, providing residents a chance to ask questions and learn about potential impacts. The sessions are scheduled for:</p>
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<li><strong>Thursday, Nov. 14, from 5–6 p.m.</strong></li>
<li><strong><del>Thursday, Dec. 7, from 7–8 p.m.</del> has been moved to Saturday, Dec. 7 at 7:30pm</strong></li>
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<p>The Home Rule Charter is designed to give Superior more control over local issues such as zoning, taxes, and community health policies. If approved, this charter would move decision-making power from the state to the town, allowing residents to shape policies directly affecting their community.</p>
<p>For further information, including the full text of the Home Rule Charter and election notice, visit the town’s <a href="http://SuperiorColorado.gov/HomeRule" target="_blank" rel="noopener">website</a> or contact the commission at <a rel="noopener">homerule@superiorcolorado.gov</a></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>There’s currently very limited public transit options to get from Erie to Boulder, but that could change in the upcoming election It’s been a little over a year now since I became a full-time pedestrian and user of public transportation. My beat-up 2006 Honda Pilot that I had more or less inherited from my mother was on its last legs—with the power steering failing, a driver’s side window that wouldn’t roll down, one working tail light, several dents, and a problem with the locking mechanism—and had finally reached the point where I would rather get rid of the car than</p>
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<p><b>There’s currently very limited public transit options to get from Erie to Boulder, but that could change in the upcoming election</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It’s been a little over a year now since I became a full-time pedestrian and user of public transportation. My beat-up 2006 Honda Pilot that I had more or less inherited from my mother was on its last legs—with the power steering failing, a driver’s side window that wouldn’t roll down, one working tail light, several dents, and a problem with the locking mechanism—and had finally reached the point where I would rather get rid of the car than go to the expense of having it fixed up. Thus, I resigned myself to rely on public transportation, which is harder to do in the Denver-Boulder Metro Area than I fully anticipated, which anyone who has tried to travel between Erie and Boulder can attest to.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Currently, there are limited public transit options from Erie to Boulder via the JUMP bus that picks up at Erie Community Center. In fact, there’s limited transportation to and from Erie and any destination in Colorado, and that’s largely due to a zoning issue. According to the </span><a href="https://www.erieco.gov/2392/RTD-Annexation"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Town of Erie website</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, the main problem is that most of Erie lies outside of the RTD service area, and, by state statute, RTD is not allowed to provide transportation options outside of their service area.</span></p>
<p><b>Car Centric Cities</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The problem becomes that too many cities are based on car-centric planning. </span><a href="https://designdash.com/2024/01/29/the-problem-with-car-centric-cities-for-community-public-health-and-more/"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Design Dash</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> defines a car-centric city as “an urban environment where the design and infrastructure predominantly cater to private vehicles. This setup often includes extensive road networks, large parking areas, and urban planning that prioritizes ease of vehicle access over other transportation methods.”</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Car-centric cities assume that everyone is going to be using a car, resulting in increased traffic, more pollution, and difficulties for the homeless population. As </span><a href="http://www.autolife.umd.umich.edu/Environment/E_Casestudy/E_casestudy.htm"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Dr. Martin V. Melosi from the University of Houston</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> points out, “as much as one-half of a modern American city’s land area is dedicated to streets and roads, parking lots, service stations, driveways, signals and traffic signs, automobile-oriented businesses, car dealerships, and more.” As a number of people on various social media sites have pointed out, if you look at the parking lot surrounding a major stadium, you can see how much more space cars take up than people, with lots far exceeding the size of the stadiums.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">According to an article by Amanda Northrop in </span><a href="https://www.vox.com/features/23191527/urban-planning-friendship-houston-cars-loneliness"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Vox</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, another problem with car-centric cities is the loneliness and isolation among people who can’t easily connect without a car. One result of car-centric city planning has been the development of suburban centers, putting people’s homes at a significant distance from the business center of the metropolitan area, which is where most people work. The “spontaneous encounters” that people experience with friends and strangers on the street become more difficult in car-centric cities. Lily Paliczak at </span><a href="https://commonwealthtimes.org/2024/04/17/car-centric-cities-keep-americans-lonely/"><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Commonwealth Times</span></i></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> agrees with this as she relates the story of moving from Westchester County, New York, to Aix-en-Provence, France, which she describes as a more “people-centric” city where meeting up with friends becomes easy due to the walkability of the city.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://en.institutparisregion.fr/know-how/urban-planning/cities-change-the-world/from-car-oriented-city-to-human-centred-city-region/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Some countries around the world</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> have moved to make their cities more people-centric, such as the UK and Netherlands, which have limited construction on suburban shopping areas, and cities that are investing more in infrastructure and public transportation, such as Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Hong Kong, and one of the United States’ most infamously car-centric cities, Los Angeles. Still, progress has been slow, and many cities need a major overhaul before they truly become people-centric.</span></p>
<p><b>Ballot Measure to Annex Erie</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For my own part, getting around in major cities in the Denver-Boulder metro area is not that hard, but I tend to balk at the idea of traveling between cities, knowing that it’s bound to be more complicated than it’s worth. In keeping the majority of the Town of Erie outside of RTD’s service area, Erie essentially becomes a car-centric city. But there remains hope that this will change in the coming months. The annexation of the city to RTD’s service area will require approval from voters, and the process to do that has already begun. In a </span><a href="https://rtd.iqm2.com/Citizens/FileOpen.aspx?Type=1&amp;ID=4347&amp;Inline=True"><span style="font-weight: 400;">special board meeting</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> held by RTD on July 25, the board of directors passed a resolution calling for the issue to be voted on in the November 5 election.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The current sample ballot for the Town of Erie doesn’t show the question about annexation, but RTD project manager Chris Quinn told me that RTD had an agreement with Erie that the issue would be placed on the ballot for this coming election and, as far as he knows, the issue will be on the ballot. Unfortunately, the decision remains largely in the hands of Erie voters, leaving the residents of Boulder hoping for easier transportation to Erie to watch on expectantly. But hopefully, the residents of Erie make the correct choice in making their city more people-centric and less car-centric.</span></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Tots Opps 45th Annual Halloween Parade &#38; Trick or Treat Street Saturday, Oct. 26, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Roosevelt Community Park, Longmont The costume parade and Trick or treat Street is back for another year to march down Main Street Longmont. Apex Foundation Trick or Trot 5K &#38; Halloween Candy Hunt Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 26 and 27, 9 a.m &#8211; 10 a.m.. at 13150 W. 72nd Ave., Arvada Proceeds from this Halloween-themed fun run and candy hunt go to the non-profit Apex Foundation. Halloween Drag Bingo Wednesday, Oct. 30, at 7 p.m, at Fire Restaurant &#38; Lounge on. Take</p>
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<h1><b>Tots Opps</b></h1>
<p><a href="https://longmontcolorado.gov/calendar/45th-annual-halloween-parade-trick-or-treat-street/"><b>45th Annual Halloween Parade &amp; Trick or Treat Street</b><b><br />
</b></a><i>Saturday, Oct. 26, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Roosevelt Community Park, Longmont</i><i><br />
</i>The costume parade and Trick or treat Street is back for another year to march down Main Street Longmont.</p>
<p><a href="https://runsignup.com/Race/Events/CO/Arvada/TrickTrot"><b>Apex Foundation Trick or Trot 5K &amp; Halloween Candy Hunt</b><b><br />
</b></a><i>Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 26 and 27, 9 a.m &#8211; 10 a.m.. at 13150 W. 72nd Ave., Arvada</i><i><br />
</i>Proceeds from this Halloween-themed fun run and candy hunt go to the non-profit Apex Foundation.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/halloween-drag-bingo-tickets-980342208937"><b>Halloween Drag Bingo</b></a></p>
<p><i>Wednesday, Oct. 30, at 7 p.m, at Fire Restaurant &amp; Lounge on. </i></p>
<p>Take your friends for a fun night of drinks and drag queen bingo.</p>
<p><a href="https://allevents.in/denver/halloween-kids-fest/200027015540154"><b>Halloween Kids Fest</b><b><br />
</b></a><i>Saturday Oct. 26, 9 a.m. &#8211; 3 p.m. at the Denver Aquarium</i><i><br />
</i>Kids in costume with an adult receive half-price admission cost. Festivities include a not-so-haunted train ride, pumpkin painting, monster mural coloring, science experiments, and shows.</p>
<p><a href="https://tickets.coloradosymphony.org/7082"><b>Halloween Spooktacular!  </b></a><i></i></p>
<p><i>Sunday, Oct. 27, 2:30 p.m., Colorado Symphony</i></p>
<p>Featuring Halloween music from films, television, and more. Families can attend wearing costumes.</p>
<p><a href="https://boulderdowntown.com/events/munchkin-masquerade"><b>Munchkin Masquerade</b><b><br />
</b></a><i>Thursday, Oct. 31, 3-6 p.m. at Pearl Street, Boulder</i><i><br />
</i>Recommended for children 12 years or younger, Pearl Street opens for trick-or-treaters on Halloween night.</p>
<p><a href="https://thedairy.org/event/pottery-workshop-halloween-themed-platter/"><b>Pottery Workshop: Halloween </b></a></p>
<p><i>Saturday, Oct. 12, 1 p.m. &#8211; 4 p.m. at The Dairy Arts Center in Boulder</i></p>
<p>Participants will partake in pottery lessons and be able to create their own Halloween styled plate.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spooky-sweet-skeletons-cookie-decorating-class-at-the-erie-social-club-registration-1010558627057"><b>Spooky Skeleton Cookie Decorating Class</b></a></p>
<p><i>Wednesday Oct. 16, 6 p.m. &#8211; 7:30 p.m. at Erie Social Club</i></p>
<p>Learn how to design and make Skeleton cookies just in time for your Halloween Festivities.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/paint-sip-halloween-gnomes-tickets-984969740007"><b>Paint &amp; Sip Halloween Gnomes </b></a></p>
<p><i>Tuesday, Sept. 24, at 6 p.m. at the Empourium Brewery </i>Come for a fun-filled afternoon of painting spooky gnomes and good drinks.</p>
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<h1><b>Shows &amp; Events</b></h1>
<p><a href="https://feverup.com/m/114605?srsltid=AfmBOoruunu5erxa3HwxafrQHuafvFJfmPQbokgCFxsHcSYhddydolQj"><b>Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics</b></a></p>
<p><i>Wednesday, Oct. 30, and Thursday, Oct. 31, 6:30 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. at Wings Over the Rockies Air &amp; Space Museum, Denver</i></p>
<p>A candlelight concert to Halloween-inspired music.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/boos-brews-halloween-5k-number-38-2024-co-brewery-running-series-tickets-777240987717"><b>Boos and Brews Halloween 5k</b><b><br />
</b></a><i>Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Number Thirty Eight, Denver</i><i><br />
</i>Finish the 5K course and celebrate with a free beer.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-official-halloween-bar-crawl-boulder-7th-annual-tickets-765117796927"><b>Boulder’s Official Halloween Bar Crawl</b><b><br />
</b></a><i>Saturday Oct. 26, 4 p.m. &#8211; 8 p.m. check in at 1534 Pearl St., Boulder</i><i><br />
</i>Enjoy drink specials while participating in fun games and contests along the way.</p>
<p><a href="https://events.humanitix.com/denver-happy-hour-halloween-bar-crawl"><b>Denver Happy Hour Halloween Weekend Bar Crawl</b><b><br />
</b></a><i>Saturday, Oct. 19, 4 p.m. &#8211; 10 p.m. at Market St., Denver</i><i><br />
</i>Come ball crawling in costumes in Denver. Get cover fees waived and discounts on drinks or win big during the costume contest.</p>
<p><a href="https://elitchgardens.com/fright-fest/"><b>Elitch Gardens Fright Fest</b><b><br />
</b></a><i>Wednesday, Sept. 30 through Nov. 5 at Elitch Gardens, Denver</i><i><br />
</i>Elitch has normal family-fun during the day and fright by night.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.coloradoevents.org/exotica-erotica-ball"><b>Exotica Erotica Ball</b><b><br />
</b></a><i>Tuesday, Oct. 31, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. at the Riverside, Boulder</i><i><br />
</i>Wear adult-themed masquerade and indulge in risqué interactive entertainment at Colorado’s longest-running Halloween event.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ghosts-and-goblins-5k10k-2024-tickets-750956379747"><b>Ghosts &amp; Goblin 5k</b><b><br />
</b></a><i>Sunday, Oct. 27, 9 a.m. at City Park, Denver</i><i><br />
</i>Join in a Halloween-themed run.</p>
<p><a href="https://museumofboulder.org/events/halloween-dance-class-on-the-rooftop-with-boulder-parks-and-rec/"><b>Halloween Dance Class on the Rooftop</b><b><br />
</b></a><i>Saturday, Oct. 19 from 10 a.m. &#8211; 11 a.m.. at the Museum of Boulder</i><i><br />
</i>Take a fun, Halloween-themed Zumba class on the rooftop to kick off the Halloweekend.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/adults-kids-turn-old-dolls-into-spooky-halloween-dolls-tickets-1002605358617?aff=erelexpmlt"><b>Adults and Kids: Turn Old Dolls Into Halloween Dolls</b><b><br />
</b></a><i>Saturday, Oct. 19, 2-4 p.m. at Park Hill Treasures, Denver</i><i><br />
</i>Create a spooky Halloween decoration out of old ceramic or rubber dolls.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/halloween-goat-yoga-october-12th-yoga-six-northfield-tickets-863247254777"><b>Halloween Goat Yoga</b><b><br />
</b></a><i>Saturday Oct. 12, 2024 10 am &#8211; 11 am, 12 pm &#8211; 1 pm at Yoga six </i><i><br />
</i>A goat yoga session when costumes are encouraged.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.bouldercoloradousa.com/event/spooky-date-night-halloween-stained-glass-class/43361/"><b>Halloween Themed Date Night: Stained Glass &amp; Chill</b></a></p>
<p><i>Oct. 26 &#8211; 31, 6 p.m. &#8211; 8 p.m. at Colorado Glassworks, Boulder</i></p>
<p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/4th-annual-motown-haunted-prom-halloween-dance-party-tickets-999437864557"><b>Motown Haunted Prom (A Halloween Dance Party)</b><b><br />
</b></a><i>Saturday Oct. 26, 8 p.m. &#8211; 10:30 p.m. at Roots Music Project, Boulder</i><i><br />
</i>Groove to live Motown hits in your costume for the 3rd annual Motown Haunted Prom.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.unation.com/event/nightmare-on-shimmy-street-a-theatrical-bellydance-halloween-event-2024-54755978/"><b>Nightmare on Shimmy Street, A Theatrical Bellydance Halloween Event</b><b><br />
</b></a><i>Saturday, Oct. 12, 6:30 p.m. &#8211; 8:30 p.m. at Althea Center for Engaged Spirituality</i><i><br />
</i>Egyptian deities, witches, and more will perform a Halloween-themed performance.</p>
<p><a href="https://denverconvention.com/events/details/oddities-and-curiosities-expo"><b>Oddities and Curiosities Expo</b><b><br />
</b></a><i>Sept. 28 and 29, at 10 a.m. at Colorado Convention Center, Denver</i><i><br />
</i>The expo showcases all things weird including horror and Halloween-inspired pieces.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spooktacular-critters-session-2-tickets-950201687827"><b>Spooktacular Critters Session 2 </b><b><br />
</b></a><i>Wednesday, Oct. 30, 6:45 p.m. &#8211; 7:30 p.m. at Louisville Recreation Center</i><i><br />
</i>Learn about snakes, spiders, bats, and create a critter craft, for ages four and up.</p>
<p><a href="https://thedairy.org/event/boulder-magic-show-halloween/2024-10-26/1/"><b>Boulder Magic Show: Halloween</b></a> <b><i> </i></b></p>
<p><i>Sunday Oct. 27, from 2 p.m. &#8211; 3 p.m. at the Dairy Arts Center, 2590 Walnut St. Boulder. </i></p>
<p>Visitors can expect a family-friendly spooky magical show just in time for Halloween!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/halloween-nightmare-on-curtis-street-tickets-1010142973827"><b>Halloween Nightmare on Curtis Street</b></a><i> </i></p>
<p><i>Oct. 25 at 8 p.m. at the Ellie Caulkins Opera house in Denver </i></p>
<p>The opera is premiering its spooky rendition of Nightmare on Curtis Street!</p>
<p><a href="https://ticketswestmtn.evenue.net/events/OTF"><b>Halloween Laser Magic and Mysterious Moons </b></a><b></b></p>
<p><b>premiering </b><i>from Sept. 19 &#8211; Oct. 31 at Fiske Planetarium 2414 Regent Dr. Boulder, CO </i></p>
<p>This expo explores the moons of our solar system followed by a Halloween themed laser show.</p>
<p><b><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/4th-annual-motown-haunted-prom-halloween-dance-party-tickets-999437864557">4th Annual Motown Haunted Prom Halloween Dance Party</a> </b></p>
<p><i>on October 26, 2024. Doors open at 7:00pm and show starts at 8:00PM. 4747 Pearl , Suite V3A, Boulder, 80301.</i></p>
<p>Come dressed up in your favorite costume or crash the party for a night out on the town as the live 8 piece band takes you on a tour of the classic Motown and Soul music from Detroit to Memphis.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.velvetelklounge.com/"><b>Los Cheesies Creepadelic Halloween Concert at The Velvet Elk Lounge</b></a></p>
<p><i>on October 26 at 8:00 PM at the Velvet Elk Lounge</i><i> 1298 Spruce St. Boulder CO.</i></p>
<p>A high energy Psychedelic concert with creepy visual and sound effects, theatrical surprises, wild exotic dancers, and a costume contest. It will be a Halloween celebration that will blow your Cheesie mind!!!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/e46dcb72-ebe5-4848-9e26-8568b0ac4b5c"><b>10th Annual Rave To The Grave: Boogie Nightmares on October 19th,</b></a></p>
<p><i> from 5:00-10:30PM at 600 Park Drive, Lyons.</i></p>
<p>Join us at Lavern Johnson Park for the 10th Annual Rave to the Grave &#8211; Boogie Nightmares.</p>
<p><a href="https://longmontcolorado.gov/museum/events-performances/day-of-the-dead/"><strong>Day of the Dead, Longmont Museum</strong></a></p>
<p><strong>Día de Muertos Exhibition</strong></p>
<p><em>Oct. 12 – Nov. 5; free at the Museum</em></p>
<p><strong>Day of the Dead Family Celebration</strong></p>
<p><em>Saturday, Oct. 12, 11 am – 3 pm, Downtown Longmont at 4th Avenue &amp; Main Street; free!</em></p>
<p><strong>Noche de Museo: Celebrating Day of the Dead</strong></p>
<p><em>Saturday, Nov. 2, 7 pm; $18 general admission, $15 members</em></p>
<p><a href="https://brightonarmory.org/192/Remembrance-Community-Celebration"><b>Dia De Los Muertos Art Show Art Reception</b></a></p>
<p><i>on October 26, from 4:00-9:00PM at The Armory Performing Arts Center, 300 Strong St. Brighton</i><i>.</i></p>
<p>This is a community event featuring: Aztec dance performance by Huitzilopochtli, free sugar skulls and face painting, local vendors, food trucks, and a cash bar. The Colorado Youth Mariachi Program will be performing. There is a free concert by LatinSoul Band from 7pm-9pm</p>
<p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/denver-halloween-weekend-bar-crawl-tickets-882346651587"><b>Denver Halloween Weekend Bar Crawl on October 19th</b></a></p>
<p><i>from 4:00-11:00PM at 1437 Market Street, Denver, 80202, US.</i></p>
<p>This event will take you on an adventure through only the best venues this city has to offer! Picture yourself and hundreds of fellow Halloween enthusiasts, all dressed in their spooky but sexy costumes, creeping from one eerie bar to the next.</p>
<p><b><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jacquees-halloween-party-tickets-1015690366227">Jacquees Halloween Party</a> </b></p>
<p><i>on October 31 at 9:00PM at Stampede, 2430 S Havana St, Aurora.</i></p>
<p>Get ready for a night of electrifying music and spine-chilling fun! Costume Contest, Prizes, Refreshments. How to Enter: Simply come dressed to impress and have a blast! (21+)</p>
<h1><b>Mazes ‘n’ Pumpkin Patches </b></h1>
<p><a href="https://www.7thgenerationfarm.com"><b>7th Generation Farm</b></a></p>
<p><i>Fall festivities begin on Sept. 27 &#8211; Nov. 3, 2024. Hours are Tuesday-Thursday 12 pm &#8211; 6 pm and Friday &#8211; Sunday 9 a.m. &#8211; 6:30 p.m. at 100 S 96th St Louisville, CO 80027 Phone: 720.499.8199</i></p>
<p>This farm offers pre-picked or U-pick pumpkins. Visitors can get lost in the hay bale maze or climb the big bale hay mountain. Visitors can see the cows, sheep, horses, goats, chickens, ducks, geese, pigs, and two dogs living on the farm.</p>
<p><a href="https://andersonfarms.com/pricing/"><b>Anderson Farms</b></a></p>
<p><i>Events begin on Sept. 25 &#8211; Nov. 2,  2024, at  6728 County Road 3-1/4 Erie, Colorado 80516 </i></p>
<p><i>Phone: (303) 828-5210 Email: info@andersonfarms.com</i></p>
<p>The farm is home to the first corn maze in Colorado and has a long history dating back to 1911. Visitors at the farm can experience the fall festival, terror in the corn, zombie paintball, private campfire sites, and the pumpkin patch.</p>
<p><a href="https://cottonwoodfarms.com"><b>Cottonwood Farms</b></a></p>
<p><i>Open every day after Sept. 28 until Oct. 31, 2024, </i></p>
<p><i>Hours are from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at 10600 Isabelle Rd., Lafayette</i></p>
<p>Visitors can buy pumpkins, squash, and decorative fall items. There is a corn maze for the family and a straw bale maze for the kids. Prepaid admissions are encouraged on weekends and can be purchased a week in advance.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.munsonfarms.com/new-page-2"><b>Munson Farms</b></a></p>
<p><i>Open mid Sept. through Oct. 31, Hours are from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. at 75th &amp; Valmont Boulder, Co 80301</i></p>
<p><i>Phone: (720) 491-1421</i></p>
<p>This U-pick patch has many varieties of pumpkins along with a farm stand. Admission is free, and produce is priced by the pound.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.c3gov.com/living-in/community-events/fall-fest"><b>Fall Fest</b></a><b> </b></p>
<p><i>Open on Oct. 5, 2024, at Eagle Point Recreation Center, Commerce City, Hours are from 10 a.m. &#8211; 5 p.m.</i></p>
<p><i>Phone: (303) 289-3760</i></p>
<p>You can experience a lovely pumpkin patch for the kids, there will also be a brand new feature called the “Beer Garden” where kids can go get candy, take pictures in the park, and a series of other activities throughout the gym.</p>
<p><a href="https://rockymtnpumpkinranch.com"><b>Rocky Mountain Pumpkin Ranch</b></a></p>
<p><i>Open Daily from from Oct. 1st &#8211; Oct. 30th, Hours are 9:00 a.m. &#8211; 6 p.m Oct. 31, </i></p>
<p><i>**The farm closes at 4 p.m.</i></p>
<p>Visitors during the week can experience a more mellow visit. Groups like daycares, schools, and recreational groups are welcome. The weekends are more robust with carnival rides, a petting zoo, face painting, a food truck, and U-pick pumpkins.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.thebeehuggerfarm.com"><b>The Bee Hugger Farm</b></a></p>
<p><i>Open everyday in Sept. and Oct., Hours are from 8 a.m. -8:00 p.m. at 12590 Ute Hwy, Longmont</i></p>
<p>Open almost always, except for when private events are booked, the farm is open for self-guided experiences and operates on an honor system — pay for pumpkins using cash or Venmo, but entrance is free. Visitors can explore and climb on the tractors and observe the bees. Hay rides and pony rides can be arranged along with group or photographer experiences.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.vtpumpkinpatch.com"><b>VT Pumpkin Patch</b></a></p>
<p><i>Open daily from Oct. 1 &#8211; Oct. 31 2024, Hours are Thursday and Friday  2 p.m. &#8211; 6p.m., and Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. &#8211; 6 p.m., in Boulder County</i></p>
<p>Started in 2021, this family-friendly patch is great for people of all ages to come pick out their perfect pumpkin.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/485079994231984/?rdid=OQeCXFtiUcGIn0ky&amp;share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2FCSfao82Hyy2uaH9a%2F"><b>Mo Town Haunted Prom Party</b></a></p>
<p><i>Saturday, Oct. 26, at 8:00 p.m., on Pearl Street.</i></p>
<p>Attendees can expect a throwback to the spooky sixties, with a costume theme and drinks of all sorts.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/8116077748477064/?rdid=tQqufqpV9iJsF0vE&amp;share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2FfwPuQN1kxB3tgAt9%2F"><b>Creepadelic Halloween Concert </b></a></p>
<p><i>Saturday, Oct. 26, 8:00 p.m. at Velvet Elk Lounge </i></p>
<p>Visitors can expect a psychedelic concert with creepy visuals and sound effects, the perfect ambiance for a spooky evening.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/933199932156983/?rdid=CpeugYuu9XuU3dqc&amp;share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2FUhEjwVn8NywTrvhT%2F"><b>10th Annual Rave to the Grave</b></a></p>
<p><i>Saturday, Oct. 19, 5:00 p.m. &#8211; 10:30 p.m. at Lavern M Johnson park</i></p>
<p>Featuring Djs like gogoLab, DJ Double A and more!</p>
<p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2537266933139536/?rdid=WZgnkjWPhjUqa5s1&amp;share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2FmM27zFjvaJxzSEtZ%2F"><b>Dia De Los Muertos Art Show</b></a></p>
<p><i>Saturday, Oct. 26, 4:00 p.m. &#8211; 9:00 p.m. at the Armory Performing Arts Center</i></p>
<p>A day of the dead art exhibition featuring Aztec dancers, free sugar skulls, and face painting.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1428634127831901/?rdid=SJdYBfbRJAY8SHf8&amp;share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F15Ux1D3mBbzY7Gvk%2F"><b>Denver Halloween Bar Crawl </b></a></p>
<p><i>Saturday, Oct. 19, 4:30 p.m. &#8211; 11:00 p.m., on Market Street</i></p>
<p>Enjoy an ultimate night of Halloween themed bar hopping.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1085053683140249/?rdid=5xdpxzhyBq45XzMl&amp;share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F9hx68cNvTLbxsxBE%2F"><b>Jacquees Halloween Party</b></a></p>
<p><i>Thursday, Oct. 31, 9:00 p.m. at Club Stampede</i></p>
<p>A night full of electrifying music and spooky fun!</p>
<h1><b>Haunted Houses &amp; Other Scares</b></h1>
<p><strong><a href="https://13thfloorhauntedhouse.com/">13th Floor</a></strong></p>
<p><em>3400 E. 52nd Ave, Denver</em></p>
<p>Billed as one of the Top 5 most terrifying haunted houses in the United States</p>
<p><a href="https://www.boulderescaperoom.com"><b>Boulder Escape Room</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Open daily 12-8 p.m. at 13th Street #LL60, Boulder<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Locally owned and operated, solve puzzles and explore the underworld of Pearl Street.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.discoverbouldertours.com/pearl-street-paranormal/"><b>Boulder Ghost Tour</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Fridays and Saturdays at 6 p.m. at Pearl Street, Boulder<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Meet the ghosts of Boulder’ s Pearl Street Mall during a haunted walking tour.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://denverterrors.com/"><strong>Denver Terrors</strong></a>, Tours</p>
<p>Denver Ghost Tours offer an unflinching look at the seething darkness within the Queen City of the West. Join us nightly for a unique collection of captivating and unnerving historical stories that reveal what makes Denver one of the West’s most compelling haunted destinations.</p>
<p><a href="https://tickets.thefrightmarecompound.com/"><strong>Frightmare Compound</strong></a></p>
<p><em>September 13th &#8211; November 2th, 2024, <a title="Get Directions to The Frightmare Compound" href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/The+Frightmare+Compound/@39.8917262,-105.0841887,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x876b8bd48083cc19:0xf0434794a4b5f87b!8m2!3d39.8917262!4d-105.082?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">10798 Yukon St Westminster, CO 80021</a></em></p>
<p>Terror lurks on the grounds of The Frightmare Compound as you make your way through the scariest horror house near Denver.</p>
<p class="p1"><a href="http://hauntedfieldofscreams.com"><strong>Haunted Field of Screams</strong></a></p>
<p class="p3"><i>10451 McKay Rd, Thornton</i></p>
<p class="p3"><em>Open Th &#8211; Sun, and on the 31st</em></p>
<p class="p3"><em>Prices from $39.99 to $69.99</em></p>
<p class="p1">This epic horror show offers a classic maze, multi themed haunted house, escape room, and zombie shooting game.</p>
<p><strong><a href="https://hellscreamhaunt.com/">HellScream Haunted House</a></strong></p>
<p><em>3021 N Hancock Ave, Colorado Springs</em></p>
<p>For over a decade and a half, HellScream Haunted House has redefined the boundaries of fear, offering an intense, cutting-edge, multi-story, multi-attraction experience that has thrilled and terrified visitors year after year.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.hauntedstagestop.com/"><strong>Haunted Stage Stop</strong></a></p>
<p><em>60 Main St, Rollinsville, CO</em></p>
<p><b>Spookygrass Presents Haunted Stage Stop is an immersive walk-through haunted house in an actually haunted historic venue in Rollinsville, Colorado.</b></p>
<p><a href="https://terrorinthecorn.com"><b>Terror in the Corn</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sept. 22 through Oct. 29, purchase tickets for specific time slots, Anderson Farms, Erie<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">A mile-long immersive haunted corn maze filled with your darkest fears.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://theemptygrave.com"><b>The Empty Grave Haunted House</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">October, tickets available for select times, at Wibby Brewing, 218 Kimbark Street, Longmont<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Come face to face with your fears as you survive one night during the graveyard shift of the workers at the Longmont Food Co.’s turkey factory.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.theritualhauntedhouse.com/"><strong>The Ritual Haunted House</strong></a></p>
<p>301 Englewood Pkwy, Englewood</p>
<p>The Ritual begins inside a rickety shack, barely held together with the souls of the damned.</p>
<h1><b>Local Costume Shops</b></h1>
<p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/CrimsonRoseMasquerade/"><b>Crimson Rose Masquerade</b></a></p>
<p><i>Wednesday through Saturday 11 a.m. &#8211; 6 p.m.; Sunday 12 p.m. &#8211; 5 p.m. at 1456 South Broadway, Denver</i></p>
<p>Crimson Rose offers a selection of high-end costumes, fancy dress apparel, corsets, and masks.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.disguisescostumes.com"><b>Disguises</b></a></p>
<p><i>Monday through Friday 11 a.m. &#8211; 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-7 p.m., and Sunday 12 p.m. &#8211; 6 p.m. at 9797 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood</i></p>
<p>One of the largest costume stores in the region, it offers a large selection of costumes for purchase and rental.</p>
<p><a href="https://gottacostume.com"><b>Gott-A-Costume</b></a></p>
<p><i>Monday through Friday 12 p.m. &#8211; 7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 15167 E. Hampden Ave., Aurora</i></p>
<p>This costume store offers costume purchases and rental options as well as character rentals for parties.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.reinkebrothers.com/store/"><b>Reinke Brothers, Inc.</b></a></p>
<p><i>Halloween season hours: Sunday through Thursday 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.- 12 a.m.  at 5663 S. Prince Street, Littleton</i></p>
<p>Not only a costume store, Reinke Bros. has a haunted mansion inside. They offer a child-friendly version of the haunted mansion with lights staying on.</p>
<p><a href="https://the-ritz.squarespace.com"><b>The Ritz</b></a></p>
<p><i>Monday through Wednesday 12 p.m.-7 p.m., Thursday through Saturday 12 p.m &#8211; 8 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m. &#8211; 6 p.m. at 959 Walnut Street, Boulder</i></p>
<p>Bringing costume visions into reality, customers can rent or buy their costumes with the help of friendly staff.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.wizardschest.com"><b>The Wizard’s Chest</b></a></p>
<p><i>10 a.m.-7 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday through Friday at 451 Broadway, Denver</i></p>
<p>This magical toy store and costume shop has costumes for all ages.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>&#160; Main Street Longmont offers it all Chris Curtis I put forth the challenge of a meal focused on indulgence to the Gafner Group, who operate three concepts on Main Street Longmont. I wanted to see if they could create a meal that felt cohesive while uplifting local products. I also wanted an experience that anyone could easily recreate for an indulgent night out. The three concepts are within easy walking distance of each other on the flower lined, tree-filled street and I knew it would make for a great dining adventure. Jefe’s &#124; Longmont &#8211; The Chips + Dips</p>
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<h2><b>Main Street Longmont offers it all</b></h2>
<p><em>Chris Curtis</em></p>
<p>I put forth the challenge of a meal focused on indulgence to the Gafner Group, who operate three concepts on Main Street Longmont. <strong>I wanted to see if they could create a meal that felt cohesive while uplifting local products. I also wanted an experience that anyone could easily recreate for an indulgent night out.</strong> The three concepts are within easy walking distance of each other on the flower lined, tree-filled street and I knew it would make for a great dining adventure.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-large wp-image-73484" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jefes_October__indulgence_yellow-scene-magazine_2024-09-1024x682.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="453" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jefes_October__indulgence_yellow-scene-magazine_2024-09-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jefes_October__indulgence_yellow-scene-magazine_2024-09-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jefes_October__indulgence_yellow-scene-magazine_2024-09-768x511.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jefes_October__indulgence_yellow-scene-magazine_2024-09.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></p>
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<p><a href="https://jefeslongmont.com/"><b>Jefe’s</b></a><b> | Longmont &#8211; The Chips + Dips Quatro</b></p>
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<p><b>Extravagance: </b>My indulgent afternoon began at Jefe’s, located at the southern end of Main Street. It was like walking into the epitome of joy. Bright colors abounded, juxtaposed with the dark floors and beautiful bar along an entire wall. The Chips + Dips Quatro arrived along with the four margaritas that make up their Margarita Flight. It’s an extravagant display of bites and sips that are made in-house daily. The guacamole takes the richness of the avocado and contrasts it with a bright pico de gallo on top. <strong>The queso ate smooth and creamy.</strong><br />
<strong><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-73485 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jefes_Aug24__indulgence_yellow-scene-magazine_2024-09-200x300.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jefes_Aug24__indulgence_yellow-scene-magazine_2024-09-200x300.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jefes_Aug24__indulgence_yellow-scene-magazine_2024-09-682x1024.jpg 682w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jefes_Aug24__indulgence_yellow-scene-magazine_2024-09-768x1153.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jefes_Aug24__indulgence_yellow-scene-magazine_2024-09.jpg 799w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Coupled with the spice from local Buckner Family Farm’s chorizo, you can’t help shoveling it in with the gluten free homemade chips</strong>. A 50-year-old salsa recipe lightened things up a bit before I dove into the rich, earthy, velvety bean dip. Not to be outdone, the margaritas called out to be sipped alongside the dipstravaganza. The best selling toasted coconut margarita offered a tropical reprieve from the rich dips. The citrus notes of the house margarita and the delightful frozen strawberry were like smiles in a glass. Lastly, the mango, with a housemade rim, tasted like a richer tajin, reminding you why mangos are a staple in the margarita scene. Hannah, my hostess, summed up this extravagant appetizer indulgence better than me. “Why choose one when you can have them all?”</p>
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<p><a href="https://99barlongmont.com/"><b>99 Bar Saloon</b></a><b> | Longmont &#8211; Brek Burger</b></p>
<p><b>Decadence: </b>A short walk brought me to 99 Bar Saloon. With its dark and rustic interior, patrons find themselves transported to an old time saloon right out of a Western, but with a bit of a chic, modern vibe. Decadence lurks in the dark corners, just waiting to be let loose on my palate.<strong> I ordered the Breck Burger. Cream cheese, cowboy candy — a sweet, jammy jalapeño concoction that served as a great bridge between my appetizer and main course rounds</strong> — bacon, lettuce, tomato, and barbeque mayo check all the boxes for creamy, spicy, salty, and decadent. My server asked if I’d like to make it a double. I indulged without hesitation. As I pondered the sides, my eyes locked in on the mac and cheese.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-73491 " src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/99-bar-saloon-burger_Branded-Beet_indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-200x300.jpg" alt="" width="365" height="548" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/99-bar-saloon-burger_Branded-Beet_indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-200x300.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/99-bar-saloon-burger_Branded-Beet_indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-682x1024.jpg 682w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/99-bar-saloon-burger_Branded-Beet_indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-768x1153.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/99-bar-saloon-burger_Branded-Beet_indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09.jpg 799w" sizes="(max-width: 365px) 100vw, 365px" /><br />
Dare I?</p>
<p>Oh, yes. I dare.</p>
<p>My burger arrived and as the juice dribbled down my chin and I dug into the creamy mac and cheese I was reminded that indulgence can take many forms and the decadence of indulging in comfort food should never be ignored.</p>
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<p><b>99 Bar Saloon | Longmont &#8211; Old Fashioned</b></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-73492 " src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/99-bar-saloon-liquor-shelf_Branded-Beet_indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-200x300.jpg" alt="" width="303" height="455" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/99-bar-saloon-liquor-shelf_Branded-Beet_indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-200x300.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/99-bar-saloon-liquor-shelf_Branded-Beet_indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-682x1024.jpg 682w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/99-bar-saloon-liquor-shelf_Branded-Beet_indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-768x1153.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/99-bar-saloon-liquor-shelf_Branded-Beet_indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09.jpg 799w" sizes="(max-width: 303px) 100vw, 303px" /><b>Premium: </b><a href="https://copperskydistillery.com/">Copper Sky Distillery</a> is located a block off Main Street Longmont. They strive to bring an elevated experience to their customers by offering premium spirits without the premium price. 99 Bar Saloon made fine use of their bourbon in one of my favorite cocktails, an Old Fashioned. The complexity of the caramel flavors, bitters, and demerara sugar provided a sweet reprieve from the richness of the loaded double burger and mac and cheese, allowing me to indulge more and more in those decadent bites, which deserve nothing less than a cocktail with premium spirits.</p>
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<p><a href="https://theroostlongmont.com/"><b>The Roost</b></a><b> | Longmont &#8211; Bourbon Cheesecake</b></p>
<p><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-73506 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/copper-sky-bourbon-whiskey_photo-by-chris-curtis_indulgence_yellow-scene-magazine_2024-09-225x300.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/copper-sky-bourbon-whiskey_photo-by-chris-curtis_indulgence_yellow-scene-magazine_2024-09-225x300.jpg 225w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/copper-sky-bourbon-whiskey_photo-by-chris-curtis_indulgence_yellow-scene-magazine_2024-09-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/copper-sky-bourbon-whiskey_photo-by-chris-curtis_indulgence_yellow-scene-magazine_2024-09-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/copper-sky-bourbon-whiskey_photo-by-chris-curtis_indulgence_yellow-scene-magazine_2024-09.jpg 1458w" sizes="(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px" />Satiation: </b>Finally, I waddled my way up to The Roost, my third and last stop on this indulgent adventure through the Gafner Group’s concepts. Located at the northern end of Main Street, I found myself on their beautiful rooftop patio, the perfect setting for what awaited me. An indulgent meal should end with an indulgent dessert and it arrived in the form of Bourbon Cheesecake. The cherry compote reminded me of the luxardo cherry I shamelessly dug out of my old fashioned glass at my last stop, creating a great bridge between these two courses. <strong>The dessert capitalized on my experience through the notes of bourbon, orange-candied pecans, brown sugar crust, and Chantilly cream. It’s a sweet, tart, creamy combo with flavors and textures for days.</strong> I’m usually satiated by a regular piece of cheesecake, but this indulgent one definitely put the cherry on top of my meal.</p>
<p><b>The Roost | Longmont &#8211; Cherry Rye</b></p>
<p><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-73503 " src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/the-roost-longmont-Cherry-Rye_Branded-Beet_indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-200x300.jpg" alt="" width="254" height="381" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/the-roost-longmont-Cherry-Rye_Branded-Beet_indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-200x300.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/the-roost-longmont-Cherry-Rye_Branded-Beet_indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-682x1024.jpg 682w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/the-roost-longmont-Cherry-Rye_Branded-Beet_indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-768x1153.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/the-roost-longmont-Cherry-Rye_Branded-Beet_indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09.jpg 799w" sizes="(max-width: 254px) 100vw, 254px" />Fulfillment: </b>My Bourbon Cheesecake arrived accompanied by a cocktail dubbed the Cherry Rye. It featured a ginger beer made by <a href="https://kurescraftbev.com/">Kures Craft Beverage Company</a> out of Loveland. It’s an all natural product made up of only four ingredients that are all easy to pronounce. The ginger beer offered an effervescence to the cocktail, making it a complement to the indulgent cheesecake. The pairing occurred through a housemade cherry shrub. The shrub offered a fulfilling flavor to the cocktail with its blend of cherries, aromatics, sugar, and vinegar. Whiskey based, the Cherry Rye’s tart profile enabled me to return again and again to the cheesecake, creating a delightful conversation between the two. Fulfilled and satiated, I took a much needed walk back to my car and marveled at how these three diverse concepts came together for this multi-course, indulgent meal on Main Street Longmont.</p>
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<h2><b>Walk-Up Meals</b></h2>
<p><em>Kristen Richard</em></p>
<p>Sitting down at a restaurant, ordering off the menu, and chatting with friends or family while waiting for your dish is always a nice reprieve from the world. But sometimes your evening calls for something a bit less, well, structured. <strong>Enter food trucks and dining halls. Peppered across the front range, these establishments serve cuisine from all over, all while providing a laid-back atmosphere. From the appetizer to the dessert</strong>, here are some of our favorite spots for when the “treat yourself” mood strikes.</p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-73509" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/gator-tails-food-truck_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="768" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/gator-tails-food-truck_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/gator-tails-food-truck_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/gator-tails-food-truck_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p>
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<p><a href="https://gatortails.com/"><b>Gator Tails Food Truck</b></a><b> | Longmont — Gator Bites</b></p>
<p>Yes, you read that right, alligator.</p>
<p>Bryce Hansen, owner of Gator Tails, launched in December of last year, was determined to bring Cajun and Creole dishes to the Front Range. Dishes that he wasn’t able to find at many places out here. But why this cuisine specifically?</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-73507 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/gator-tails-food-truck-food-bites_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-300x296.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="296" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/gator-tails-food-truck-food-bites_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-300x296.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/gator-tails-food-truck-food-bites_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-1024x1011.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/gator-tails-food-truck-food-bites_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-768x758.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/gator-tails-food-truck-food-bites_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09.jpg 1290w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" />“New Orleans culture and food, well that’s true America right there,” said Hansen, with a smile. Admittedly, he said people from this area are sometimes skeptical of the truck as they have been let down before.</p>
<p>“We get a lot of people from Louisiana who are excited,” said Hansen. “But we also get people who are skeptical. Especially when they learn I’m from Indiana. But I have spent a lot of time studying and learning to cook these types of dishes. And after they try it, they almost always love it.”</p>
<p>One of his best sellers? The Alligator Bites.</p>
<p>“That’s definitely our top seller,” said Hansen. <strong>An anomaly, these deep fried snacks are served with remoulade sauce, which is the perfect accompaniment as it&#8217;s a mixture of mayonnaise, spicy mustard, horseradish, and a whole host of other ingredients.</strong></p>
<p>Get Their Schedule <a href="https://gatortails.com/schedule/">Here</a></p>
<div style="clear: both;"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-large wp-image-73510" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/chile-con-quesadilla_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-1024x771.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="512" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/chile-con-quesadilla_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-1024x771.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/chile-con-quesadilla_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-300x226.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/chile-con-quesadilla_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-768x578.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/chile-con-quesadilla_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-1536x1157.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/chile-con-quesadilla_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09.jpg 1632w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></div>
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<p><a href="https://ccqfoodtruck.com/"><b>Chile con Quesadilla</b></a><b> | Various Location — Mac Daddy Tacos</b></p>
<p>Christina Richardson didn’t set out to make a taco truck.</p>
<p>“Everyone has a taco truck,” said Richardson. “We wanted to do something different and so we started a quesadilla truck.” Chili con Quesadilla launched in March of 2020. And since it was considered take-out they were able to stay open. They quickly started racking up accolades and selling out of all of their … tacos?</p>
<p>“So, we became a taco truck,” Richardson said with a smile.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-73513 " src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/chile-con-quesadilla-tacos-2_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-300x226.jpg" alt="" width="366" height="276" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/chile-con-quesadilla-tacos-2_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-300x226.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/chile-con-quesadilla-tacos-2_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-1024x771.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/chile-con-quesadilla-tacos-2_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-768x578.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/chile-con-quesadilla-tacos-2_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-1536x1157.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/chile-con-quesadilla-tacos-2_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09.jpg 2040w" sizes="(max-width: 366px) 100vw, 366px" />Richardson launched Chili con Quesadilla because she wanted to cook and serve the Mexican food she grew up with but couldn’t find in Colorado. Her and her family’s love for the dishes they prepare is evident. <strong>One of their best sellers? The Mac Daddy taco. It’s easy to see why. The perfect balance of cheesy goodness is achieved with rich melt-in-your-mouth pork. The mac has green chili mixed in, so there’s just a touch of spiciness.</strong></p>
<p>Or opt for the Birria tacos. Richardson and her husband developed the recipe by traveling all over and sampling different types. Evidently, it paid off as it consistently sells out. Topped with Monterey Jack cheese, herbs, and lime for acidity, it is served with a consommè broth dip. This is definitely the taco I would pick after a long hike or bike ride.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.parkwaybarandgrill.com/"><b>Parkway Bar &amp; Grill</b></a><b> | Longmont — Dubbly Bubbly</b></p>
<p>You may think if you’ve seen one spritz, you&#8217;ve seen them all. That is until you order the Dubbly Bubbly. This show-stopper of a cocktail was created by Parkway Bar manager Rob Sloma, as a playful riff on the Barcelona Spritz with neighboring food stall — HipPOPs — in mind. Much like how these gelato popsicles are dipped in various toppings and sauces, the glass of this bright pink cocktail has a striking stripe of orange zest down the side.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-73516 " src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/parkway-bar-and-grill-dubbly-bubbly-spritz-tall_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-226x300.jpg" alt="" width="289" height="384" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/parkway-bar-and-grill-dubbly-bubbly-spritz-tall_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-226x300.jpg 226w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/parkway-bar-and-grill-dubbly-bubbly-spritz-tall_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-771x1024.jpg 771w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/parkway-bar-and-grill-dubbly-bubbly-spritz-tall_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-768x1020.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/parkway-bar-and-grill-dubbly-bubbly-spritz-tall_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-1157x1536.jpg 1157w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/parkway-bar-and-grill-dubbly-bubbly-spritz-tall_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09.jpg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 289px) 100vw, 289px" /></p>
<p>“I love the community of food halls,” said Sloma, with a kind of earnestness that only comes from talking about something you’re truly passionate about. “So I made cocktails that are meant to pair with dishes from each station to help further tie us all together.”</p>
<p><strong>The Dubbly Bubbly certainly is an excellent dessert accompaniment. It’s zippy and citrusy with just a hint of underlying sweetness. And while the outside of the glass is dipped in absinthe (to hold the orange zest) the aroma and taste (as you should lick the glass) play nicely with the sweetness of the actual drink.</strong></p>
<p>Additionally, if you are not imbibing, or being the designated driver in the indulgent meal quest, you can opt for their mocktails.</p>
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<p><a href="https://sweetcow.com/"><b>Sweet Cow </b></a><b>| Longmont, Louisville, Boulder -Root Beer Float</b></p>
<p>“It’s funny, you think you are just scooping ice cream but it’s so much more than that,” said Maureen O&#8217;Neill, director of marketing, communication, and tech, who started at Sweet Cow shortly after they were founded in 2010. “What we are doing is simple but it can really mean a lot to people.”</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-73520 " src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/sweet-cow-boylan-root-beer-float-pooring_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-226x300.jpg" alt="" width="320" height="425" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/sweet-cow-boylan-root-beer-float-pooring_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-226x300.jpg 226w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/sweet-cow-boylan-root-beer-float-pooring_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-771x1024.jpg 771w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/sweet-cow-boylan-root-beer-float-pooring_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-768x1020.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/sweet-cow-boylan-root-beer-float-pooring_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-1157x1536.jpg 1157w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/sweet-cow-boylan-root-beer-float-pooring_Kristen-Richard_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09.jpg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px" /><strong>Community is key to Sweet Cow’s mission. “We want to create a community on both sides of the counter,”</strong> O’Neill shared with a smile. And that sentiment comes in the form of accommodating many requests to sample flavors to sourcing locally when possible. For instance, they use Ozo Coffee Company, which is based in Denver, to make their coffee-flavored ice cream. Additionally, they tap local candy company Hammonds for their hot caramel sauce.</p>
<p>And that sentiment certainly shines through in their root beer float, available in both their shops and trucks.</p>
<p><strong>Now, you might be thinking, “A root beer float is far too sweet for me.” But it’s made with Boylan Bottling Co. Root Beer so it is perfectly balanced between botanical flavors and sweetness. The ice cream is creamy and sweet, yet still not heavy.</strong> It’s the ideal nightcap for even the most indulgent of meals.</p>
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<h2><b>Asian Pairing</b></h2>
<p><em>Ryan Sullivan</em></p>
<p>Asian cuisine is a vast term encompassing an entire continent’s food, literally billions of people. Each person has their own idea of what constitutes Asian cuisine, but no matter what your taste, you can find something magnificent to represent this varied and often spice-forward region of the globe. <strong>This pairing highlighted the small establishments serving top-notch Asian cuisine in our area. Whether it’s food trucks, food halls, or hidden units in shopping centers between a laundromat and an antique store, these are all great places to discover delicious Asian fare.</strong> Here, reclusive, skilled chefs bring recipes from afar — from parents and grandparents — to the Front Range.</p>
<p>The word that kept coming to my mind as I tasted these dishes and drinks was liveliness. These chefs capitalized on the great strengths of the wide variety of Asian cuisine — bright, lively tang and heat, and a depth of flavor that requires the time and attention often missing in our Western quest for efficiency at any cost.</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.manathaicomfortfood.com/"><b>Mana Thai Comfort Food</b></a><b> | Longmont – Tom Kha</b><b> </b></p>
<p>Even though shrimp claims to be the star of this traditional Thai soup, the real magic lies in the complex, multi-layered broth that&#8217;s almost impossible to describe. <strong>The sourness from lemongrass, savoriness from galangal root, creaminess and sweetness from coconut milk, herbaceousness from kaffir lime leaves, and heat from Thai chilies must all be perfectly balanced to create the ideal Tom Kha.</strong> This delicate task falls to the skill of the chef. Chef Noi Hoefer at the take-out restaurant Mana Thai, has perfected the process. She uses a mushroom-based broth instead of the traditional shrimp base, making the soup accessible to vegetarians while preserving the umami flavor that forms the foundation. This is the kind of soup I&#8217;d want if I were sick; it has a special quality that revives even the most downcast spirits.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-73522" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Aichi-Lychee_Ryan-Sullivan_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-1024x768.jpg" alt="" width="519" height="389" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Aichi-Lychee_Ryan-Sullivan_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Aichi-Lychee_Ryan-Sullivan_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Aichi-Lychee_Ryan-Sullivan_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-768x576.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Aichi-Lychee_Ryan-Sullivan_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Aichi-Lychee_Ryan-Sullivan_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09.jpg 2016w" sizes="(max-width: 519px) 100vw, 519px" /></p>
<p><a href="https://parkwayfoodhall.com/parkway-bar/"><b>Parkway Bar</b></a><b>  | Longmont – Aichi Lychee</b></p>
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<p>Hidden in the Parkway Food Hall is a bar serving unique and delicious cocktails designed to pair with the restaurants there. <strong>The Aichi Lychee falls somewhere between a highball and a sake spritzer, with a spicy kick from the ginger liqueur and light, floral notes of the beloved lychee fruit,</strong> native to China and commonly grown across Asia. It’s perfectly refreshing for a late summer afternoon. The cocktail is topped with an edible basil flower, to cleanse the palate before the next course.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-73525" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Yakisoba-With-Pork-Belly_Ryan-Sullivan_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-1024x768.jpg" alt="" width="509" height="382" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Yakisoba-With-Pork-Belly_Ryan-Sullivan_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Yakisoba-With-Pork-Belly_Ryan-Sullivan_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Yakisoba-With-Pork-Belly_Ryan-Sullivan_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-768x576.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Yakisoba-With-Pork-Belly_Ryan-Sullivan_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Yakisoba-With-Pork-Belly_Ryan-Sullivan_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09.jpg 2016w" sizes="(max-width: 509px) 100vw, 509px" /></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.baahachi.com/"><b>Baa Hachi</b></a><b>  | Longmont – Yakisoba with pork belly</b></p>
<p>Chef Adam Chan explained the principles behind his delicious Japanese street food. First, freshness and immediacy. He fries the noodles to order in the wok in front of the customer and serves them hot. He despises using a food warmer. Second, preparation. His Chashu-style pork belly starts with pork from the local Buckner Family Ranch, which he slowly cooks and marinates overnight to absorb the soy-salty flavor. <strong>The sauce for the noodles is meticulously prepared with a pork base, shoyu, and Japanese barbecue sauce, giving it tanginess and brightness. This preparation pays off in astounding flavor.</strong> Third, simplicity. During his time at Michelin-starred restaurants in Chicago, he learned not to add extra flourishes to a dish just because it looks pretty, showcases technique, or follows a trend. Each ingredient should have a purpose and contribute to the taste experience. Lastly, Chef Chan emphasized that good food must be made with love. &#8220;A chef just has to care about what he&#8217;s cooking.&#8221; This, he believes, is the engine that drives everything.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-73526" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Kubota-Sake_Ryan-Sullivan_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-1024x768.jpg" alt="" width="555" height="416" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Kubota-Sake_Ryan-Sullivan_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Kubota-Sake_Ryan-Sullivan_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Kubota-Sake_Ryan-Sullivan_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-768x576.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Kubota-Sake_Ryan-Sullivan_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Kubota-Sake_Ryan-Sullivan_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09.jpg 2016w" sizes="(max-width: 555px) 100vw, 555px" /></p>
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<p><a href="https://shinyuuizakaya.com/"><b>Shin Yuu Izakaya</b></a><b> | Louisville – Kubota Daiginjo Sake</b></p>
<p>Kubota Daiginjo is polished to a pristine 50%, which gives a smooth and clean taste that’s easy to drink — dangerously so. <strong>The polishing ratio means that only the purest core of the rice remains, resulting in a sake that’s refined and elegant. Sake’s delicate flavor pairs beautifully with a wide range of dishes, from beef, to chicken, and fish, making it versatile for any meal.</strong> In Japan, sake is traditionally paired with sushi. At Shin Yuu Izakaya, I enjoyed it alongside a barbecued chicken yakitori skewer, and the sake&#8217;s subtlety perfectly complemented the dish.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-73527" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Mango-And-Sticky-Rice_Ryan-Sullivan_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-1024x768.jpg" alt="" width="544" height="408" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Mango-And-Sticky-Rice_Ryan-Sullivan_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Mango-And-Sticky-Rice_Ryan-Sullivan_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Mango-And-Sticky-Rice_Ryan-Sullivan_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-768x576.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Mango-And-Sticky-Rice_Ryan-Sullivan_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Mango-And-Sticky-Rice_Ryan-Sullivan_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09.jpg 1953w" sizes="(max-width: 544px) 100vw, 544px" /></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.beesthaikitchen.com/home"><b>Bee’s Thai Kitchen</b></a><b> | Erie – Mango sticky rice</b></p>
<p>Mangoes are in season in Thailand from February to July, and people throughout the region indulge in mango sticky rice, the perfect summer treat. The dish’s popularity and accessibility have made it a global favorite. A<strong> tangy, ripe mango is sliced and paired with rich sticky rice, then a sweet coconut milk sauce is drizzled over top. This is everything you’d want in a dessert.</strong> Chef Bee Kisich learned traditional dishes from her mother, who ran a small food business out of her cellar in Thailand. Now, she serves delicious fare from her food truck in Erie. Chef Kisich’s version of mango sticky rice features green colored rice, which she dyed with pandan leaf juice. She uses other natural food colorings to get different colors, such as pea flowers to get a stunning blue hue. The result is a bright and colorful dish, which is guaranteed to make your day a little better.</p>
<h2><strong>Decadent Breakfast choices</strong></h2>
<p><em>Dani Cole</em></p>
<p>Ahh… Brunch, one of my favorite dining experiences. There is something undeniably wonderful about having breakfast out of the house, and the North Metro area boasts a plethora of great spots to choose from. <strong>I love the whole experience of walking into a breakfast restaurant, the smell of coffee permeating in the air, sitting to in a quiet corner if I’m by myself, or in a booth with friends, and enjoying a breakfast that almost borders on hedonism.</strong> I set out across Boulder and Lafayette to find indulgent options for brunch food and drinks that will make your next brunch day sinfully delicious.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-large wp-image-73531" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Rollin-In-Daisies-Cinnamon-Roll_Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024-09-1024x796.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="529" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Rollin-In-Daisies-Cinnamon-Roll_Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024-09-1024x796.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Rollin-In-Daisies-Cinnamon-Roll_Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024-09-300x233.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Rollin-In-Daisies-Cinnamon-Roll_Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024-09-768x597.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Rollin-In-Daisies-Cinnamon-Roll_Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024-09-1536x1194.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Rollin-In-Daisies-Cinnamon-Roll_Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024-09.jpg 1546w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/rollinindaisiesbakery/"><b>Rollin’ In Daisies Bakery</b></a><b> | Boulder &#8211; Gluten Free Cinnamon Rolls</b></p>
<p>On a sunny summer morning, I strolled into Rayback Collective, a bar on 28th and Valmont that hosts mobile food vendors. I visited with Jessy Tierney, owner and baker of Rollin’ In Daisies Bakery. She specializes in gluten free cinnamon rolls that will make your mouth water. <strong>Often gluten free baked goods are painfully noticeable that they’re a substitute, however, the cinnamon rolls from Rollin’ in Daisies are a delightful exception. Indeed, even a seasoned palate wouldn’t likely be able to tell.</strong></p>
<p>Tierney began her business in June, and said, “I’ve always loved baking throughout the holiday season, and really all the time.” However, after she was diagnosed with Celiac’s Disease, her baking had to change. She said, “Cinnamon rolls were our favorite thing. We’d crack the Pillsbury can and it was the best memory.” <strong>After a year of tweaking her recipe, she was ready to bring her cinnamon rolls to the public. The results seem to have been worth it. The taste, texture, and crumb are sublime,</strong> and as I peeled the cinnamon roll down to the gooey center, I felt the same nostalgia she talked about. Tierney said, “It’s really fun to play around with the seasons and seasonal flavors.” Her maple pecan and caramel apple cinnamon rolls are coming in for autumn, and she’s already thinking of holiday flavors. In addition to Rayback Collective on Wednesdays and Thursdays, Rollin’ In Daisies Bakery can be found at Boulder Farmer’s Market every weekend as well.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-large wp-image-73532" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Tangerine-Strawberry-Goat-Cheese-French-Toast__Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-972x1024.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="716" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Tangerine-Strawberry-Goat-Cheese-French-Toast__Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-972x1024.jpg 972w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Tangerine-Strawberry-Goat-Cheese-French-Toast__Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-285x300.jpg 285w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Tangerine-Strawberry-Goat-Cheese-French-Toast__Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-768x809.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Tangerine-Strawberry-Goat-Cheese-French-Toast__Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-1458x1536.jpg 1458w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Tangerine-Strawberry-Goat-Cheese-French-Toast__Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09.jpg 1482w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></p>
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<p><a href="https://tangerineeats.com/"><b>Tangerine</b></a><b> | Lafayette &#8211; Strawberry French Toast</b></p>
<p>For the next phase of my brunch journey, I visited Tangerine in Lafayette. ,Chef, proprietor, and founder Alec Schuler served his most indulgent expressions of breakfast and beverages. I started my sampling with the exquisite strawberry French toast. <strong>The brioche French toast was beautifully plated to showcase the strawberries, and the flavors were as appealing as the visual. The slight tang of the goat cheese highlighted the fruit, while the almonds lent their nutty crunch to the flavor and mouth feel.</strong> The real surprise, though, came from the sweet balsamic reduction drizzled over the dish.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-large wp-image-73534" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Tangerine-Tequila-Sunrise_Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09t-742x1024.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="938" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Tangerine-Tequila-Sunrise_Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09t-742x1024.jpg 742w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Tangerine-Tequila-Sunrise_Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09t-217x300.jpg 217w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Tangerine-Tequila-Sunrise_Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09t-768x1059.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Tangerine-Tequila-Sunrise_Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09t-1113x1536.jpg 1113w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Tangerine-Tequila-Sunrise_Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09t-1485x2048.jpg 1485w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Tangerine-Tequila-Sunrise_Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09t.jpg 1697w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></p>
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<p><b>Tangerine | Lafayette &#8211; Tequila Sunrise &amp; Iced Strawberry Matcha</b></p>
<p>The beverages were as delicious as the French toast. Schuler brought me a tequila sunrise, and while I’m not a tequila fan, Tangerine is well on its way to converting me. Rather than the traditional grenadine, they use a raspberry puree and swirl the drink to provide a marbled look to the drink that makes the aesthetic highly appealing, while balancing the fiery nature of the tequila.<br />
<img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-73535" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Tangerine-Strawberry-Matcha-Mocktail__Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-249x300.jpg" alt="" width="249" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Tangerine-Strawberry-Matcha-Mocktail__Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-249x300.jpg 249w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Tangerine-Strawberry-Matcha-Mocktail__Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-849x1024.jpg 849w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Tangerine-Strawberry-Matcha-Mocktail__Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-768x926.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Tangerine-Strawberry-Matcha-Mocktail__Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-1274x1536.jpg 1274w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Tangerine-Strawberry-Matcha-Mocktail__Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-1699x2048.jpg 1699w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Tangerine-Strawberry-Matcha-Mocktail__Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09.jpg 1941w" sizes="(max-width: 249px) 100vw, 249px" /><strong>They also boast a selection of mocktails for those who don’t drink alcohol, or maybe just don’t want to start their day with booze.</strong> Alec served me the iced strawberry matcha, a concoction to delight anyone. Their house strawberry jam, and an oat milk matcha is combined to form a layered look, and the oat milk gives a rich, creamy mouth feel. Tangerine also has locations in Longmont and North Boulder.</p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-73536" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/strawberry-pancakes_Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-300x294.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="294" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/strawberry-pancakes_Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-300x294.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/strawberry-pancakes_Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-1024x1004.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/strawberry-pancakes_Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-768x753.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/strawberry-pancakes_Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-1536x1506.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/strawberry-pancakes_Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09.jpg 2034w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></p>
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<p><a href="https://www.buffrestaurant.com/"><b>The Buff Restaurant</b></a><b> | Boulder &#8211; White Buffalo</b></p>
<p>For the final visit on my indulgent journey, I returned to Boulder and went to The Buff. I met with General Manager Dru Libby. One of the main things that drew me to The Buff was the White Buffalo coffee drink. Libby said, <strong>“it’s a white chocolate mocha, it has Ghirardelli white chocolate,” and added, “It tastes like birthday cake in a cup.”</strong> Indeed, the drink is indulgent and topped with a mountain of whipped cream. Libby said, “you can add booze to it, and Bailey’s Irish cream seems to be the popular boozy additive for the drink, but it’s good as is.”</p>
<p>When I inquired more on the story of The Buff, Libby told me about the family-owned business that’s nearing its 30-year anniversary. She said, “Our expo is the owner’s son, so there’s some element of family that’s always been tied to the restaurant.” <strong>The Buff also features some seasonal menu items for fall and Libby said, “we’re bringing in a bunch of pumpkin and Fall themed drinks.”</strong> The Buff’s décor features buffalo paintings and a bright dining room that feels welcoming, and their slogan gives a double entendre encouraging guests to “Eat in The Buff.”</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-73537" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/the-buff-cinnamon-roll-french-toast_Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-300x144.jpg" alt="" width="440" height="211" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/the-buff-cinnamon-roll-french-toast_Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-300x144.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/the-buff-cinnamon-roll-french-toast_Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-1024x490.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/the-buff-cinnamon-roll-french-toast_Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09-768x368.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/the-buff-cinnamon-roll-french-toast_Dani-Cole_Indulgence_YellowScene_2024_09.jpg 1170w" sizes="(max-width: 440px) 100vw, 440px" /></p>
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<p><b>The Buff Restaurant | Boulder &#8211; Cinnamon Roll French Toast</b></p>
<p>She also brought me<strong> their cinnamon roll French toast, which she described as, “A brioche French Toast stuffed with our homemade brown sugar sweet cream cheese, it’s rolled in graham cracker crust, deep fried and topped with white chocolate frosting.”</strong> The crunchy exterior contrasts to the creamy filling to create the feeling of a cinnamon roll in a stuffed French toast.</p>
<p>With my Brunch journey reaching its conclusion, I reflected on the decadence of the food and beverages I had tasted. An indulgent breakfast is, in my mind, one of the simple pleasures of life that makes it worth living, especially if coupled with an equally delectable beverage, adult or otherwise. So, whether it’s Sunday fun day, ladies brunch day, or even just a regular workday, consider the options for something a little more opulent than your regular routine. We’re looking at you, oatmeal!</p>
<h2><b> A vision of local, elevated, and accessible</b><b><br />
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<p><em>Deborah Cameron</em><b><br />
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<p>Any search for indulgence explores how Colorado is blessed with abundant talented culinary professionals and fresh, local produce. I called on three Boulder County chefs, a mixologist, and a wine purveyor. I asked them to express their skill centering around a main course by Farow, who sources 90 percent of ingredients from within a ten-mile range of their Niwot restaurant. <strong>The resulting five-course meal supports the idea that culinary indulgence shouldn’t be heavy, full of luxurious fats, or overly dramatic flavors. Instead, it can be an experience built by consciously chosen ingredients and skillful techniques, reflecting a passion for caring for guests.</strong> Indulgence can be a slow sensory moment in front of a plate expressing most of what food can be.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-73539 " src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/cocktail-24-carrot_Paul-Guise_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-768x1024.jpg" alt="" width="494" height="659" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/cocktail-24-carrot_Paul-Guise_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/cocktail-24-carrot_Paul-Guise_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-225x300.jpg 225w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/cocktail-24-carrot_Paul-Guise_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/cocktail-24-carrot_Paul-Guise_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09.jpg 1512w" sizes="(max-width: 494px) 100vw, 494px" /></p>
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<p><b>The drink:</b> Buona Sera<br />
<a href="https://www.24carrotbistro.com/"> 24 Carrot Bistro, Erie</a></p>
<p>I walked into 24 Carrot Bistro on a Thursday night, just as the weekly after-work Farmer’s market was opening. Beverage Director Jennifer Shillington welcomed me warmly as I sat at the bar. Then, she started to measure, pour, and stir. As she did so, she explained that the base is as much like an Aperol spritz as anything you’ll find. But in addition to prosecco, it includes apricot liquor, lemon oil, mint, grapefruit bitters, and Grove Street Meyer lemon liqueur, which was created by Mixologist DJ Reimer, who made a name for himself pouring drinks at 24 Carrot’s bar. Shillington explained why she chose this recipe: “The prosecco gives the kind of breadiness that goes with the pasta, and I chose the lemon oil and mint to highlight those elements in the dish.”</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-73538 " src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Serving-cocktail-24-carrot_Paul-Guise_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="325" height="244" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Serving-cocktail-24-carrot_Paul-Guise_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Serving-cocktail-24-carrot_Paul-Guise_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Serving-cocktail-24-carrot_Paul-Guise_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-768x576.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Serving-cocktail-24-carrot_Paul-Guise_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Serving-cocktail-24-carrot_Paul-Guise_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09.jpg 1613w" sizes="(max-width: 325px) 100vw, 325px" /></p>
<p><strong>Upon tasting, it was light but satisfying. The citrus matched the lemon in the pasta dish, and the prosecco’s yeasty flavors connected with the eggplant&#8217;s fullness.</strong></p>
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<p><b>The appetizer: </b>Castelfranco with pancetta, sherry and egg yolk<br />
<a href="https://www.bastaboulder.com/"> Basta, Boulder</a></p>
<p>Regretfully, I tried to squeeze this tasting between late-day errands and a hard stop to watch the first presidential debate. My stress was no match for Basta’s hospitality, and once I was seated, time slowed. I requested a Castelfranco, a semi-bitter Italian chicory charred in the restaurant’s wood-fired oven, which is the restaurant&#8217;s only cooking method for any of its meals.<img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-73540 " src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Kelly-Whitaker_Michelin_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-1024x577.jpeg" alt="" width="456" height="257" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Kelly-Whitaker_Michelin_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-1024x577.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Kelly-Whitaker_Michelin_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-300x169.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Kelly-Whitaker_Michelin_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-768x433.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Kelly-Whitaker_Michelin_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09.jpeg 1320w" sizes="(max-width: 456px) 100vw, 456px" /> The green was dressed with pancetta, egg yolk, and a sherry dressing that blended acid and richness. I enjoyed it with the sourdough piata, which is straight from the wood-fired oven in which they create all of their meals. T<strong>he salad was rich, as expected, with the bacon fat, and I could taste the egg’s creaminess, but it also had some brightness and peppery notes.</strong> This first course was light enough to introduce the meal with complex flavors that set the stage for what was coming next.</p>
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<p><b>The main course; </b>Eggplant Confit with breadcrumb, lemon, and mint over fettuccini<br />
<a href="https://www.farowrestaurant.com/"> Farow, Niwot</a></p>
<p>In the three years since it put out its welcome mat, Farow has given Niwotonians and regional diners a place for jazz happy hours, special occasion dinners, cocktail classes, or just a bite to eat.  Their commitment to hyper-local, seasonal ingredients and ability to source 90 percent of their food from a ten-mile radius has earned them the slow food seal of approval. The dish for this <img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-73543" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Chef-Patrick-Balcom_Farow-copy-1024x909.jpg" alt="" width="398" height="353" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Chef-Patrick-Balcom_Farow-copy-1024x909.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Chef-Patrick-Balcom_Farow-copy-300x266.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Chef-Patrick-Balcom_Farow-copy-768x682.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Chef-Patrick-Balcom_Farow-copy.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 398px) 100vw, 398px" />indulgent meal was inspired by the opening of Balcom’s partner property, Baa Hachi, at the Parkway Food Hall. It uses Miso and fairytale eggplant in an uncommon way, so <strong>it becomes a fun balance of umami and citrus. The eggplant shines in an iridescent violet, the noodles are made fresh, and the sauce is roasted eggplant with a velvety texture. When tasting it, the rich lemon of the pasta contrasted with the firm and almost sweet eggplant.</strong></p>
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<p><b>The wine pairing:</b> Gruner Veltliner, 2019 Wachau Austria / Grillo, Colosi 2022 Sicily<br />
<a href="https://boulderwine.com/"> Boulder Wine Merchant, Boulder</a></p>
<p>If there’s one shop I consider a relied-upon destination for Boulder’s wine community, it’s Boulder Wine Merchant. Owned by Master Sommelier Brett Zimmerman, founder of The Boulder Burgundy Festival (sorry, tickets for this year are already sold out), <strong>people who love wine, are curious about wine, or are just learning about wine head there.</strong> So I headed there to find suggestions for wine pairings with Farow’s meal. I spoke to the store’s assistant general manager, Jen Burger de Jimenez, about her selections. <img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-73546" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/hirtzberger-rocks-vertical_YS_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-225x300.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/hirtzberger-rocks-vertical_YS_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-225x300.jpg 225w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/hirtzberger-rocks-vertical_YS_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/hirtzberger-rocks-vertical_YS_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/hirtzberger-rocks-vertical_YS_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09.jpg 1367w" sizes="(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px" />The first selection is from a top producer in Wachau, Austria, and was made from grapes allowed to ripen on the vine, so it has a weight that would stand up to the eggplant richness with flavor complexity that matches the lemon and mint in the pasta sauce. Burger de Jiminez chose her second option, a<strong>n unoaked, aromatic Italian vintage because its flavors of flowers and honey “burst from the glass.” It would match the pasta&#8217;s complexities.</strong></p>
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<p><b>The dessert: </b>Decadence tart<b><br />
</b><a href="https://www.sutiandco.com/"> Suti &amp; Co.</a>, Boulder</p>
<p>I’ve always Turned to Suti &amp; Co. when I wanted to enjoy something decadent in a relaxing, sanctuary-like space.  When I asked Chef Andrea Uzarowski to complete my meal, she provided one of <img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-73548" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Chef-Andrea-Uzarowski-Suti-CO_YS_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-240x300.jpg" alt="" width="240" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Chef-Andrea-Uzarowski-Suti-CO_YS_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-240x300.jpg 240w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Chef-Andrea-Uzarowski-Suti-CO_YS_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-819x1024.jpg 819w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Chef-Andrea-Uzarowski-Suti-CO_YS_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09-768x960.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Chef-Andrea-Uzarowski-Suti-CO_YS_Indulgence_Yellowscene_2024-09.jpg 1125w" sizes="(max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px" />the naughtiest options possible, a satisfying contrast to the lighter but exciting flavors of the other components. Her suggestion was <strong>a rich, complex tart. In it, a decadent, house-made graham cracker shell was filled with Valrhona chocolate mousse and topped with dark chocolate and pistachio praline ganache.</strong> It’s heavier than the rest of the meal and a heavenly finale to everything I had tasted.</p>
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<h2 style="clear: both;"><b>Indulgence Goes Head-to-Head</b><b><br />
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<p>In addition to the meals we tasted, here are our suggestions on a handful of more minor, two-course pairings from throughout the area.</p>
<p><b></b><b> 1. </b><b>Pizza and beer</b><b><br />
</b></p>
<ul style="font-size: medium;">
<li style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.pizzeriaalberico.com/">Pizzeria Alberico&#8217;s</a> Carciofi e Proscuitto – crème fraische, roasted artichoke, and prosciutto di parma</li>
<li><a href="https://www.wildprovisionsbeer.com/">Wild Provisions’</a> Czech-style pale lager</li>
</ul>
<p><b> 2. Steak and Chocolate</b></p>
<ul style="font-size: medium;">
<li><a href="https://www.oakatfourteenth.com/">Oak at Fourteenth</a> Mushroom rubbed dry-aged ribeye with Yukon potatoes, horseradish, and garlic aioli.</li>
<li><a href="https://pieceloveandchocolate.com/">Piece, Love and Chocolate’s</a> Razbeverly fudgy flourless torte</li>
</ul>
<p><b>3. Hatch chili happiness </b></p>
<ul style="font-size: medium;">
<li><a href="https://www.santoboulder.com/">Santo’s</a> sweet potato enchiladas with Hatch green chili</li>
<li>Santo’s Hatch green chili margarita with Grove St. Hatch green chili liquor</li>
</ul>
<p><b>4. Late night on The Hill</b></p>
<ul style="font-size: medium;">
<li><a href="https://thehillboulder.com/go/chicken-on-the-hill">Chicken on the Hill</a> &#8211; Spicy breaded Nashville chicken sandwich</li>
<li><a href="https://www.fatshack.com/">Fat Shack</a> &#8211; Deep-fried Oreos</li>
</ul>
<p><b> 5. Modern Mid Century </b></p>
<ul style="font-size: medium;">
<li><a href="https://www.spruceboulderado.com/">Spruce Farm and Fish</a> &#8211; Bison and bacon meatloaf</li>
<li><a href="https://www.thesink.com/">The Sink</a> &#8211; “Buff Mac” Crispy mac and cheese with buffalo chicken tenders, blue cheese crumbles, chicken tenders, scallions and breadcrumbs</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Cultural Caravan’s June Festival 2024</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 15 Jun 2024 22:24:41 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>From June 6 through June 16 throughout Boulder County, Cultural Caravan’s third annual June Festival presents free and affordable multicultural music performances of top quality. Some of the area’s most notable musicians perform in indoor and outdoor venues in Boulder, Longmont, Erie, Lafayette, Louisville, and Broomfield. Tickets are either free or $5 — always free for kids and students. Internationally renowned cellist Josh Halpern founded the nonprofit in 2021 in response to the devastating effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on local arts organizations and small businesses as well as the professional musicians who rely on them. Cultural Caravan organized new</p>
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<p>From June 6 through June 16 throughout Boulder County, Cultural Caravan’s third annual<a href="https://www.culturalcaravan.org/june-festival-2024"> June Festival</a> presents free and affordable multicultural music performances of top quality. Some of the area’s most notable musicians perform in indoor and outdoor venues in Boulder, Longmont, Erie, Lafayette, Louisville, and Broomfield. Tickets are either free or $5 — always free for kids and students.</p>
<p>Internationally renowned cellist Josh Halpern founded the nonprofit in 2021 in response to the devastating effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on local arts organizations and small businesses as well as the professional musicians who rely on them. Cultural Caravan organized new opportunities for performances at local businesses, focusing on paying musicians well and keeping tickets free or inexpensive so that visitors would spend money supporting the host establishments. To date, according to the organization’s website, Cultural Caravan has held more than 80 events, supporting more than 70 artists and 60 local businesses and community organizations while reinvesting hundreds of thousands of dollars locally.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-71426 size-large" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mintze-Wu-and-ensemble_SHARPS-FLATIRONS-blog_editors-pick_yellow-scene_2024-05-1024x832.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="553" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mintze-Wu-and-ensemble_SHARPS-FLATIRONS-blog_editors-pick_yellow-scene_2024-05-1024x832.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mintze-Wu-and-ensemble_SHARPS-FLATIRONS-blog_editors-pick_yellow-scene_2024-05-300x244.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mintze-Wu-and-ensemble_SHARPS-FLATIRONS-blog_editors-pick_yellow-scene_2024-05-768x624.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Mintze-Wu-and-ensemble_SHARPS-FLATIRONS-blog_editors-pick_yellow-scene_2024-05.jpg 1190w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></p>
<p><a href="https://www.aspentimes.com/news/voices-welcomes-new-executive-director-mintze-wu/">Mintze Wu</a> and ensemble, narrated concert “<a href="https://harpers.org/archive/2007/07/death-of-the-pugilist/">Death of the Pugilist</a>,” short story by<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daniel_Mason"> Daniel Mason</a>, at Mountain View United Methodist in Boulder (Saturday, June 8, 7:00 p.m.)</p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-71425 size-large" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/salome-songbird-band_fort-collins-music-association_editors-pick_yellow-scene_2024-05-1024x683.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="454" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/salome-songbird-band_fort-collins-music-association_editors-pick_yellow-scene_2024-05-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/salome-songbird-band_fort-collins-music-association_editors-pick_yellow-scene_2024-05-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/salome-songbird-band_fort-collins-music-association_editors-pick_yellow-scene_2024-05-768x512.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/salome-songbird-band_fort-collins-music-association_editors-pick_yellow-scene_2024-05.jpg 1090w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><br />
<a href="https://salomesongbird.com/">Salomé Songbird</a>, genre-crossing vocal and string trio, at Mountain View United Methodist in Boulder (Friday, June 7, 7:00 p.m.)</p>
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<p data-wp-editing="1"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-71427 size-large" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Colorado-Mambo-Orchestra__cultural-caravan_editors-pick_yellow-scene_2024-05-1024x683.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="454" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Colorado-Mambo-Orchestra__cultural-caravan_editors-pick_yellow-scene_2024-05-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Colorado-Mambo-Orchestra__cultural-caravan_editors-pick_yellow-scene_2024-05-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Colorado-Mambo-Orchestra__cultural-caravan_editors-pick_yellow-scene_2024-05-768x512.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Colorado-Mambo-Orchestra__cultural-caravan_editors-pick_yellow-scene_2024-05-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Colorado-Mambo-Orchestra__cultural-caravan_editors-pick_yellow-scene_2024-05.jpg 1656w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ColoradoMamboOrchestraOfficial/">Colorado Mambo Orchestra</a>, Cuban music ensemble, at Coal Creek Park in Erie (Thursday, June 6, 6:00–8:00 p.m.)</p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-71429 size-full" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Kayla-Marquein-Concert-at-Read-Queen_culturalcaravan_editors-pick_yellow-scene_2024-05.jpg" alt="" width="600" height="568" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Kayla-Marquein-Concert-at-Read-Queen_culturalcaravan_editors-pick_yellow-scene_2024-05.jpg 600w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Kayla-Marquein-Concert-at-Read-Queen_culturalcaravan_editors-pick_yellow-scene_2024-05-300x284.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /><br />
<a href="https://www.kaylamarque.com/">Kayla Marque</a>, singer-songwriter, at<a href="https://thereadqueen.com/"> The Read Queen</a> bookstore and café in Lafayette (Friday, June 14, 1:00–2:30 p.m.)</p>
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<p><em>The 2024 June Festival will take place at Mountain View United Methodist at 355 Ponca Place in Boulder on the main stage, and at ten outdoor and indoor “pop-up” venues throughout the county. Styles range among many varieties of classical, folk, pop, afro-fusion, Latin jazz, and more.</em></p>
<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://yellowscene.com/2024/06/15/cultural-caravans-june-festival-2024/">Cultural Caravan’s June Festival 2024</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://yellowscene.com">Yellow Scene Magazine</a>.</p>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Austin Clinkenbeard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 May 2024 23:01:24 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Many of you have read my name on articles for the past two years, and you may have even seen me listed as Managing Editor for the last year plus, but for most of you, I have never made a formal introduction. My name is Austin Clinkenbeard, and I have fully bought into Yellow Scene Magazine’s mission of true local journalism, compelling and relevant ideas, and the separation of editorial and advertising content. However, even over my few years here, I’ve seen massive changes across the publishing and journalistic landscape. I started my writing career as a travel writer —</p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-71762 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Austin-Clinkenbeard-medium-res-263x300.jpg" alt="" width="263" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Austin-Clinkenbeard-medium-res-263x300.jpg 263w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Austin-Clinkenbeard-medium-res-897x1024.jpg 897w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Austin-Clinkenbeard-medium-res-768x877.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Austin-Clinkenbeard-medium-res-1345x1536.jpg 1345w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Austin-Clinkenbeard-medium-res-1793x2048.jpg 1793w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Austin-Clinkenbeard-medium-res.jpg 1971w" sizes="(max-width: 263px) 100vw, 263px" />Many of you have read my name on articles for the past two years, and you may have even seen me listed as Managing Editor for the last year plus, but for most of you, I have never made a formal introduction. My name is Austin Clinkenbeard, and I have fully bought into <i>Yellow Scene Magazine’s</i> <a href="https://yellowscene.com/about/">mission</a> of true local journalism, compelling and relevant ideas, and the separation of editorial and advertising content. However, even over my few years here, I’ve seen massive changes across the publishing and journalistic landscape.</p>
<p>I started my writing career as a travel writer — focusing on food, culture, and history after being inspired by my travels abroad. I joined YS during election season a few years ago to help interview politicians, and I am finally putting my (up until then useless) political science degree to work!</p>
<p>The fact that YS not only still prints but that we distribute freely throughout the community and refuse any “pay-to-play” sponsored content puts us in a unique position. It doesn’t make us rich, but at least we can sleep at night knowing we aren’t selling out. An important task, considering we just learned we are one of two locally owned media platforms remaining in the county. Everything else that says Boulder in it is corporate-owned, a franchise or out-of-state. While that is tragic, we are proud to be still serving our community with authentic local journalism. Recently, we compiled a list of our top stories over two decades, and it was incredible to see how much YS has been a part of the community for so long.</p>
<p>Part of my mission as Managing Editor is continuing to expand our coverage of local politics. YS has always had our finger on the pulse, but sadly, we have seen a serious decline of local news coverage and reporting over the last two decades in Boulder County and the North Metro It is imperative that we continue to serve our community needs through online reporting while still providing the monthly print magazine we love. Which will do, regardless of how much is in the bank to pay for it.</p>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2024 16:29:23 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Editor&#8217;s Update: The shelter in place order has been lifted by the Police Department.  Updates can also be found here at Erie PD blog. 2024.04.25 10:27 a.m. Command is lifting the secure status at the schools. Command is lifting the Shelter in Place. Officers will be in the area continuing to attempt to locate the individual. No one matching the description has been located in the area. Description: white male, long red beard, white shirt, black sweatpants and blue baseball cap. Anyone with information is asked to call 303-441-4444. 2024.04.25 &#124; 10:22 a.m. Unmanned aerial systems deployed. Officers at both</p>
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<p><em>Editor&#8217;s Update: The shelter in place order has been lifted by the Police Department. </em></p>
<p>Updates can also be found <a href="https://www.erieco.gov/2037/Emergency-Blog">here at Erie PD blog</a>.</p>
<p><strong>2024.04.25 10:27 a.m.</strong><br />
Command is lifting the secure status at the schools.<br />
Command is lifting the Shelter in Place.<br />
Officers will be in the area continuing to attempt to locate the individual.<br />
No one matching the description has been located in the area. Description: white male, long red beard, white shirt, black sweatpants and blue baseball cap.<br />
Anyone with information is asked to call 303-441-4444.</p>
<p><strong>2024.04.25 | 10:22 a.m.</strong><br />
Unmanned aerial systems deployed.<br />
Officers at both schools.<br />
Officers in area of Briggs Street<br />
Erie Community Center on Lockdown</p>
<p><strong>2024.04.25</strong><br />
Shelter in Place Order<br />
Officers in the area of E. County Line Road and Moffat Street.</p>
<p>Erie Elementary and Erie Middle on secure status.</p>
<p>Report of a suspicious male; possibly with a handgun. Student reported this male once they arrived at school.</p>
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		<title>Best of the West 2024: Readers Choice</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Restaurants Overall EC 24 Carrot Bistro: Replicating last year’s contest nearly to a T, 24 Carrot eeks out the top spot for consecutive years. Erie’s burgeoning dining scene is attracting more and more attention, with 24 Carrot offering a new take on something that is a deep Colorado tradition if you think about it: Farm-to-Table dining. RUNNER UP &#8211; Piripi Overall &#38; Best Steak Boulder Boulder Cork: Cork’s legacy is already cemented in Boulder&#8217;s history as a beloved, but morphable institution. Since 1969 Boulder Cork has provided fine dining via a focus on locally sourced ingredients and prestigious chefs. One</p>
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<h1><strong>Restaurants</strong></h1>
<div id="attachment_68699" style="width: 1450px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68699" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68699 size-full" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/24-Carrot.jpeg" alt="" width="1440" height="960" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/24-Carrot.jpeg 1440w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/24-Carrot-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/24-Carrot-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/24-Carrot-768x512.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68699" class="wp-caption-text">24 Carrot, Erie CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Overall EC</b></h2>
<p><b>24 Carrot Bistro: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Replicating last year’s contest nearly to a T, 24 Carrot eeks out the top spot for consecutive years. Erie’s burgeoning dining scene is attracting more and more attention, with 24 Carrot offering a new take on something that is a deep Colorado tradition if you think about it: Farm-to-Table dining.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Piripi</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68508" style="width: 1450px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68508" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68508 size-full" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Cork.jpg" alt="" width="1440" height="1080" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Cork.jpg 1440w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Cork-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Cork-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Cork-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68508" class="wp-caption-text">The Cork, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Overall &amp; Best Steak Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Boulder Cork: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Cork’s legacy is already cemented in Boulder&#8217;s history as a beloved, but morphable institution. Since 1969 Boulder Cork has provided fine dining via a focus on locally sourced ingredients and prestigious chefs. One more first-place Best of the West is yet another feather in their cap.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211;  OAK at Fourteenth</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68773" style="width: 1510px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68773" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68773 size-full" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Sugarbeet.jpeg" alt="" width="1500" height="1000" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Sugarbeet.jpeg 1500w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Sugarbeet-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Sugarbeet-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Sugarbeet-768x512.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68773" class="wp-caption-text">Sugarbeet, Longmont CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Contemporary EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Sugarbeet: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">We told you last year in Sugarbeet’s first-place review, make reservations ahead of time! Even their website suggests so, right at the top. This is East County’s top spot for cutting-edge cuisine, there is a reason tables are so in demand.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Community</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68772" style="width: 2058px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68772" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68772 size-full" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Oak-at-14th.jpeg" alt="" width="2048" height="1365" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Oak-at-14th.jpeg 2048w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Oak-at-14th-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Oak-at-14th-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Oak-at-14th-768x512.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Oak-at-14th-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68772" class="wp-caption-text">Oak on 14th, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Contemporary Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>OAK at Fourteenth: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Focusing on the “multitude of cultures that have lived in Colorado, OAK at Fourteenth’s ever-changing menu reflects the season and inspirations that make dining here an experience not just a night out. An exceptional spirits list is another reason readers love coming here.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Spruce Farm &amp; Fish</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68770" style="width: 2058px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68770" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68770 size-full" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Stacys-Kitchen_sandwich.jpeg" alt="" width="2048" height="1536" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Stacys-Kitchen_sandwich.jpeg 2048w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Stacys-Kitchen_sandwich-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Stacys-Kitchen_sandwich-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Stacys-Kitchen_sandwich-768x576.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Stacys-Kitchen_sandwich-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68770" class="wp-caption-text">Stacy&#8217;s Kitchen, Erie CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Newcomer EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Stacy&#8217;s Kitchen: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">East County welcomed Stacy’s Kitchen by awarding them their first-ever Best of the West award this year. Whether it is sweets or sandwiches, Stacy’s has you covered. Affordable and tasty, we see why they’ve earned a spot on the list already.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Rumbo 52</b></p>
<h2><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-68525" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Gemini-e1708825053233.jpg" alt="" width="768" height="622" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Gemini-e1708825053233.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Gemini-e1708825053233-300x243.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px" />Newcomer Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Gemini: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Spanish-influenced Gemini again takes home the Newcomer award. This just reinforces the fact that if you haven’t been, you need to go. With tapas of patatas bravas, cheeses, and olives paired with a glass of red, close your eyes and you’ll be in Barcelona.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Postino Wine Cafe</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68777" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68777" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68777 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ruby-Rus-Street-Eatery-300x300.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ruby-Rus-Street-Eatery-300x300.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ruby-Rus-Street-Eatery-200x200.jpeg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ruby-Rus-Street-Eatery-768x768.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ruby-Rus-Street-Eatery.jpeg 1000w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68777" class="wp-caption-text">Ruby Ru&#8217;s, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Cheap Eats EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Ruby Ru&#8217;s: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Deciding to open a food truck is a huge step in any chef&#8217;s culinary journey. Finding enough success to take that food truck and turn it into a brick-and-mortar location is astounding. Enter Ruby Ru’s in Lafayette. Now serving affordable food from a fixed location.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Eats &amp; Sweets</b></p>
<h2><b>Cheap Eats &amp; Hot Dog Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Mustard&#8217;s Last Stand: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mustard’s Last Stand has been winning Best of the West awards in various categories for over a decade now. Iconic, classic, institution, whatever word you want to use to describe these Chicago-style dogs works. Gluten-free and veggie options ensure everyone can have a taste.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Illegal Pete’s</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68547" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68547" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68547 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Moxie-Bread_Andy-Clark_RIP-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Moxie-Bread_Andy-Clark_RIP-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Moxie-Bread_Andy-Clark_RIP-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Moxie-Bread_Andy-Clark_RIP-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Moxie-Bread_Andy-Clark_RIP-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Moxie-Bread_Andy-Clark_RIP.jpg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68547" class="wp-caption-text">Andy Clark RIP, Moxie Bread, Louisville CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Bread EC &amp; Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Moxie: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you want the best bread there’s only one place to get it. Boulder and East County readers both voted for Moxie in an absolute landslide. The love that Andy, rest in peace, baked into this place is still being felt in every warm loaf.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP (EC) &#8211; Babette’s</b></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP (B) &#8211; Great Harvest</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68702" style="width: 309px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68702" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68702" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Button-Rock-Bakery-e1708822281703-260x300.jpeg" alt="" width="299" height="345" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Button-Rock-Bakery-e1708822281703-260x300.jpeg 260w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Button-Rock-Bakery-e1708822281703-888x1024.jpeg 888w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Button-Rock-Bakery-e1708822281703-768x886.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Button-Rock-Bakery-e1708822281703-1332x1536.jpeg 1332w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Button-Rock-Bakery-e1708822281703.jpeg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 299px) 100vw, 299px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68702" class="wp-caption-text">Button Rock, Lafayette CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Bakery EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Button Rock Bakery &amp; Kenny Lou&#8217;s Deli: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Swiss-army knife of restaurants, Button Rock &amp; Kenny Lou’s Deli can do it all. In this case, they’re taking home the gold for best bakery but don’t think for a second they’re just limited to baked goods! Deli, sushi, gluten-free options, if you can’t decide, just get it all.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Cherry’s Cheesecakes &amp; Delights</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68820" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68820" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68820 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Luckys-Bakehouse-300x233.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="233" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Luckys-Bakehouse-300x233.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Luckys-Bakehouse-1024x794.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Luckys-Bakehouse-768x595.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Luckys-Bakehouse.jpeg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68820" class="wp-caption-text">Lucky&#8217;s Bakehouse, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Bakery Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Lucky&#8217;s Bakehouse: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Gluten-free, paleo, blue-corn cookies, and croissants that take two days to make, Lucky’s puts time and care into every product to ensure each customer — who pastry chef Jennifer often knows by name — can find something satisfying for their tastes. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Shamane’s Bakery</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68864" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68864" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68864" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Moes-Bagels-300x224.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="224" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Moes-Bagels-300x224.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Moes-Bagels-1024x765.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Moes-Bagels-768x574.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Moes-Bagels-1536x1148.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Moes-Bagels.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68864" class="wp-caption-text">Moe&#8217;s Broadway Bagels, Multiple Locations</p></div>
<h2><b>Bagel EC &amp; Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Moe&#8217;s Broadway Bagels: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">We’re not sure if anyone will ever dethrone Moe’s from their top bagel spot. Every year it&#8217;s not even close, Moe’s wins in a blowout. We can wax poetic about the dough, flavor, and care, but just try one yourself (as if you haven’t already).</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Big Daddy Bagels</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68779" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68779" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68779 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Georgia-Boys-300x200.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Georgia-Boys-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Georgia-Boys-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Georgia-Boys-768x512.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Georgia-Boys-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Georgia-Boys.jpeg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68779" class="wp-caption-text">Georgia Boys, Longmont and Frederick CO</p></div>
<h2><b>BBQ EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Georgia Boys: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">BBQ is personal. Each person has their taste, their perfect bite, their ideal tenderness. For what it&#8217;s worth, Georgie Boys nails it all. Check out the Smokehouse, the Shack, and the Greeley location — celebrating 10 years — or take it to-go, either way, they have you covered with great service and even re-heating instructions for ideal taste.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Lulu’s BBQ</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68821" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68821" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68821" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/KTs-BBQ_Boulder-CO-300x300.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/KTs-BBQ_Boulder-CO-300x300.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/KTs-BBQ_Boulder-CO-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/KTs-BBQ_Boulder-CO-200x200.jpeg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/KTs-BBQ_Boulder-CO-768x768.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/KTs-BBQ_Boulder-CO.jpeg 1080w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68821" class="wp-caption-text">KT&#8217;s BBQ, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>BBQ Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>KT&#8217;s: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ask a real BBQ enthusiast about their favorite style and you’ll likely launch them into a diatribe about regional differences, traditional rules, and absolute no-no’s of this varied and proud American tradition. If you’re seeking Memphis style, that slow-cooked dry-rubbed pork, you’re looking for KT’s.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; C’s BBQ Catering</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_39490" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-39490" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-39490 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Tangerine_Chef_yellow-scene_2019_2-300x255.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="255" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Tangerine_Chef_yellow-scene_2019_2-300x255.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Tangerine_Chef_yellow-scene_2019_2.jpg 495w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-39490" class="wp-caption-text">Tangerine, Boulder, Lafayette and Longmont CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Breakfast EC &amp; Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Tangerine (landslide): </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Why let eggs, pancakes, toast, and bacon be limited to morning time? Tangerine lets you satisfy your breakfast craving any time of day in either of their three locations. With quality olive oil, attention to gluten sensitivity, and a Buddhist-influenced name, Tangerine is not your average diner.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Lucile’s: Boulder, Erie &amp; Longmont</b></p>
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<h2><b>Breakfast Burrito EC &amp; Boulder</b></h2>
<div id="attachment_68709" style="width: 210px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68709" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68709 size-thumbnail" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Santiagos-200x200.jpeg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Santiagos-200x200.jpeg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Santiagos.jpeg 284w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68709" class="wp-caption-text">Santiago&#8217;s, Mulitple Locations</p></div>
<p><b>Santiago&#8217;s (landslide): </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">The art of the breakfast burrito. Perfectly wrapped yet stuffed full, balancing hot, cold, spicy, and savory in a delicate concert. Readers have spoken yet again, the only place to find the perfect breakfast burrito across Boulder and East County is Santiago’s.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP (EC) &#8211; Taco Wagon</b></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP (B) &#8211; Santo</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68854" style="width: 289px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68854" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68854" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/24-Carrot-Brunch-279x300.jpg" alt="" width="279" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/24-Carrot-Brunch-279x300.jpg 279w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/24-Carrot-Brunch-952x1024.jpg 952w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/24-Carrot-Brunch-768x826.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/24-Carrot-Brunch-1428x1536.jpg 1428w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/24-Carrot-Brunch.jpg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 279px) 100vw, 279px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68854" class="wp-caption-text">24 Carrot, Erie CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Brunch EC</b></h2>
<p><b>24 Carrot: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Grabbing yet another first place, 24 Carrot offers quality food for any time of day. With enough Best of the West awards to fill a novel, 24 Carrot is again shown love by readers across the area.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Morning Glory</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68705" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68705" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68705 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Greenbriar-Inn-300x200.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Greenbriar-Inn-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Greenbriar-Inn-768x512.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Greenbriar-Inn.jpeg 900w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68705" class="wp-caption-text">Greenbriar Inn, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Brunch Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Greenbriar: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Oysters for brunch? Yes, please. Greenbriar’s brunch is a must-have Boulder delicacy, with fresh farm-to-table herbs and produce, and elevated American cuisine. There’s a reason why it’s topped the charts for years.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Jill’s Restaurant &amp; Bistro</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68822" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68822" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68822" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Waterloo_Louisville-CO-300x200.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Waterloo_Louisville-CO-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Waterloo_Louisville-CO-1024x682.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Waterloo_Louisville-CO-768x512.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Waterloo_Louisville-CO.jpeg 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68822" class="wp-caption-text">The Waterloo, Louisville CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Burger EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Waterloo: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Named after Waterloo Records, the restaurant has a motto of “God Bless Johnny Cash,” and all of the flair and tunes to draw in 90’s music lovers. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Rusty Melon</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68703" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68703" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68703 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Sink-Boulder-300x300.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Sink-Boulder-300x300.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Sink-Boulder-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Sink-Boulder-200x200.jpeg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Sink-Boulder-768x768.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Sink-Boulder.jpeg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68703" class="wp-caption-text">The Sink, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Burger Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>The Sink: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Boulder’s oldest restaurant has drawn visitors like the Obamas, Guy Fieri, and Anthony Bourdain to its doors. A historical business in the region, it&#8217;s been open for more than 100 years and it features a funky, fun, and artistic aesthetic. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Mountain Sun / Southern Sun </b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68823" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68823" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68823" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Colorado-Wok_Lafayette-CO-300x168.png" alt="" width="300" height="168" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Colorado-Wok_Lafayette-CO-300x168.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Colorado-Wok_Lafayette-CO.png 640w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68823" class="wp-caption-text">Colorado Wok, Lafayette CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Chinese EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Colorado Wok: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Colorado Wok is a stand-out restaurant for two reasons: flavor and portion size. Established in 2005, the cuisine is consistent, delicious, and fresh. The restaurant vibe is relaxed, casual, and friendly. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Fan’s Chinese</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68540" style="width: 251px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68540" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68540 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Masons-Dumpling-House-241x300.jpg" alt="" width="241" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Masons-Dumpling-House-241x300.jpg 241w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Masons-Dumpling-House-823x1024.jpg 823w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Masons-Dumpling-House-768x955.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Masons-Dumpling-House-1235x1536.jpg 1235w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Masons-Dumpling-House.jpg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 241px) 100vw, 241px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68540" class="wp-caption-text">Mason&#8217;s Dumpling House, Boulder CO and CA</p></div>
<h2><strong>Chinese Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Mason’s Dumpling Shop: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">The first Mason’s Dumpling Shop was opened in 2001 in California when Alan Lam and Grace Li brought traditional Shenyang dumplings to the table. Today, the Boulder location embeds the same traditions into the food while featuring homemade dumplings with locally sourced produce and meat. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Zoe MaMa</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68542" style="width: 249px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68542" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68542" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/MECO-Coffee-Collective-300x264.jpg" alt="" width="239" height="210" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/MECO-Coffee-Collective-300x264.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/MECO-Coffee-Collective-1024x900.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/MECO-Coffee-Collective-768x675.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/MECO-Coffee-Collective.jpg 1364w" sizes="(max-width: 239px) 100vw, 239px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68542" class="wp-caption-text">Meco&#8217;s Coffee Collective, Longmont and Lafayette CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Coffee House EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Meco Coffee Collective: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Meco Coffee Collective opened its doors to artists, entrepreneurs, and coffee enthusiasts in 2021 to build community. A quaint, intimate setting, the collective showcases local art while brewing one of the best cups of coffee in town. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; FOX•DOG Coffee</b></p>
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<p><b>(tie) &#8211; Boxcar Coffee Roasters: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Boxcar Coffee Roasters provide an experience as much as a caffeine fix. With ample interior seating and shared space with Cured sandwiches, visitors are quick to love the laid-back environment while sipping unique concoctions like a Shot in the Dark. </span></p>
<p><b>(tie) &#8211; Ozo Coffee Company: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">A quiet but popular study space, Ozo Coffee offers one of the best single-origin espresso roasts in the area, as well as an excessive variety of non-dairy milk options. With both indoor and outdoor seating, this space is usually bustling because of its moderate prices and mellow vibe. </span></p>
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<div id="attachment_68545" style="width: 246px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68545" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68545" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Morning-Glory-Cafe-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="236" height="236" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Morning-Glory-Cafe-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Morning-Glory-Cafe-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Morning-Glory-Cafe-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Morning-Glory-Cafe-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Morning-Glory-Cafe-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Morning-Glory-Cafe.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 236px) 100vw, 236px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68545" class="wp-caption-text">Morning Glory, Lafayette CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Gluten-Free EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Morning Glory Cafe: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Rabbit, boar, and antelope, Oh my! Morning Glory emphasizes fresh, organic, and sustainable ingredients that accommodate those with dietary restrictions, all while providing a unique upmarket menu. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Button Rock Bakery &amp; Kenny Lou&#8217;s Deli</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68706" style="width: 250px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68706" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68706 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Zeal-Boulder-240x300.jpeg" alt="" width="240" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Zeal-Boulder-240x300.jpeg 240w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Zeal-Boulder-819x1024.jpeg 819w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Zeal-Boulder-768x960.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Zeal-Boulder-1229x1536.jpeg 1229w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Zeal-Boulder.jpeg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68706" class="wp-caption-text">Zeal &#8211; Food for Enthusiasts, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Gluten-Free Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Zeal: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Going gluten-free often means that you have to forfeit tasty food items like rolls, burgers, and bread, but not at Zeal! This restaurant offers a majority gluten-free menu with items like gyros, and mac ‘n cheese topping the list of favorites. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211;  Vitality Bowls</b></p>
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<h2><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-68866" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Button-Rock-Bakery_Dessert-300x300.jpg" alt="Button Rock Bakery, Lafayette CO" width="300" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Button-Rock-Bakery_Dessert-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Button-Rock-Bakery_Dessert-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Button-Rock-Bakery_Dessert-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Button-Rock-Bakery_Dessert-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Button-Rock-Bakery_Dessert.jpg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" />Dessert EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Button Rock Bakery &amp; Kenny Lou’s Deli: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">This is the place to be if you’re looking for variety. From pork rolls to burrito bowls and sushi, Kenny Lou’s carves a name for itself for its in-house concoctions while Button Rock provides the most decadent, allergy-friendly cakes in town.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Cherry’s Cheesecakes &amp; Delights</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68780" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68780" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68780 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Baked-e1708822638585-300x279.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="279" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Baked-e1708822638585-300x279.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Baked-e1708822638585-1024x954.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Baked-e1708822638585-768x715.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Baked-e1708822638585.jpeg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68780" class="wp-caption-text">Boulder Baked, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Dessert Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Boulder Baked: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">You know you’re in the right place when a wall of the bakery is dedicated to the awards that the business has received over the years. A cozy bakery in downtown Boulder, Boulder Baked makes your pastries to order, offering a variety of gluten-free options, and a coffee-shop-like aesthetic.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Lucky’s Bakehouse</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68852" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68852" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68852 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Snarf-Sandwich-300x294.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="294" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Snarf-Sandwich-300x294.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Snarf-Sandwich-1024x1004.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Snarf-Sandwich-768x753.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Snarf-Sandwich.jpeg 1080w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68852" class="wp-caption-text">Snarf Sandwiches, Multiple Locations</p></div>
<h2><b>Colorado-Based Chain</b></h2>
<p><b>Snarfs: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Eating at Snarfs is something like a Colorado right-of-passage, with its grungy vibe and cartoon-like interior. A local chain that’s best known for its Italian Sandwich, Jimmy Seidel opened its first location in Boulder in 1996 after deciding to make the best sandwich in the world. Now, people from everywhere come to the neon-colored environment for an epic experience. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Cosmos</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68857" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68857" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68857" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Santiagos_Green-Chile-300x150.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="150" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Santiagos_Green-Chile-300x150.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Santiagos_Green-Chile-1024x512.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Santiagos_Green-Chile-768x384.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Santiagos_Green-Chile.jpeg 1400w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68857" class="wp-caption-text">Santiagos, Multiple Locations, CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Green Chile EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Santiagos : </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Santiagos is your best bet when you’re looking for no-frills Mexican food. The one ingredient that makes this place stand apart from others is its legendary green chile. It’s so good that they bottle it and sell it at local grocery stores. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Rumbo 52</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68859" style="width: 288px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68859" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68859" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Efrains-Mexican-Food_Boulder_Green-Chile-278x300.png" alt="" width="278" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Efrains-Mexican-Food_Boulder_Green-Chile-278x300.png 278w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Efrains-Mexican-Food_Boulder_Green-Chile.png 488w" sizes="(max-width: 278px) 100vw, 278px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68859" class="wp-caption-text">Efrain&#8217;s Mexican Restaurant, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Green Chile Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Efrains Boulder: </b>Efrains used to be known as the greatest hole in the wall ever, and in their spiffy new digs, they are packed all the time — just like always. I<span style="font-weight: 400;">t’s carved a name for itself in Boulder for its spicy green chili, which comes with chunks of pork and can be practically eaten as a bowl of soup.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Santo</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68564" style="width: 320px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68564" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68564" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Taj-Mahal-3-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="310" height="207" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Taj-Mahal-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Taj-Mahal-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Taj-Mahal-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Taj-Mahal-3-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Taj-Mahal-3.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 310px) 100vw, 310px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68564" class="wp-caption-text">Taj Mahal 3, Louisville CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Indian EC</strong></h2>
<p><b>Taj Mahal 3: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Elevated Indian food doesn’t get much more memorable than it does at Taj Mahal 3. Located in Louisville, this restaurant has been bringing rich flavors to the table for more than 20 years. The interior decor sets the vibe with traditional-style drapery and comfortable, round booths while providing a variety of northern Indian dishes. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Flavor of India</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68868" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68868" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68868" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Taj_Boulder-CO-300x289.png" alt="" width="300" height="289" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Taj_Boulder-CO-300x289.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Taj_Boulder-CO.png 447w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68868" class="wp-caption-text">The Taj, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Indian Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>The Taj: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Chai lovers rejoice! The Taj offers the best cup in town as well as one of the most generous and fresh buffets in Boulder. Dine in comfort while feasting your eyes on a beautiful view of the Flat Irons. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Tiffin’s India Cafe </b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68710" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68710" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68710 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Parma-Trattoria-and-Mozzarella-Bar-300x300.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Parma-Trattoria-and-Mozzarella-Bar-300x300.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Parma-Trattoria-and-Mozzarella-Bar-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Parma-Trattoria-and-Mozzarella-Bar-200x200.jpeg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Parma-Trattoria-and-Mozzarella-Bar-768x768.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Parma-Trattoria-and-Mozzarella-Bar-1536x1536.jpeg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Parma-Trattoria-and-Mozzarella-Bar.jpeg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68710" class="wp-caption-text">Parma Trattoria, Louisville CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Italian EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Parma Trattoria: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are few places that offer the same level of coziness as Parma Trattoria. While the restaurant is deceiving from the outside, the interior features a fireplace, trendy decor,  intimate lighting, and under which you can eat your fill of pizza and pasta. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Gondolier</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68824" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68824" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68824" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Carrellis-of-Boulder-300x169.png" alt="" width="300" height="169" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Carrellis-of-Boulder-300x169.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Carrellis-of-Boulder.png 680w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68824" class="wp-caption-text">Carrelli&#8217;s of Boulder</p></div>
<h2><strong>Italian Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Carellis: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Garnished with an open fireplace, mosaic tiles, and warm lighting, some consider it to be an “essential fixture” in town. Plus, it has a gluten-free menu, essential for anyone with an allergy looking to indulge in classic Italian. With all its elegance, it’s hard to believe it started as a sandwich shop so many years ago. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Pasta Jay’s</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68715" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68715" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68715 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/TeoCalli-300x240.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="240" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/TeoCalli-300x240.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/TeoCalli-1024x819.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/TeoCalli-768x614.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/TeoCalli-1536x1229.jpeg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/TeoCalli.jpeg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68715" class="wp-caption-text">TeoCalli, Lafayette and Arvada CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Mexican  &amp; Taco EC</b></h2>
<p><b>TeoCalli: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Typically a very busy restaurant, TeoCalli blends traditional cuisine with contemporary flair. Readers voted them both Best Mexican and Best Taco, so you know what to order! The atmosphere is lighthearted but slightly elevated. It’s full of food classics like tacos and delicacies like bone marrow. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Rumbo 52</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68712" style="width: 250px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68712" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68712 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Efrains-Mexican-Restaurant-Boulder-240x300.jpeg" alt="" width="240" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Efrains-Mexican-Restaurant-Boulder-240x300.jpeg 240w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Efrains-Mexican-Restaurant-Boulder-819x1024.jpeg 819w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Efrains-Mexican-Restaurant-Boulder-768x960.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Efrains-Mexican-Restaurant-Boulder-1229x1536.jpeg 1229w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Efrains-Mexican-Restaurant-Boulder.jpeg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68712" class="wp-caption-text">Efrain&#8217;s Mexican Restaurant, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Mexican Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Efrains Boulder: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Efrains was established in 1998, bringing classic Chihuahuan cuisine to Boulder. The restaurant is colorful and bright, like the food, and the people. It’s even taken home the title of Boulder County People’s Choice award for Best Mexican Food 12 times. They have won YS&#8217;s BOW year after year since we added Boulder in 2009.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Santo</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68555" style="width: 221px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68555" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68555" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pumphouse-Brewery-211x300.jpg" alt="" width="211" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pumphouse-Brewery-211x300.jpg 211w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pumphouse-Brewery-722x1024.jpg 722w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pumphouse-Brewery-768x1090.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pumphouse-Brewery-1083x1536.jpg 1083w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pumphouse-Brewery.jpg 1220w" sizes="(max-width: 211px) 100vw, 211px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68555" class="wp-caption-text">Pump House Brewery, Longmont CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Patio EC</strong></h2>
<p><b>Pumphouse: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Pumphouse was a pioneer, one of the first to open on Main Street with an eye on the future. That vision has proven to be a good one, since 1996 the Pumphouse is usually packed. Daily deals on things like Bloody Marys, hard teas, and margaritas keep locals coming back throughout the week. The atmosphere is also another appeal, with decor harkening back to mythical firehouse days (it was never a fire station) the building itself is well over 100 years old.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Birdhouse</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68713" style="width: 253px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68713" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68713 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/West-End-Tavern-e1708822709392-243x300.png" alt="" width="243" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/West-End-Tavern-e1708822709392-243x300.png 243w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/West-End-Tavern-e1708822709392.png 312w" sizes="(max-width: 243px) 100vw, 243px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68713" class="wp-caption-text">West End Tavern, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Patio Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>West End Tavern: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Incredible BBQ platters, numerous local awards, acceptance of everyone, and incredible views of the nearby peaks all draw readers to West End Tavern. Known for their wings, in fact, over 100 people have completed their “Winginator Challenge,” the sides are nothing to scoff at either</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Rosetta Hall</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68861" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68861" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68861" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Piripi_Chicken-Picatta-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Piripi_Chicken-Picatta-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Piripi_Chicken-Picatta-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Piripi_Chicken-Picatta-768x512.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Piripi_Chicken-Picatta.jpg 1086w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68861" class="wp-caption-text">Piripi, Erie CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Lunch EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Piripi: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Piripi brings European, specifically Spanish, influences to Colorado. Sometimes overshadowed by other nearby cuisines — French and Italian — Spanish food and international influences have made their mark on Erie, and our readers, yet again. The children’s playroom is a unique idea for parents who want a night (or lunch) out, and still enjoy the elegance Piripi offers. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Jeannot&#8217;s Patisserie &amp; Bistro</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68862" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68862" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68862" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Salt-Bistro_Front_Boulder-CO-300x214.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="214" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Salt-Bistro_Front_Boulder-CO-300x214.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Salt-Bistro_Front_Boulder-CO-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Salt-Bistro_Front_Boulder-CO-768x548.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Salt-Bistro_Front_Boulder-CO.jpg 1080w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68862" class="wp-caption-text">SALT, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Lunch Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>SALT the Bistro: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Farm to table lunch? Planning a baby shower? Beignets, bolognese, and brunch? There’s one answer to all these questions, and it&#8217;s SALT the Bistro. From private events to sustainable lunches and gluten-free choices, SALT does everything well, which is so incredibly rare.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Raglin Market</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68707" style="width: 2058px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68707" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68707 size-full" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Snarfs-Sandwiches-Colorado.jpeg" alt="" width="2048" height="1361" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Snarfs-Sandwiches-Colorado.jpeg 2048w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Snarfs-Sandwiches-Colorado-300x199.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Snarfs-Sandwiches-Colorado-1024x681.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Snarfs-Sandwiches-Colorado-768x510.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Snarfs-Sandwiches-Colorado-1536x1021.jpeg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68707" class="wp-caption-text">Snarf&#8217;s Sandwiches, Multiple Locations</p></div>
<h2><b>Sandwich EC &amp; Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Snarfs: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Snarf’s reigns Sandwich Supreme, once again taking this category in a landslide. People love sandwiches, and there were so many good contenders in this race, it’s just people really love Snarf’s toasted sandwiches, which are called Snarfies. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP (EC) &#8211; Stacy’s Kitchen</b></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP (B) &#8211; Organic Sandwich Co</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68825" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68825" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68825 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Reel-Fish_Lafayette-CO-300x218.png" alt="" width="300" height="218" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Reel-Fish_Lafayette-CO-300x218.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Reel-Fish_Lafayette-CO.png 469w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68825" class="wp-caption-text">Reelfish Fish &amp; Chips, Lafayette CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Seafood EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Reelfish Fish &amp; Chips: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">You might love Reelfish now, but wait until you see the changes owner Dimas Asevedo and Chef Justin Richardson have in store for you. Chef Justin says he just loves to prepare foods that satisfy the community. Watch for his ever-growing menu additions!</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Piripi</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68781" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68781" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68781 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jax-Fish-House-and-Oyster-bar-300x200.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jax-Fish-House-and-Oyster-bar-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jax-Fish-House-and-Oyster-bar-768x512.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jax-Fish-House-and-Oyster-bar.jpeg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68781" class="wp-caption-text">Jax Fish House &amp; Oyster Bar</p></div>
<h2><strong>Seafood Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>JAX Seafood: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">There was this time our publisher went on a date at Jax Seafood and she ate three dozen oysters. Poor fella. If it swims in the ocean Jax will give you the satisfaction you crave, even if its all oysters. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Spruce Farm &amp; Fish</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68569" style="width: 295px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68569" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68569" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Urban-Field.1-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="285" height="285" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Urban-Field.1-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Urban-Field.1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Urban-Field.1-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Urban-Field.1-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Urban-Field.1.jpg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 285px) 100vw, 285px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68569" class="wp-caption-text">Urban Field Pizza, Longmont and Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Pizza EC</strong></h2>
<p><b>Urban Field: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">A newcomer to the community, winning YS Best of the West is not their first award. These folks have taken the town by storm already racking up local and national awards, including placing 7th in the 2023 International Pizza Competition in Las Vegas. But it’s not just their pizza that will take satisfy you. Their chef-driven menu takes a unique interpretation of their favorite dishes. And while your there be sure to check out their pantry.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Westbound &amp; Down</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68826" style="width: 257px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68826" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68826" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Sink_pizzas-300x251.jpeg" alt="" width="247" height="206" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Sink_pizzas-300x251.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Sink_pizzas-1024x857.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Sink_pizzas-768x643.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Sink_pizzas.jpeg 1426w" sizes="(max-width: 247px) 100vw, 247px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68826" class="wp-caption-text">The Sink, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Pizza Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>The Sink: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">You do not make it to 100 years as a restaurant and bar without becoming an absolutely beloved institution. From celebrity visits to raucous college nights and incredible pizza, The Sink represents the best of “Old Boulder.” They are a perennial winner and again take home first place in a landslide.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Cosmos</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68782" style="width: 251px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68782" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68782 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/740-Front-St-241x300.jpeg" alt="" width="241" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/740-Front-St-241x300.jpeg 241w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/740-Front-St-823x1024.jpeg 823w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/740-Front-St-768x955.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/740-Front-St-1235x1536.jpeg 1235w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/740-Front-St.jpeg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 241px) 100vw, 241px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68782" class="wp-caption-text">740 Front St, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Steak EC</b></h2>
<p><b>740 Front St: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">740 Front is one of Colorado&#8217;s two oldest bars, the oldest ongoing tavern license in the state, and to the community, a priceless treasure steeped in memory and local lore. 740 Front is the last remaining saloon of the original thirteen that lined the 3-block strip of Front Street.” That bit of history is from the website. But the steaks and seafood reign supreme here as well, which might be why they have a 4.3 score by visitors. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Law’s Chophouse</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68827" style="width: 250px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68827" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68827" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Cork_steak-240x300.jpeg" alt="" width="240" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Cork_steak-240x300.jpeg 240w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Cork_steak-819x1024.jpeg 819w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Cork_steak-768x960.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Cork_steak-1229x1536.jpeg 1229w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Cork_steak.jpeg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68827" class="wp-caption-text">Boulder Cork, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Steak Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><strong>The Cork: </strong>Quite simply, The Cork is the quintessential perfect restaurant. Their steaks and prime rib are their signature dishes, and naturally, they are perfect, too.</p>
<p><strong>RUNNER UP &#8211; 316 Steakhouse</strong></p>
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<div id="attachment_68559" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68559" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68559 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Sakura-e1708822973996-300x291.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="291" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Sakura-e1708822973996-300x291.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Sakura-e1708822973996-1024x993.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Sakura-e1708822973996-768x745.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Sakura-e1708822973996.jpg 1460w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68559" class="wp-caption-text">Sakura Japanese Restaurant, Longmont CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Sushi/Japanese EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Sakura: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Kho and Mindy opened Sakura the year before YS started. Our publisher first discovered Sakura while out on yet another date. She has been a loyal customer since. Truly authentic Japanese cuisine and in her words, the best sushi you can find. Check out Kho’s special creations, they will delight. She likes them so much she just tells Kho to make her whatever he wants.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Kenny Lou’s at Button Rock</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68828" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68828" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68828" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hapa-Sushi-300x200.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hapa-Sushi-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hapa-Sushi-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hapa-Sushi-768x512.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hapa-Sushi-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hapa-Sushi.jpeg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68828" class="wp-caption-text">Hapa Sushi, Multiple Locations</p></div>
<h2><strong>Sushi/Japanese Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Hapa: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Fun, funky and everyone’s favorite. Hapa takes a unique twist with their Hawaiian style sushi and Japanese cuisine but the ambiance and service will blow you away as much as the specialties. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Japango</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68511" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68511" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68511 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Busaba-Thai-Restaurant-300x257.png" alt="" width="300" height="257" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Busaba-Thai-Restaurant-300x257.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Busaba-Thai-Restaurant.png 640w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68511" class="wp-caption-text">Busaba Thai Restaurant, Louisville, Boulder and Erie CO (Longmont coming soon)</p></div>
<h2><b>Thai EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Busaba: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Everyone loves Busaba. If you have ever been to Thailand, you will see why. Truly authentic Thai recipes made Thai style, not American. The Louisville location has a line every weekend, and their success has led to opening Boulder and Erie locations, with Longmont coming this year. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Thai Kitchen</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68829" style="width: 235px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68829" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68829" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Aloy-Thai-225x300.jpeg" alt="" width="225" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Aloy-Thai-225x300.jpeg 225w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Aloy-Thai.jpeg 720w" sizes="(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68829" class="wp-caption-text">Aloy Thai, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Thai Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Aloy Thai: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mom and daughters as chefs, real spice and flavor, there’s even a write-up on the Food Network website! Loy Thai is where it&#8217;s at for the real deal, bringing Bangkok to Boulder</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Busaba</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68783" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68783" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68783 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pho-Cafe-300x300.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pho-Cafe-300x300.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pho-Cafe-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pho-Cafe-200x200.jpeg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pho-Cafe-768x768.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pho-Cafe.jpeg 1080w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68783" class="wp-caption-text">Pho Cafe, Lafayette CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Vietnamese EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Pho Cafe: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Large portions, vegan options, and great online reviews all point towards why readers love Pho Cafe. Come warm your soul with a bowl of Pho and taste the crisp crunch of their eggrolls.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Jennie’s Kitchen</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68830" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68830" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68830" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chez-Thuy-Restaurant-300x198.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="198" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chez-Thuy-Restaurant-300x198.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chez-Thuy-Restaurant-1024x674.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chez-Thuy-Restaurant-768x506.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chez-Thuy-Restaurant-1536x1011.jpeg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chez-Thuy-Restaurant.jpeg 1648w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68830" class="wp-caption-text">Chez Thuy, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Vietnamese Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Chez Thuy: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Thuy has been running Chez Thuy since 1993. In their custom style, they thank the community for the good fortune they have been given to serve. John Lehndorff has called it “most successful, least-known restaurateur in the city’s dining history.” What we know is the Vietnamese cuisine is 100% authentically Thuy. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Boulder Pho</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68539" style="width: 745px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68539" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68539" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Marcos-Hot-Dogs-and-Tacos-e1708809010743.jpg" alt="" width="735" height="495" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Marcos-Hot-Dogs-and-Tacos-e1708809010743.jpg 612w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Marcos-Hot-Dogs-and-Tacos-e1708809010743-300x202.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68539" class="wp-caption-text">Marco&#8217;s Hot Dog&#8217;s &amp; Tacos, Longmont CO</p></div>
<h2 style="clear: both;"><strong>Hot Dog EC</strong></h2>
<p><b>Marcos: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Hotdogs might be the ultimate American street food. There are endless combinations and simple classics that always hit the spot. The sizzling hot grill is always a good sign. Want the ultimate Mexican street food? You can get delicious hotdogs and incredible tacos all in one spot. Readers love the taste and choices.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; The Dugout Grill &amp; Bar</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68549" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68549" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68549 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/mustards-last-stand-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/mustards-last-stand-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/mustards-last-stand-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/mustards-last-stand-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/mustards-last-stand-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/mustards-last-stand.jpg 1080w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68549" class="wp-caption-text">Mustard&#8217;s Last Stand, Boulder and Denver CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Hot Dog Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><strong>Mustards Last Stand: </strong>Mustard&#8217;s Last Stand has been an icon in Denver and Boulder since 1978. If you want a true Chicago-style Hot Dog the only place you will find one as good as Mustard&#8217;s is in Chicago.</p>
<p><strong>RUNNER UP &#8211; Freddie&#8217;s Hot Dog Stand</strong></p>
<div id="attachment_68877" style="width: 1930px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68877" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68877 size-full" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Teocalli_tacos.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1281" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Teocalli_tacos.jpg 1920w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Teocalli_tacos-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Teocalli_tacos-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Teocalli_tacos-768x512.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Teocalli_tacos-1536x1025.jpg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68877" class="wp-caption-text">Teocalli, Lafayette and Arvada CO</p></div>
<h2 style="clear: both;"><strong>Taco EC</strong></h2>
<p>TeoCalli: They call them street tacos, but everything TeoCalli does is modern, innovative, and fresh. Find both traditional and some really unique spins on the taco here.</p>
<p><strong>RUNNER UP &#8211; Dugout</strong></p>
<div id="attachment_68791" style="width: 1450px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68791" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-68791" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/McDevitt-Taco-Supply.jpeg" alt="" width="1440" height="1440" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/McDevitt-Taco-Supply.jpeg 1440w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/McDevitt-Taco-Supply-300x300.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/McDevitt-Taco-Supply-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/McDevitt-Taco-Supply-200x200.jpeg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/McDevitt-Taco-Supply-768x768.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68791" class="wp-caption-text">McDevitt&#8217;s Taco Supply, Boulder and Denver CO</p></div>
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<h2><b>Taco Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>McDevitts Taco Supply: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Can tacos be soul food? At McDevitt Taco Supply they can. Readers love the authenticity, the love, and the passion tasted in every ingredient. With multiple locations, catering, and food trucks, there are numerous ways to snag a bite.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; T/ACO</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68545" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68545" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68545 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Morning-Glory-Cafe-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Morning-Glory-Cafe-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Morning-Glory-Cafe-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Morning-Glory-Cafe-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Morning-Glory-Cafe-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Morning-Glory-Cafe-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Morning-Glory-Cafe.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68545" class="wp-caption-text">Morning Glory, Lafayette CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Healthy Meal &#8211; EC</strong></h2>
<p><b>Morning Glory: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">It is with special honor that we write this year’s Best of the West for Morning Glory, learning that founder and chef Julie Lieb left us in 2023, daughter Lili is continuing on the legacy of melt in your mouth dishes. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP(s) &#8211; Roots Restaurant &amp; Dickens Opera House</b></p>
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<h2 style="clear: both;"><strong>Healthy Meal &#8211; Boulder</strong></h2>
<div id="attachment_68663" style="width: 440px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68663" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68663" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Thrive-Boulder_web-300x136.jpg" alt="" width="430" height="195" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Thrive-Boulder_web-300x136.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Thrive-Boulder_web-1024x464.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Thrive-Boulder_web-768x348.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Thrive-Boulder_web.jpg 1080w" sizes="(max-width: 430px) 100vw, 430px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68663" class="wp-caption-text">Thrive, Boulder CO</p></div>
<p><b>Thrive: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Whether you are a carnivore or a plant eater, Thrive proves that you can have amazing taste, be all organic, and forego the meat for a meal. Their smoothie concoctions and soups are their signature. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Wonderpress</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68512" style="width: 412px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68512" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68512 " src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chef-Hugo_Pirpip.jpg" alt="" width="402" height="503" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chef-Hugo_Pirpip.jpg 799w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chef-Hugo_Pirpip-240x300.jpg 240w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chef-Hugo_Pirpip-768x960.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 402px) 100vw, 402px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68512" class="wp-caption-text">Chef Hugo, Piripi, Erie CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Chef EC</strong></h2>
<p><b>Hugo Meyer of Piripi: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Chef Hugo came to Erie via Argentina with stops all over Europe and even the Caribbean, no one knew what was coming to town when Piripi opened in Erie. Now three years later, they have become well-established as a Boulder County 4-star restaurant with a 4-star chef at the helm, and very much worth the drive to Erie. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Kevin Kidd of 24 Carrot</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68667" style="width: 410px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68667" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68667 size-full" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Bradford_Heap.jpg" alt="" width="400" height="400" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Bradford_Heap.jpg 400w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Bradford_Heap-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Bradford_Heap-200x200.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68667" class="wp-caption-text">Chef Bradford Heap, Salt the Bistro, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b></b><strong>Chef Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Bradford Heap of SALT: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">There is not one thing Bradford does that he doesn’t do with full passion. While classically trained at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, there is nothing archetypical about Bradoford’s cuisine. Throughout his time in Boulder Bradford’s passion for what we put in our bodies and how it tastes is embodied in all that he serves. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Eric Skokan of Bramble &amp; Hare/Black Cat</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68514" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68514" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68514 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chocolaterie-Stam-Lafayette--300x300.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chocolaterie-Stam-Lafayette--300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chocolaterie-Stam-Lafayette--1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chocolaterie-Stam-Lafayette--200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chocolaterie-Stam-Lafayette--768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chocolaterie-Stam-Lafayette-.jpg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68514" class="wp-caption-text">Chocolaterie Stam, Lafayette CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Chocolatier EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Chocolaterie Stam: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Although Valentine&#8217;s just passed, there’s no reason not to stock up on chocolate still! Stam’s offers fast delivery, multiple adorable boxes to choose from, and B2B options as well. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Robin’s Chocolates</b></p>
<h2><b>Chocolatier Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Piece Love &amp; Chocolate: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ever wanted to make your own chocolate? Come to a class at Piece Love &amp; Chocolate and dive into the world of crafting your own sweets! Offering cakes, truffles, and delivery options as well, it’s hard to go wrong exploring, eating, and creating here.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Moshka</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68522" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68522" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68522 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Erie-Social-Club-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Erie-Social-Club-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Erie-Social-Club-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Erie-Social-Club-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Erie-Social-Club-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Erie-Social-Club.jpg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68522" class="wp-caption-text">Erie Social Club, Erie CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Overall Bar EC</strong></h2>
<p><b>Erie Social Club: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Erie Social Club’s owners are a couple of Hawaiian-shirt-wearing, Disney-loving cozies who welcome all to their cocktail roost of warmth with everything from &#8220;barkcuteries&#8221; for the &#8220;fluffies&#8221; to &#8220;bookclub for the bibliophiles&#8221;. Peppered with fun, relevant events, you’ll find a multitude of excuses to roll in for a delicious bev. Our publisher certainly does. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; William Oliver’s</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_38415" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-38415" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-38415 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/CornerBar-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" /><p id="caption-attachment-38415" class="wp-caption-text">The Corner Bar, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Overall Bar Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Corner Bar: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Around since the 70’s and located in the historic Boulderado Hotel, Corner Bar provides the mob boss ambiance only a pre-2000’s establishment of worn, polished wood can. With live jazz every Friday night and a killer happy hour, this classy joint serves nostalgia with every tasty dish and pour. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Rosetta Hall</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68831" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68831" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68831" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Liquid-Mechanics-300x252.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="252" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Liquid-Mechanics-300x252.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Liquid-Mechanics-768x644.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Liquid-Mechanics.jpeg 818w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68831" class="wp-caption-text">Liquid Mechanics, Lafayette CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Brewery EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Liquid Mechanics: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Liquid Mechanics is frequented for its personable staff and standout beer selection &#8211; brew reviews abound with “delicious” and “unique.” With different food trucks every day, a cheerful patio, pub games, and a quiet place to set up your laptop in the barrel room, this brewery is a go-to for a chill hang.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Odd 13</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68546" style="width: 261px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68546" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68546 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Mountain-Sun-251x300.jpg" alt="" width="251" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Mountain-Sun-251x300.jpg 251w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Mountain-Sun-857x1024.jpg 857w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Mountain-Sun-768x918.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Mountain-Sun-1285x1536.jpg 1285w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Mountain-Sun.jpg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 251px) 100vw, 251px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68546" class="wp-caption-text">Mountain Sun, Southern Sun, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Brewery Boulder</b></h2>
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<p><b>Mountain Sun: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">A local classic, Mountain Sun is a freshly authentic Colorado spot for a quality bite and brew (without plastering the Colorado flag all over the walls). With an accommodating atmosphere and menu, you can bring your loudest, pickiest family members and leave feeling full, sunny, and a little crunchy.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Avery Brewing Co</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68784" style="width: 281px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68784" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68784 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Luciles-e1708826514347-271x300.jpeg" alt="" width="271" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Luciles-e1708826514347-271x300.jpeg 271w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Luciles-e1708826514347-925x1024.jpeg 925w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Luciles-e1708826514347-768x850.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Luciles-e1708826514347-1388x1536.jpeg 1388w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Luciles-e1708826514347.jpeg 1512w" sizes="(max-width: 271px) 100vw, 271px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68784" class="wp-caption-text">Lucile&#8217;s, Multiple Locations</p></div>
<h2><b>Bloody Mary EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Lucile’s: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lucile’s generous Bloody Mary rendition refreshes and satiates with cajun spice and lush garnishes. Okra and a juicy, little shrimp accompany the classic olive-celery combo to check the essential Bloody Mary boxes of nuanced goodness. Added bonus: seriously delectable breakfast food to knock it down.</span></p>
<p><strong><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; The Dugout Grill &amp; Bar</b></strong></p>
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<div id="attachment_68881" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68881" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68881" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Buff-Restaurant_Boulder-CO-300x298.png" alt="" width="300" height="298" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Buff-Restaurant_Boulder-CO-300x298.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Buff-Restaurant_Boulder-CO-200x200.png 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Buff-Restaurant_Boulder-CO.png 603w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68881" class="wp-caption-text">Buff Restaurant, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Bloody Mary Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>The Buff: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Buff’s Tatanka (pronounced Ta-Tank-Ya) Bloody Mary should be called the Bang-for-Your-Buck Bloody Mary. This delicious doozy is served in a giant mason jar, garnished with veggies and BACON, and when ordered with an entree, the price drops from $9 to…drum roll please…$0.99. See you there for brunch, obviously.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; West End Tavern</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68888" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68888" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68888" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Erie-Social-Club_happy-hour-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Erie-Social-Club_happy-hour-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Erie-Social-Club_happy-hour-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Erie-Social-Club_happy-hour-768x576.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Erie-Social-Club_happy-hour-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Erie-Social-Club_happy-hour.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68888" class="wp-caption-text">Erie Social Club, Erie CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Happy Hour EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Erie Social Club: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Pop into this local watering hole for a happy hour of $7 cocktails — the classics ala Old Fashioned and Palomas, done right — and $5 snacks and beers. Come for the deals, stay for the friendly atmosphere. It’s the perfect stop on your way home from one of those lucky, got-off-early days!</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; 95a Bistro &amp; Co</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68723" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68723" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68723 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Corner-Bar-Boulder-e1708826567998-300x171.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="171" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Corner-Bar-Boulder-e1708826567998-300x171.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Corner-Bar-Boulder-e1708826567998-1024x584.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Corner-Bar-Boulder-e1708826567998-768x438.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Corner-Bar-Boulder-e1708826567998-1536x876.jpeg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Corner-Bar-Boulder-e1708826567998-2048x1167.jpeg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68723" class="wp-caption-text">The Corner Bar, Boulderado, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Happy Hour Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Corner Bar: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">With a diverse selection of appetizers and cocktails, Corner Bar’s happy hour menu offers vittles off the aperitif beaten path for easy prices. Stop in on a snowy day for a cup of veggie chili and a glass of Pinot Noir in the sanctuary of one of Boulder’s oldest-standing buildings.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Jill’s Restaurant &amp; Bistro</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68572" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68572" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68572 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/West-Side-Tavern-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/West-Side-Tavern-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/West-Side-Tavern-768x576.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/West-Side-Tavern.jpg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68572" class="wp-caption-text">West Side Tavern, Longmont CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Margarita EC</b></h2>
<p><b>West Side Tavern: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">It’s no surprise that this posh spin on a classic is the brainchild of powerhouse couple Debra Heiser and Westley Isbutt, owners of West Side Tavern and creatives harkening from Vegas. Swapping lime juice for lemon and garnished with burnt sage soaked in Green Chartreuse, this margarita brings the glitz to full deliciousness.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; North Side Tavern</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68518" style="width: 315px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68518" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68518" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Efrains-Boulder-240x300.jpg" alt="" width="305" height="381" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Efrains-Boulder-240x300.jpg 240w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Efrains-Boulder-819x1024.jpg 819w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Efrains-Boulder-768x960.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Efrains-Boulder-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Efrains-Boulder.jpg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 305px) 100vw, 305px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68518" class="wp-caption-text">Efrain&#8217;s Mexican Restaurant, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Margarita Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Efrain’s: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Efrain’s, a bright, charming establishment, with a pretty patio for sunny days, boasts THIRTEEN different varieties of margaritas and a lifetime of awards. They offer spicy or skinny, silver or gold, smoky or tropical &#8211; basically a marg for every palette. Anchor your buzz with a scrumptious entree and satisfaction is complete.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68895" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68895" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68895" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Spirit-Hounds-Distillery_Lyons-CO-300x169.png" alt="" width="300" height="169" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Spirit-Hounds-Distillery_Lyons-CO-300x169.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Spirit-Hounds-Distillery_Lyons-CO-1024x577.png 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Spirit-Hounds-Distillery_Lyons-CO-768x433.png 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Spirit-Hounds-Distillery_Lyons-CO-1536x865.png 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Spirit-Hounds-Distillery_Lyons-CO.png 1640w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68895" class="wp-caption-text">Spirit Hound, Lyons CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Distillery EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Spirit Hound: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lyon’s canine-themed distillery Spirit Hound, offers cocktails in three categories: Purebred, Off-Leash, and Dog Bowl. Visit the motorcycle repair shop turned distillery and tasting room to sample liquors distilled in their pristine all-copper pot still. Locally sourced ingredients, tours, and cocktail classes consummate Spirit Hound as a must-visit.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Abbot &amp; Wallace</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68896" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68896" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68896" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/DV8_Boulder-CO-300x278.png" alt="" width="300" height="278" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/DV8_Boulder-CO-300x278.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/DV8_Boulder-CO.png 598w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68896" class="wp-caption-text">DV8, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Distillery Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>DV8 (Deviant Spirits): </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">DV8, a self-proclaimed island of misfits, is a celebratory, queer-owned oasis of lust for life. With drag nights, DJ competitions, and stirring cocktails like A Hot Night in Bangkok (with chili-infused vodka and red curry!), DV8 provides a space for our freaky selves to let down and commune with boast-worthy booze.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Vapor</b></p>
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<h2><b>Bartender/Mixologist EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Erie Social Club: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Erie Social Club’s mixologists have a reputation for being friendly and well-versed in their trade. Patrons call out individual bartenders in their reviews &#8211; a quick scroll mentions Steven, Talon, and Jose. If you’re looking for a thoughtful drink recommendation and a welcoming atmosphere, this 3-time 2024 Bests winner is it.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP(s) &#8211; 24 Carrot &amp; Piripi</b></p>
<h2><strong>Bartender/Mixologist Boulder </strong></h2>
<p><b>Corner Bar: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Racking up a third win in 2024’s Bests, Corner Bar is being celebrated for its service this time around. With local reviews that span from “made my night” to “prompt and friendly”, the kind and attentive bartenders give us yet another reason to stop in at this local classic.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; The Bitter Bar</b></p>
<h2><b>Liquor Store EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Superior Liquor: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">It’s a really big store, that’s for sure.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Country Line Wine &amp; Spirits</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68526" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68526" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68526 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hazels-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hazels-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hazels-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hazels-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hazels-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hazels.jpg 1080w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68526" class="wp-caption-text">Hazel&#8217;s Beverage World, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Liquor Store Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Hazel’s: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">For a ninth year in a row, Hazel’s wins by a landslide. With an epic selection, you can score rare, high-end items at competitive prices, plus your usual faves. Their amiable staff is accommodating to everything from large orders for parties to personalized recommendations. Hazel’s is a one-stop shop for libations.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; North Boulder Liquor</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68832" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68832" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68832" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Atlas-Valley-Purveyors-300x199.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="199" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Atlas-Valley-Purveyors-300x199.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Atlas-Valley-Purveyors.jpeg 355w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68832" class="wp-caption-text">Atlas Valley Purveyors, Lafayette CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Wine Shop EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Atlas Valley Purveyors: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Atlas Valley Purveyors is more than a wine shop. Hard-to-find bottles and specialty gifts make it ideal for buying for the hosts in your life. Next time you’re planning a party, hit up the in-house grocery and butcher sections for an exceptional charcuterie. It’ll be a guaranteed hit!</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Kuper Wine Bar</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68725" style="width: 742px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68725" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68725" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Wine-Merchant.jpeg" alt="" width="732" height="487" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Wine-Merchant.jpeg 640w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Wine-Merchant-300x200.jpeg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 732px) 100vw, 732px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68725" class="wp-caption-text">Boulder Wine Merchant, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Wine Shop Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Boulder Wine Merchant: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Run by master sommelier Brett Zimmerman, Boulder Wine Merchant boasts a cult following of locals. Its meticulous reputation, due to its tasteful selection and Brett’s personal relationships with wine-makers in the field, holds true. Check the website for free tasting events and featured picks that cover a generous price range.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Hazel’s</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68506" style="width: 211px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68506" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68506 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Bookcliff-Vineyards-201x300.jpg" alt="" width="201" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Bookcliff-Vineyards-201x300.jpg 201w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Bookcliff-Vineyards.jpg 642w" sizes="(max-width: 201px) 100vw, 201px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68506" class="wp-caption-text">BookCliff Vineyards, Boulder and Palisade CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Winery</strong></h2>
<p><b>BookCliff Winery: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">BookCliff Winery, a family enterprise, began with a former peach orchard in Palisade in 1995, and converted into a sustainable vineyard with fourteen grape varieties. The Boulder tasting room offers candle-lit dinners, classes, and a beautiful venue for parties. Visit for a relaxing wine-shopping experience or a chat with their experienced staff.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Silver Vines Winery</b></p>
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<h1><strong>Entertainment</strong></h1>
<div id="attachment_68501" style="width: 235px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68501" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68501 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Art-Collective-225x300.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Art-Collective-225x300.jpg 225w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Art-Collective.jpg 382w" sizes="(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68501" class="wp-caption-text">The Collective, Lafayette CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Art Gallery EC</strong></h2>
<p><b>The Collective: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sometimes being in an art museum or gallery can be a stuffy experience. The Collective, however, fosters community and encourages everyone from students to senior memory care patient groups to visit. Referred to by one reviewer as the “gem of the community,” it’s easy to see how the gallery inspires guests with its diverse exhibits. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Firehouse Art Gallery</b></p>
<div id="attachment_56172" style="width: 994px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-56172" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-56172 size-full" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dairy-1.jpg" alt="" width="984" height="519" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dairy-1.jpg 984w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dairy-1-300x158.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/dairy-1-768x405.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 984px) 100vw, 984px" /><p id="caption-attachment-56172" class="wp-caption-text">Dairy Arts Center, Boulder CO</p></div>
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<p><b>Dairy Arts Center: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Dairy Arts Center has been a community staple since 1992. Guests can enjoy several free galleries that display photography, paintings, and other visual mediums by local, national, and international artists alike. Frequent visitors note that along with the exhibits, the Center’s beautiful, inviting space keeps them coming back. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; BMOCA</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68727" style="width: 2058px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68727" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68727 size-full" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Nissis.jpeg" alt="" width="2048" height="1536" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Nissis.jpeg 2048w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Nissis-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Nissis-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Nissis-768x576.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Nissis-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68727" class="wp-caption-text">Nissi&#8217;s, Lafayette CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Stage &amp; Live Music Venue EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Nissi’s: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Come for the music, stay for the food. Seriously, one of the aspects of Nissi’s that keeps people coming back is its dishes like the Southern fried chicken strips, hummus plate, Rocky Mountain trout piccata, and more. Plus the venue’s extensive beer, wine, and cocktail list make it the perfect date night spot. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Steinbaugh Pavillion</b></p>
<h2><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-68792" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Bandshell.jpeg" alt="" width="305" height="203" />Stage Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Glen Huntington Bandshell &#8220;Boulder Bandshell&#8221;: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Not many venues can boast that they’ve brought the community music for nearly 100 years–unless it’s Boulder’s Bandshell. First built in 1938 by the Lion’s Club, concertgoers continue to flock back to this outdoor stage. Many visitors note its beautiful lights, open-sky concerts under the stars, and a rotating group of musical acts make it the perfect hangout spot. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Daily Art’s Center</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68509" style="width: 2058px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68509" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-68509" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Theater.jpg" alt="" width="2048" height="1365" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Theater.jpg 2048w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Theater-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Theater-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Theater-768x512.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Theater-1536x1024.jpg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68509" class="wp-caption-text">Boulder Theater, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2 style="clear: both;"><strong>Live Music Venue Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Boulder Theater: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Boulder Theater is hard to miss with its large, bright art-deco sign beckoning passersby to come in. The venue has been showcasing comedians, jazz, rock, disco, movie festivals, and more for nearly 100 years. Take a step back in time, and see why concertgoers enjoy this small intimate venue with big performance energy. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211;  Fox Theater</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68556" style="width: 250px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68556" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68556 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Quarters-240x300.jpg" alt="" width="240" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Quarters-240x300.jpg 240w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Quarters-819x1024.jpg 819w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Quarters-768x961.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Quarters.jpg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68556" class="wp-caption-text">Quarters Var &amp; Arcade, Longmont CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Arcade EC</strong></h2>
<p><b>Quarters Bar + Arcade: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Husband-and-wife duo Luke and Emily Kunselman always wanted to start an arcade bar in their hometown of Longmont. And in 2019 they opened Quarters and it has become a community staple. Customers appreciate the small but thoughtful curation of arcade games as well as the pour-your-own tap system.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Tilt!</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68884" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68884" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68884" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Press-Play_Boulder-CO-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Press-Play_Boulder-CO-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Press-Play_Boulder-CO-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Press-Play_Boulder-CO-768x512.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Press-Play_Boulder-CO-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Press-Play_Boulder-CO.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68884" class="wp-caption-text">Press Play, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Arcade Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Press Play: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Throughout the day, families can enjoy a number of kid-friendly games at Boulder’s Press Play, like Giant Jenga and Donkey Kong. However, in the evening, the venue transforms into an adult hangout. Frequent customers (and those who wished they lived closer so they could be) note that along with the games, there’s a dance floor and a full bar. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Gateway Fun Park</b></p>
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<h2><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-68794" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Cottonwood-Farms.jpg" alt="" width="960" height="720" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Cottonwood-Farms.jpg 960w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Cottonwood-Farms-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Cottonwood-Farms-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" />Pumpkin Patch </b></h2>
<p><b>Cottonwood Farm: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Whether you have kids or not, going to a pumpkin patch and picking that all-important fall decoration is a must. Cottonwood goers note how this small, uncrowded farm offers its charm. Not to mention, parents appreciate that its entrance fees are quite reasonable. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Rocky Mountain Pumpkin Ranch</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68795" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68795" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68795 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FACE-Vocal-Band.2-e1708827612324-300x248.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="248" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FACE-Vocal-Band.2-e1708827612324-300x248.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FACE-Vocal-Band.2-e1708827612324-1024x848.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FACE-Vocal-Band.2-e1708827612324-768x636.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FACE-Vocal-Band.2-e1708827612324.jpeg 1112w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68795" class="wp-caption-text">FACE Vocal Band, Colorado</p></div>
<h2><b>Local Celebrity EC</b></h2>
<p><b>FACE Vocal Band: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">FACE formed well over a decade ago. And while some members have come and gone the group remained. Today, you can find them touring around the world and performing 100 shows a year. But of course, this Boulder group makes time to perform for the fans at home, captivating audiences with their sophisticated yet fun beats.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Chef Hugo</b></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-92404 size-large" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/487405714_18495264928021855_7206406511839802454_n-819x1024.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="850" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/487405714_18495264928021855_7206406511839802454_n-819x1024.jpg 819w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/487405714_18495264928021855_7206406511839802454_n-240x300.jpg 240w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/487405714_18495264928021855_7206406511839802454_n-768x960.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/487405714_18495264928021855_7206406511839802454_n-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/487405714_18495264928021855_7206406511839802454_n.jpg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></p>
<h2 style="clear: both;"><strong>Celebrity Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Deion Sanders “Coach Prime”: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Already a legend in the sports world, Coach Prime shocked many by choosing to come to CU Boulder. His multiple Superbowl rings and reputation as a playmaker and showboater earned him admiration and derision alike in his playing days (depending if he was on your team or not!) but everyone loves him now.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Ralphie </b></p>
<div id="attachment_68662" style="width: 365px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68662" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68662 " src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/LongmontMuseum2_web-300x143.jpg" alt="" width="355" height="169" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/LongmontMuseum2_web-300x143.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/LongmontMuseum2_web-1024x487.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/LongmontMuseum2_web-768x366.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/LongmontMuseum2_web.jpg 1080w" sizes="(max-width: 355px) 100vw, 355px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68662" class="wp-caption-text">Longmont Museum, Longmont CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Museum EC</strong></h2>
<p><b>Longmont Museum: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">The museum started as a humble display in a carriage house back in 1940. But it has since grown to encompass an 11,000-square-foot facility with plans to expand. While it offers several art displays, the history section is not to be missed. In it, you’ll find 17,000 artifacts, 10,000 historical photos, and a greater understanding of the Centennial State.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Lafayette History Museum</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68548" style="width: 361px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68548" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68548" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Museum-of-Boulder-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="351" height="234" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Museum-of-Boulder-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Museum-of-Boulder.jpg 680w" sizes="(max-width: 351px) 100vw, 351px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68548" class="wp-caption-text">Museum of Boulder, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Museum Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Museum of Boulder: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Museumgoers note that this is the perfect spot for locals and travelers alike to get to know Boulder better. In 1944, the Boulder Historical Society committed to preserving the area&#8217;s artifacts and stories. It grew from occupying the second floor of a schoolhouse into a downtown facility with an annual $1 million budget. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; University of Colorado, Boulder Museum of Natural History</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68536" style="width: 774px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68536" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68536" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Longmont-Theatre-300x114.jpg" alt="" width="764" height="290" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Longmont-Theatre-300x114.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Longmont-Theatre-1024x390.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Longmont-Theatre-768x292.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Longmont-Theatre.jpg 1230w" sizes="(max-width: 764px) 100vw, 764px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68536" class="wp-caption-text">Longmont Theatre, Longmont CO</p></div>
<h2 style="clear: both;"><strong>Theater  EC</strong></h2>
<p><b>Longmont Theater Co.: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Theater can be hit or miss. But attendees continuously note the Longmont Theater Co. consistently puts on fantastic plays with high-quality production value that keeps them coming back. Not to mention, many note the ticket prices are quite reasonable. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211;  Arts Hub</b></p>
<h2><strong>Theater Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Dairy Arts Center: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you’re a fan of ballet, plays, contemporary dance, and other performing arts, then Dairy Arts Center is a must-visit. Along with thought-provoking performances, guests also note that the theater has excellent acoustics, comfortable seats (which is not always a guarantee), and delicious snacks.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211;  Local Theater Company</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68535" style="width: 731px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68535" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68535" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Lafayette-Music_Festival.png" alt="" width="721" height="573" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Lafayette-Music_Festival.png 520w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Lafayette-Music_Festival-300x238.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 721px) 100vw, 721px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68535" class="wp-caption-text">Lafayette Music Fest, Multiple Locations throughout Lafayette CO</p></div>
<h2 style="clear: both;"><strong>Festival EC</strong></h2>
<p><b>Lafayette Music Fest: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">There’s no shortage of musical artists in the Centennial State. And in 2022, the nonprofit Rock for the People decided to gather them all in one place at the Lafayette Music Fest. Two years later, concertgoers can enjoy multiple stages across different venues. Not to mention tickets have clocked in at past events for under $40. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211;  Erie Pride &amp; Juneteenth by Being Better Neighbors</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68833" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68833" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68833" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Creek-Fest-2023-300x200.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="200" /><p id="caption-attachment-68833" class="wp-caption-text">Boulder Creek Festival, Boulder CO, www.bouldercreekfest.com</p></div>
<h2><strong>Festival Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Boulder Creek Festival: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">It seems prices everywhere continue to creep (or skyrocket) up and up. But Boulder Creek Festival offers 30-plus local bands across three stages completely free of charge. Not to mention, it’s also jam-packed with kid-friendly concerts and games. But of course, if you want to escape from the family for a bit, purchase tickets to the beer festival.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211;  Bluebird Music Festival</b></p>
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<h1><strong>Health &amp; Beauty</strong></h1>
<div id="attachment_68504" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68504" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68504 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blue-Skies-Massage-and-Wellness-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blue-Skies-Massage-and-Wellness-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blue-Skies-Massage-and-Wellness-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blue-Skies-Massage-and-Wellness-768x512.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blue-Skies-Massage-and-Wellness-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blue-Skies-Massage-and-Wellness.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68504" class="wp-caption-text">Blue Skies Massage &amp; Wellness, Longmont CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Day Spa EC</strong></h2>
<p><b>Blue Skies Massage &amp; Wellness: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Blue Skies has built up a regular clientele, which is due in large part to their staff taking the time to help customers find the best treatment option. Additionally, many spagoers note that they feel taken care of from the moment they arrive until they leave. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211;  Body Bar</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68562" style="width: 306px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68562" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68562" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/St-Julien-Hotel-and-Spa-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="296" height="296" /><p id="caption-attachment-68562" class="wp-caption-text">St. Julien Hotel &amp; Spa, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Day Spa Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>St. Julien Hotel &amp; Spa: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sometimes, a 30-minute massage just isn’t enough. Thankfully, St. Julien is the perfect weekend getaway. A community staple for nearly two decades, guests praise the highly attentive and friendly staff as well as the amenities offered like the sauna, steam room, and more. Of course, if you can’t make a weekend out of it, you can pop in for a quick massage or facial. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211;  Dragontree</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68886" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68886" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68886" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blue-Skies-Massage-and-Wellness_Spa-Room-300x169.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="169" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blue-Skies-Massage-and-Wellness_Spa-Room-300x169.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blue-Skies-Massage-and-Wellness_Spa-Room-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blue-Skies-Massage-and-Wellness_Spa-Room-768x432.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blue-Skies-Massage-and-Wellness_Spa-Room-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Blue-Skies-Massage-and-Wellness_Spa-Room.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68886" class="wp-caption-text">Blue Skies Massage &amp; Wellness, Longmont CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Facial EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Blue Skies Massage &amp; Wellness: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Guests note that staff takes the time to get to know your skin type to recommend the best treatment. Additionally, Blue Skies also offers full facials specifically geared towards men and teenagers, meaning anyone can enjoy some well-deserved rest and relaxation. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211;  Smooth Intentions </b></p>
<div id="attachment_68890" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68890" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68890" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Dragontree-Dayspa-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Dragontree-Dayspa-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Dragontree-Dayspa-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Dragontree-Dayspa-768x512.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Dragontree-Dayspa-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Dragontree-Dayspa.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68890" class="wp-caption-text">Dragontree Holistic Day Spa, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Facial Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Facial B (tie) &#8211; St. Julien Hotel &amp; Spa</b></p>
<p><b>Dragontree: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Guests note that the serene and tranquil vibe makes relaxing easy while taking advantage of their facials, which range from classic to ayurvedic options. Those who have gone to treat themselves at Dragontree also note that the staff is willing to help without pressuring you into treatments, which is very much appreciated.</span></p>
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<p><b>St. Julien Hotel &amp; Spa: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">St. Julien’s location and quiet campus allow one to truly step outside the hustle and bustle for a bit. Additionally, their facial options run the gamut in terms of treatment type, price, and time, so there’s something for everyone. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211;  Alchemy Face Bar</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68796" style="width: 264px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68796" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68796" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Maven-Hair-Studio-254x300.jpeg" alt="" width="254" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Maven-Hair-Studio-254x300.jpeg 254w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Maven-Hair-Studio.jpeg 431w" sizes="(max-width: 254px) 100vw, 254px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68796" class="wp-caption-text">Maven Hair Studio, Lafayette CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Salon EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Maven Hair Studio: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">One of the first upscale salons to open in East County Maven’s owner Laura, has been creating hair creations for 25 years. This particular review captured our attention; I LOVE this place! Laura is an amazing colorist and hair stylist&#8230;She set my hair free!</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211;  95th St. Salon</b></p>
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<div style="clear: both;"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-68732" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/voodoo-hair-lounge-interior.jpeg" alt="" width="1920" height="800" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/voodoo-hair-lounge-interior.jpeg 1920w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/voodoo-hair-lounge-interior-300x125.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/voodoo-hair-lounge-interior-1024x427.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/voodoo-hair-lounge-interior-768x320.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/voodoo-hair-lounge-interior-1536x640.jpeg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></div>
<p><b>Voodoo Hair Lounge: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Voodoo is an artistic, community-oriented salon that’s known for its precision and talented stylists. In addition to providing unforgettable styles, this business diverts 93% of its waste through composting and recycling. Voodoo aren’t just good stewards of the environment, they are community partners.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211;  Twig Salon</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68573" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68573" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68573 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Woodward-Barbers-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Woodward-Barbers-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Woodward-Barbers-768x512.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Woodward-Barbers.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68573" class="wp-caption-text">Woodward Barbers, Erie CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Barber EC</strong></h2>
<p><b>Woodward Barbers: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">An old-time classic in a new-time kind of town. Woodward Barbers is a classic barbershop that operates with finesse and attention to detail. Clients love this location because of its laid-back, comfortable atmosphere and endless supply of snacks.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Thunderbird Barbers</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68901" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68901" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68901 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hennepin-Barber-300x300.png" alt="" width="300" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hennepin-Barber-300x300.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hennepin-Barber-200x200.png 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hennepin-Barber.png 483w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68901" class="wp-caption-text">Hennepin Barber, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Barber Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Hennepin Barbers: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Head to South Boulder to snag an appointment with one of Hennepin’s top-notch barbers. An artistic shop with luxurious vibes and great background music, clients can expect a leisurely experience due to the appointment-based structure. However, shop owner Ben still runs his barber shop with a small-town feel.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211;  The Boulder Barbers</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68733" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68733" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68733 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Siam-Sensation-Massage-300x199.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="199" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Siam-Sensation-Massage-300x199.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Siam-Sensation-Massage.jpeg 395w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68733" class="wp-caption-text">Siam Sensation, Longmont and Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Massage EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Siam Sensation: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Not the first win for Siam Sensation, this multi-time winner provides a great massage that takes walk-in appointments and delivers the finest Thai massage in the county. But they offer both traditional Thai massages and mixed massages that prioritize opening the body to provide long-term relief. If you want to feel better this is a great place to book an appointment</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211;  Blooming Massage</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68834" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68834" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68834" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Moving-Mountains-Massage-300x200.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Moving-Mountains-Massage-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Moving-Mountains-Massage-768x513.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Moving-Mountains-Massage.jpeg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68834" class="wp-caption-text">Moving Mountains Massage, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Massage Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Moving Mountains Massage: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Moving Mountains specializes in injury healing and stress relief through the medium of massage. But it’s Jesse’s skilled hands that make the difference. The fifth time that it’s topped the Best of the West charts, while it’s another feather in the cap for their business, it’s a win for your sore body. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211;  Siam Sensation</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68797" style="width: 307px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68797" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68797 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/95th-St-Salon-e1708828133126-297x300.jpeg" alt="" width="297" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/95th-St-Salon-e1708828133126-297x300.jpeg 297w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/95th-St-Salon-e1708828133126.jpeg 432w" sizes="(max-width: 297px) 100vw, 297px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68797" class="wp-caption-text">95th St Salon, Lafayette CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Manicure/Pedicure EC</b></h2>
<p><b>95th Street Salon: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">When 95th St Salon opened it was not much more than a place to get a haircut. But the last twenty years have changed in our County and 95th has changed with it. Today it’s a full-service Aveda salon and spa that also does great nails.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211;  She Nails, Erie</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68785" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68785" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68785 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/J-Lounge.2-300x262.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="262" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/J-Lounge.2-300x262.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/J-Lounge.2.jpg 500w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68785" class="wp-caption-text">J Lounge, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Manicure/Pedicure Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>J Lounge: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Walking into J Lounge feels like you’ve entered into a contemporary, slightly elevated spa. The personable staff members make it many clients’ go-to location for manicures and pedicures in Boulder. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211;  Contempo Nails</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68835" style="width: 210px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68835" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-thumbnail wp-image-68835" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Valar-Aesthetics-200x200.jpeg" alt="" width="200" height="200" /><p id="caption-attachment-68835" class="wp-caption-text">Valar-Aesthetics, Erie CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Medi Spa (Medical Treatments) EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Valar Aesthetics: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">A knowledgeable industry-leading staff goes a long way in the medical treatment industry, and that’s a quality that Valar Aesthetics provides. This team is beloved by the community for its sensitivity and personal charm. Unlike some businesses, Valar isn’t trying to sell a product. Instead, it focuses on client care and the relationships created.</span></p>
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<div id="attachment_68836" style="width: 210px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68836" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-thumbnail wp-image-68836" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Rinnova-200x200.jpeg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Rinnova-200x200.jpeg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Rinnova-300x300.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Rinnova-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Rinnova-768x768.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Rinnova.jpeg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68836" class="wp-caption-text">Rinnova Skin &amp; Body, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Medi Spa (Medical Treatments) EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Rinnova Skin &amp; Body: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">What’s better than temporary skin treatments? Treatments that are designed to provide lasting results for clients. Rinnova emphasizes renewal, safety, and natural healing that meets the client where they are. This quality team of specialists is sensitive to your needs while emphasizing quality educational support. </span></p>
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<div id="attachment_68513" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68513" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68513 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chiropractic-Center-of-Erie-e1708814851384-300x198.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="198" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chiropractic-Center-of-Erie-e1708814851384-300x198.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chiropractic-Center-of-Erie-e1708814851384-1024x674.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chiropractic-Center-of-Erie-e1708814851384-768x506.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chiropractic-Center-of-Erie-e1708814851384.jpg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68513" class="wp-caption-text">Chiropractic Center of Erie &amp; Longmont, CO</p></div>
<h2><b></b><strong>Chiropractor EC</strong></h2>
<p><b>Chiropractic Center of Erie &amp; Longmont: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Years ago we wrote that Dr Dave has the best hands in town. With over 25 years of tending to his patients&#8217; needs, Dr Dave has consistently won because he is a master at helping you resolve pain. They take a full-body approach that includes soft tissue and muscle work with each adjustment. They also offer cupping and dry-needling. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211;  Wurth Chiro</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68798" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68798" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68798 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chrio-Now-e1708828272240-300x224.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="224" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chrio-Now-e1708828272240-300x224.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chrio-Now-e1708828272240-1024x763.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chrio-Now-e1708828272240-768x572.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chrio-Now-e1708828272240.jpeg 1510w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68798" class="wp-caption-text">Chiro Now!, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Chiropractor Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Chiro Now: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Located in a strip mall in Boulder, Chiro Now doesn’t exactly toot its own horn. However, locals are quick to become loyal to this team of practitioners due to their accumulative level of expertise and patient care. These chiropractors take extra steps to get to know the patient and their ailments prior to making adjustments. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211;  Swan Lake Chiropractic</b><b> </b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68530" style="width: 262px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68530" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68530" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jasper-Animal-Hospital-193x300.jpg" alt="" width="252" height="392" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jasper-Animal-Hospital-193x300.jpg 193w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jasper-Animal-Hospital-658x1024.jpg 658w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jasper-Animal-Hospital-768x1194.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jasper-Animal-Hospital-988x1536.jpg 988w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jasper-Animal-Hospital.jpg 1212w" sizes="(max-width: 252px) 100vw, 252px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68530" class="wp-caption-text">Jasper Animal Hospital, Lafayette CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Veterinarian EC</strong></h2>
<p><b>Jasper Animal Hospital</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It’s usually pretty easy to determine who owns a pet and who doesn’t. So, walking into Jasper Animal Hospital is quite an experience. The hospital’s team provides full-service care while making both you and your pet feel like family. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211;  Erie Animal Hospital</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68891" style="width: 284px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68891" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68891" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Arapahoe-Animal_Hospital-274x300.png" alt="" width="274" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Arapahoe-Animal_Hospital-274x300.png 274w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Arapahoe-Animal_Hospital.png 347w" sizes="(max-width: 274px) 100vw, 274px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68891" class="wp-caption-text">Arapahoe Animal Hospital, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Veterinarian Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Arapahoe Animal Hospital: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Founded in Boulder in 1954, Arapahoe Animal Hospital has been a staple business within the city for more than 75 years. In addition to treating common pets like dogs and cats, this hospital supports the treatment of exotic animals, and every creature is treated with sensitivity. This is also the place to go to acquire a hard-to-get diagnosis for your pets. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211;  Rise Vet</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68668" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68668" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68668 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Community-Health-1-300x162.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="162" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Community-Health-1-300x162.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Community-Health-1.jpg 760w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68668" class="wp-caption-text">Boulder Community Health, Multiple locations</p></div>
<h2><strong>Medical Center EC</strong></h2>
<p><b>Boulder Community Hospital Erie/Lafayette: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Boulder Community Hospital is best known for its expertise in the treatment of strokes, heart conditions, and neural conditions. While many hospital visits come with long wait times, BCH is quick, and efficient, making it easier to receive the care you need. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211;   Strive Direct Health</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68799" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68799" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-68799" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Medical-Center.png" alt="" width="680" height="252" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Medical-Center.png 680w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Medical-Center-300x111.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68799" class="wp-caption-text">Boulder Medical Center, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Medical Center Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Boulder Medical Center: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Boulder Medical Center makes patient care simple by accepting most insurance networks and simplifying the onboarding process. The center’s staff are friendly, and kind. And the facility, itself, is a multi-practice location which makes it easy to address all of your needs at once. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Kaiser Permanente Baseline Medical Offices</b></p>
<h2><b>Hospital EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Good Samaritan Hospital: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lafayette’s Good Samaritan Hospital provides comprehensive care, but its pediatric center goes above and beyond the call of duty to support mothers and children. The facility contains a “Nook” or an area where new moms can go to get comfortable and bond with their baby. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Longmont United Hospital</b></p>
<h2><strong>Hospital Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Boulder Community Hospital: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">With more than 400 physicians practicing within the Boulder Community Hospital network, it’s no wonder why so many patients find the care they need. And the Boulder location is known for its outpatient care, which makes clients feel comfortable and supported on their medical journey.  BCH has been caring for people in Boulder since 1922, and for East County since the early 2000’s, but their practical approach to medical care has made them one of the best. </span></p>
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<div id="attachment_68532" style="width: 210px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68532" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68532 size-thumbnail" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Keene-Smiles-e1708815217695-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" /><p id="caption-attachment-68532" class="wp-caption-text">Dr. Greg Keene, Keene Smiles, Lafayette CO</p></div>
<p><b>Keene Smiles: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">This office has a loyal client base for a reason. First, it’s one of the last locally owned and operated dental offices. Dr. Keene approaches dentistry with sensitivity and kindness. In addition to providing world-class care, he also offers a membership option to those who don’t have health insurance, demonstrating his support of the Lafayette community. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Brian Cope of Cope Family Dental</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68837" style="width: 210px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68837" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-thumbnail wp-image-68837" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Folsom-Family-Dental-200x200.jpeg" alt="" width="200" height="200" /><p id="caption-attachment-68837" class="wp-caption-text">Dr. Colleen Kimball Bullard, Folsom Family Dental, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Dentist Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Folsom Family Dentistry: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">While many dentistry businesses prioritize symptom management, Folsom Family Dentistry emphasizes preventative care for the whole family. What also throws this office into the spotlight is the laid-back, relaxed atmosphere. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Gunbarrel Family Dentistry</b></p>
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<h2><b>Doctor EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Dr. Brown &#8211; </b><b><i>Strive Direct Health: </i></b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Dr. Brown commands respect as soon as he walks into the room – and it&#8217;s not just because of his 6”7 stature. His knowledge, personality, and dedication to the person he treats make him a giant fixture in the Erie community. Booking appointments and getting in to see Dr. Brown makes it easy to prioritize your own health. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Dr Bauer &#8211; Valar Family Medicine</b></p>
<h2><strong>Doctor Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Dr. Carl Moritz &#8211; </b><b><i>Crossroads Medical Center: </i></b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Dr. Carl Moritz founded Crossroads Medical Center more than 25 years ago, and quickly established himself as an independent, personal physician in the region. Today, his business is one of the few that remains small enough to provide wholesome, ground-up care. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Dr. Christa Ambrose &#8211; Clinica</b></p>
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<h1><strong>Shopping</strong></h1>
<div id="attachment_68800" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68800" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68800" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Browns-Shoe-Store-Longmont-1-300x279.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="279" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Browns-Shoe-Store-Longmont-1-300x279.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Browns-Shoe-Store-Longmont-1.jpeg 549w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68800" class="wp-caption-text">Brown&#8217;s Shoe Store, Longmont CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Shoe Store EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Browns: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Brown’s Shoes in Longmont is what is called a Legacy business. After all, they have been serving locals since 1949. They have stayed in step with time and you will always find the latest in footwear in stock.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Jax Ranch and Home</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68738" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68738" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68738 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Two-Sole-Sisters-300x240.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="240" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Two-Sole-Sisters-300x240.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Two-Sole-Sisters.jpeg 432w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68738" class="wp-caption-text">Two Sole Sisters, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Shoe Store Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Two Sole Sisters: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Need some sass and beauty in your life? Try the beautiful, sassy styles at Two Sole Sisters. Embrace every season&#8217;s beauty from comfy sandals to waterproof boots–your feet won&#8217;t just do the walking; they will do the talking, too.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Pedestrian</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68739" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68739" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68739 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Carbon-Valley-Eyecare-300x222.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="222" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Carbon-Valley-Eyecare-300x222.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Carbon-Valley-Eyecare-1024x758.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Carbon-Valley-Eyecare-768x569.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Carbon-Valley-Eyecare-1536x1137.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Carbon-Valley-Eyecare.jpg 2000w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68739" class="wp-caption-text">Carbon Valley Eyecare, Frederick CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Eyewear EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Carbon Valley Eye Care: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">When Carbon Valley Eye Care opened the largest optometrist practice in the North Metro area, we kind of thought they were nuts for building out East. But their incredible selection and earned reputation for specialty eye care have made them a BOW winner year after year since opening.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Eyecare Center for Northern Colorado</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68801" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68801" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68801" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Envision-300x300.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Envision-300x300.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Envision-200x200.jpeg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Envision.jpeg 510w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68801" class="wp-caption-text">Envision, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Eyewear Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Envision: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Since 1966 Envision Eyewear has been helping Boulderites see up the mountain and down the road. Their reviews tell you why they have been a local favorite all these years.  </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Tom’s Sportique Eyewear</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68521" style="width: 1810px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68521" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68521 size-full" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Eric-Olson.jpg" alt="" width="1800" height="1202" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Eric-Olson.jpg 1800w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Eric-Olson-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Eric-Olson-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Eric-Olson-768x513.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Eric-Olson-1536x1026.jpg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68521" class="wp-caption-text">Eric Olson, Louisville CO</p></div>
<h2 style="clear: both;"><strong>Jewelry EC</strong></h2>
<p><b>Eric Olson: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">One of two Master Jewelers in Colorado, Eric Olson is a true craftsman. He is so old school, he didn&#8217;t even have a computer to check you until a couple of years ago. That is because he is focused on the art of how to adorn us.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211;  Thalken</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68802" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68802" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68802" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hurdles-Jewelery-300x211.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="211" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hurdles-Jewelery-300x211.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Hurdles-Jewelery.jpeg 654w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68802" class="wp-caption-text">Hurdles Jewelry, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Jewelry Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Hurdles Jewelry: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">The oldest store on Pearl Street and known to be a downtown treasure, Hurdles Jewelry is a first-generation, family-owned business that opened in 1947. They win year after year because year after year, they are true to their community with the highest quality and personalized service. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Walters &amp; Hogsett</b><b> </b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68529" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68529" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68529 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ivy-Rose-Boutique-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ivy-Rose-Boutique-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ivy-Rose-Boutique-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ivy-Rose-Boutique-768x512.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ivy-Rose-Boutique-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ivy-Rose-Boutique.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68529" class="wp-caption-text">Ivy Rose, Longmont CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Fashion Boutique for Women EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Ivy Rose: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">For a long time East County folks had to drive to Boulder or Denver to go shopping. Not anymore. Main St. Longmont has become a destination for local shopping, and Ivy Rose is one of the reasons why. Always stylish clothes to adorn our bodies with but what makes the experience shopping here unique is their stylist on staff who can help you find the perfect outfit, all while keeping the prices within reach. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Charmed 33</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68803" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68803" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68803" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Apocolypse-1-300x200.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Apocolypse-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Apocolypse-1.jpeg 680w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68803" class="wp-caption-text">Apocolypse, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Fashion Boutique for Women Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Apocalypse: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Nostalgic for that vintage style? Mom jeans, oversized shirts that’ll make you smile? Apocalypse can deck you out like the Goodfellas, the 60’s hippie, or just really funky. Everything is unique here. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Jacque Michelle</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68495" style="width: 250px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68495" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68495 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Acme-fine-goods-240x300.jpg" alt="" width="240" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Acme-fine-goods-240x300.jpg 240w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Acme-fine-goods-819x1024.jpg 819w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Acme-fine-goods-768x960.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Acme-fine-goods-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Acme-fine-goods.jpg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68495" class="wp-caption-text">Acme Fine Goods, Louisville CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Men&#8217;s Clothing EC</strong></h2>
<p><b>Acme Fine Goods: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">For the longest time, East County had very few options for men’s clothing aside from department stores at the mall. Mall no more! Acme Fine Goods has everything men want to wear. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Jax Home &amp; Ranch</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68804" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68804" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68804" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Canoe-Club-300x200.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Canoe-Club-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Canoe-Club.jpeg 680w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68804" class="wp-caption-text">Canoe Club, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Men&#8217;s Clothing Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Canoe Club: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">With regal high-end streetwear, get pulled into a world of immaculate clothing options like nothing you’ve seen before. With polished floors and old jazzy tunes playing overhead, you will leave Canoe Club feeling like you’re in your own movie scene.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Heady Bauer</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68805" style="width: 1080px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68805" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-68805" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Found-Underground-Consignments.jpeg" alt="" width="1070" height="698" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Found-Underground-Consignments.jpeg 1070w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Found-Underground-Consignments-300x196.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Found-Underground-Consignments-1024x668.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Found-Underground-Consignments-768x501.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1070px) 100vw, 1070px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68805" class="wp-caption-text">Found Underground Consignments, Louisville CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Consignment Clothing EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Found Underground: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Funky, fun, and filled with Love, Found Underground has an eclectic mix of what to wear, all while actively supporting the LGBTQ community. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Fabulous Finds</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68786" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68786" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68786 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rags-consignment-300x225.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="225" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rags-consignment-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rags-consignment-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rags-consignment-768x576.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/rags-consignment.jpeg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68786" class="wp-caption-text">Rag&#8217;s Consignment, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Consignment Clothing Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Rags Consignments: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Rags is the Queen. In our 24 years, they have consistently won Best of the West just about every year. While it&#8217;s consignment shopping at Rags is like shopping new in a hip, chic environment.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Apocalypse</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68517" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68517" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68517 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Downtown-Longmont-e1708816326932-300x220.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="220" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Downtown-Longmont-e1708816326932-300x220.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Downtown-Longmont-e1708816326932-768x563.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Downtown-Longmont-e1708816326932.jpg 1000w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68517" class="wp-caption-text">Downtown Longmont, CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Shopping District EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Downtown Longmont: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Longmont is cool these days. Longmont is what Boulder was 30 years ago, a vast array of locally owned shops run by community members. And man has it changed from a sleepy farm town to a desirable downtown. All they need now is dancing at night!</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Downtown Lafayette</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68552" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68552" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68552 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pearl-St_Downtown-Boulder-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pearl-St_Downtown-Boulder-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pearl-St_Downtown-Boulder-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pearl-St_Downtown-Boulder-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pearl-St_Downtown-Boulder-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pearl-St_Downtown-Boulder.jpg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68552" class="wp-caption-text">Pearl St, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Shopping District Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Pearl St.: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">A street whispering tales of old eras, known for its long history of surviving years of attempts at modernization, Pearl Street has seen it all! Immerse yourself in its timeless beauty, you’ll find yourself always coming back.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; 29th St. Mall</b></p>
<h2><b>Bookstore EC</b></h2>
<p><b>The Read Queen: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Who says print is dead? The Read Queen is proving people want books. Good books, unique books, printed reading material of all types. In addition to the cafe and bookstore they also now have a gathering space to sit and enjoy all that wonderful print (which is good for the brain too).</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Barbedwire Books</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68741" style="width: 210px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68741" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68741 size-thumbnail" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Bookstore.2-200x200.jpeg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Bookstore.2-200x200.jpeg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Bookstore.2.jpeg 225w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68741" class="wp-caption-text">Boulder Bookstore, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Bookstore Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Boulder Bookstore: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">In 1977 Pearl St became a walking mall, the same year Boulder Bookstore opened. Other Pearl St Mall businesses have come and come, but Boulder Bookstore has remained a bastion of democracy and a vast resource of knowledge since where you will find over 20,000 sq ft with over 10,000 titles. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Barnes &amp; Noble</b></p>
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<h2><b>Florist EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Lafayette Florist: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Back in 1949 East County didn’t have a whole lot except old mining towns that were starting to shut down the mines. Lafayette Florist opened that same year as a garden haven for East County residents. A lot has changed in East County since, and Lafayette Florist has changed with it. Today you will find them at Arapahoe Rd and Hwy 287 still arranging the freshest floral bouquets you can find. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Longmont Florist</b></p>
<h2><b>Florist Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Fiori: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Fiori, meaning flower in Italian, Fiori is also fluent in the language of flowers. You will be reminded of the essence of the Italian riverside, as you celebrate joy and life-changing moments through the remnants of nature’s beauty. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Sturtz &amp; Copeland</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68924" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68924" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68924" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Longmont-Museum_gift-shop-300x225.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="225" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Longmont-Museum_gift-shop-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Longmont-Museum_gift-shop-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Longmont-Museum_gift-shop-768x576.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Longmont-Museum_gift-shop-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Longmont-Museum_gift-shop.jpeg 2040w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68924" class="wp-caption-text">Longmont Museum gift shop, Longmont CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Kid’s Store EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Longmont Museum: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">In 2023 YS covered the People’s History of BOCO &amp; the North Metro. March 2023 was Longmont’s feature. But if you want to learn even more about this area head to Longmont Museum. However, Longmont Museum is so much more than history, you will find interactive exhibits, events, and performances all year. Longmont Museum is a central hub for Longmont culture. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Adorn</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68743" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68743" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68743 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Grandrabbits-Toy-Shop-300x300.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Grandrabbits-Toy-Shop-300x300.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Grandrabbits-Toy-Shop-200x200.jpeg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Grandrabbits-Toy-Shop.jpeg 348w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68743" class="wp-caption-text">Grandrabbit&#8217;s Toy Shoppe, Multiple Locations, CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Kid’s Store Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Grandrabbit’s Toy Shoppe: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Since 1977 Grandrabbbits has been a magical and whimsy wonderland, Dive into a fantasy world of Cheshire cats and white rabbits, educational toys, and more. You will want to play as much as your kid will. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Childish Things</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_59605" style="width: 210px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-59605" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-59605 size-thumbnail" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/vintrey_zoe-jennings_gift-guide_yellowscene_2022_11-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" /><p id="caption-attachment-59605" class="wp-caption-text">Vintrey Honest Goods, Lafayette CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Gift Shop EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Vintrey Honest Goods: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Vintrey is a family-owned, ethical shopping destination that provides gift options for everyone on your list. Toting their own brand of handmade items from India (jewelry, leather goods, and textiles), as well as sustainable brands and small-batch goods, their products are defined by an elegant simplicity. Feel-good shopping, for sure.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Timbalier</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68744" style="width: 250px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68744" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68744 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Cedar-and-Hyde-Mercantile-240x300.png" alt="" width="240" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Cedar-and-Hyde-Mercantile-240x300.png 240w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Cedar-and-Hyde-Mercantile.png 487w" sizes="(max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68744" class="wp-caption-text">Cedar &amp; Hyde, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Gift Shop Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Cedar &amp; Hyde </b><b>Mercantile: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">The minimalist beauty of Cedar &amp; Hyde manifests in chic clothing, elegant jewelry, and artful home goods. The owners were inspired by their own parents’ retail operation as children, and assured that “all are welcome to enter and linger.” And their loyal customers do, finding the mercantile to be a shopping sanctuary.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Bliss</b></p>
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<h2><b>Natural Goods EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Natural Grocer / Vitamin Cottage: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">With a sweet, helpful staff (who will even hold your baby for you while you load up your groceries), Natural Grocers has a warm, community feel and high standards for their products. The knowledgeable employees keep the store clean and well-stocked, creating a peaceful place to shop for high-quality items.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Sprouts</b></p>
<h2><b>Natural Goods Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Sprouts: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sprouts’ friendly staff will go beyond to help you find what you need. From their beautiful produce to their affordable prices on natural brands, you can check off an entire week’s shopping list in one stop. And pop by the sandwich counter for a righteous lunch deal while you’re there! </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Nude Foods</b></p>
<h2><b>Grocer EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Natural Grocer / Vitamin Cottage: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">With a second win in Best’s 2024 lineup, Natural Grocers’ organic produce is top-notch, alongside a unique array of snacks and shelved products. They’re also the best prices on vitamins around! So stop in on your way home and let a thoughtful employee help you find what you’re looking for. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Sprouts</b></p>
<h2><b>Grocer Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Whole Foods: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Not all Whole Foods are created equal. But frequent fliers at the Boulder location note that the staff is incredibly helpful, even when it comes to hunting down the most esoteric of ingredients. Additionally, along with the huge selection of grocery staples, shoppers love browsing this location’s extensive specialty section. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Lucky’s Market</b></p>
<h2><b>Pet Supply EC</b></h2>
<p><b>The Happy Beast : </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you’ve ever been served an ad for the newest, healthiest dog food and immediately felt like an awful person for what you’re serving your canine, you’re not alone. But the truth is finding the best option for your dog is difficult—not to mention costly. Thankfully there’s Happy Beast. Shoppers note that the store’s friendly and knowledgeable staff help guide them to the health food that’s best for their dog and wallet. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Dee-O-Gee</b></p>
<h2><b>Pet Supply Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>PC’s Pantry: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Along with offering a wide array of pet supplies at reasonable prices, PC’s also has an extensive pet bakery with dozens of special cookie options, ranging from Dawgoritos to Pup-kin cookies. Because treat culture isn’t just for the girlies. It’s easy to see why one shopper called PC’s the best pet supply store in the world. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Only Natural Pet</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68524" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68524" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68524 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Furn-Consignment-Store-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Furn-Consignment-Store-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Furn-Consignment-Store-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Furn-Consignment-Store-768x576.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Furn-Consignment-Store.jpg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68524" class="wp-caption-text">Furn Consignment, Broomfield CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Consignment and Re-Used Furniture EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Furn Consignment: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Skip IKEA cookie-cutter furniture and decorate your home with pieces that reflect your taste. Furn shoppers note that the furniture is beautiful, well-made, and (perhaps most importantly) reasonably priced. The owners are committed to uplifting local artists. And whatever doesn’t sell is donated to charities like the local African Community Center. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Fabulous Find</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68669" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68669" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68669 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Amazing-Garage-Sale-300x224.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="224" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Amazing-Garage-Sale-300x224.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Amazing-Garage-Sale.jpg 535w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68669" class="wp-caption-text"><strong>The Amazing Garage Sale, Boulder CO</strong></p></div>
<h2><strong>Consignment and Reused Furniture Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>The Amazing Garage Sale: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">This isn’t your neighbor’s garage sale. Customers keep coming back to this Boulder staple to browse its wide array of photographs, eclectic jewelry, furniture, sculptures, and more. There’s always something new to find and the prices are quite reasonable. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Glenwood Wildlife Thrift Store</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68806" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68806" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68806 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Quilters-Corner-300x225.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="225" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Quilters-Corner-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Quilters-Corner.jpeg 680w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68806" class="wp-caption-text">Quilter&#8217;s Corner, Erie CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Quilting EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Quilter’s Corner: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">One customer notes she walked into Quilter’s Corner looking for buttons and left with the supplies to start a whole new hobby. Indeed, shoppers note that Quilter’s friendly staff, classes, and open sewing spaces keep them inspired and coming back. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; The Presser Foot</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68746" style="width: 354px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68746" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68746 size-full" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Elfriedes-Fine-Fabrics.jpeg" alt="" width="344" height="147" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Elfriedes-Fine-Fabrics.jpeg 344w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Elfriedes-Fine-Fabrics-300x128.jpeg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 344px) 100vw, 344px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68746" class="wp-caption-text">Elfriede&#8217;s Fine Fabrics &amp; Quilting, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Quilting Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Elfriede&#8217;s Fine Fabrics &amp; Quilting: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">One shopper called Elfriede&#8217;s a 40-carat diamond. Indeed, this quilting hotspot has been a community staple for 50 years. Customers note that its huge selection of fabrics, wool, garments, and other clothes is unmatched. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Art Parts</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68748" style="width: 236px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68748" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68748 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Little-Horse-Vintage-and-Books-226x300.jpeg" alt="" width="226" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Little-Horse-Vintage-and-Books-226x300.jpeg 226w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Little-Horse-Vintage-and-Books.jpeg 384w" sizes="(max-width: 226px) 100vw, 226px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68748" class="wp-caption-text">Little Horse Vintage, Louisville CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Record Store EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Little Horse Vintage: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Books and music in one place? Hell yeah. Customers say walking into Little Horse is like walking into a time machine. A community staple since 2001, this spot offers an eclectic collection of vintage books, records, and other trinkets. Not sure about the record? You can try it before you buy it by listening to it in the shop’s decked-out music closet. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Absolute Vinyl</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_67014" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-67014" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-67014 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/storefront-e1708824118267-300x152.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="152" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/storefront-e1708824118267-300x152.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/storefront-e1708824118267-1024x520.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/storefront-e1708824118267-768x390.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/storefront-e1708824118267.jpg 1308w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-67014" class="wp-caption-text">Paradise Found Records &amp; Music, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Record Store Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Paradise Found Records &amp; Music: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Paradise has existed in a few different forms and under a few different owners for years. But the shop’s current owner, Will Paradise, had been a longtime customer before buying it in 2016. Customers love the eclectic mix of old, new, and used records for reasonable prices. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Beat Bookshop</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68543" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68543" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68543 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Monkton-Guitars-300x300.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Monkton-Guitars-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Monkton-Guitars-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Monkton-Guitars-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Monkton-Guitars-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Monkton-Guitars.jpg 1182w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68543" class="wp-caption-text">Monkton Guitars, Broomfield CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Musical Instruments EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Monkton Guitars: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Most shops start as a brick-and-mortar and then transition into an online shop. But Monkton began as an online store in 1989 and eventually opened its physical location in 2019. Shoppers love the Monkton’s fair prices and knowledgeable staff who are ready to answer questions without being overbearing. But what locals love is just coming in and jamming with the owner. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Guitar Hut</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68749" style="width: 2010px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68749" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68749 size-full" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/HB-Woodsongs.jpeg" alt="" width="2000" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/HB-Woodsongs.jpeg 2000w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/HB-Woodsongs-300x45.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/HB-Woodsongs-1024x154.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/HB-Woodsongs-768x115.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/HB-Woodsongs-1536x230.jpeg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68749" class="wp-caption-text">HB Woodsong&#8217;s, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Musical Instruments Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>HB Woodsongs: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">HB Woodsongs is not just a big part of the music community, they are a Boulder icon. Along with an exceptionally helpful staff, the shop’s classes and open jam sessions help students of all levels hone their skills and connect with fellow musicians since 1971. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Boulder Drum Shop</b></p>
<h2><b>Cannabis EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Complete Releaf: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Customers note how Herbal Wellness has a thoughtfully selected but wide array of products to choose from. Staff are friendly and eager to answer questions. Plus, they have a large selection of artisan glassware. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Terrapin Care Station</b></p>
<h2><b>Cannabis Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Native Roots: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Go just about anywhere in Colorado, throw a rock, and you’ll probably hit a Native Roots dispensary. Seriously, they are everywhere (but please don’t actually do that). One can guess that’s due in part to the chain’s friendly and knowledgeable staff who meet you where you’re at with your cannabis knowledge without being condescending. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Elements Boulder</b></p>
<h2><b>Tattoo Shop EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Main Street Tattoo: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sometimes, dealing with artists and staff at a tattoo shop can be a rushed and stressful experience. Definitely, not what you want when you’re about to permanently draw on your body. However, customers appreciate Main Street’s conscientious staff who will sit down with you, talk out your ideas, and come up with a design you’re happy with. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Inksmith</b></p>
<h2><b>Tattoo Shop Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Bolder Ink: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Walk into the oldest tattoo shop in Boulder and you’ll instantly feel the laid-back, friendly vibe. In other words, the perfect atmosphere for a tattoo. Customers have written they make special trips from outside of the state to Boulder Ink for a new tattoo.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Rising Tide Tattoo</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68787" style="width: 1360px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68787" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68787 size-full" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Lafayette-Mural-e1708824442173.jpeg" alt="" width="1350" height="713" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Lafayette-Mural-e1708824442173.jpeg 1350w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Lafayette-Mural-e1708824442173-300x158.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Lafayette-Mural-e1708824442173-1024x541.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Lafayette-Mural-e1708824442173-768x406.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1350px) 100vw, 1350px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68787" class="wp-caption-text">Downtown Lafayette, CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Old Town EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Downtown Lafayette: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lafayette may be a small suburb, but it&#8217;s making a name for itself with the pioneering affordable housing initiatives most of us need in this economy.  Downtown Lafayette not only appeals to residents enjoying a quieter life but also for college students and millennials looking for a good restaurant for studying or brunch. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Downtown Erie</b></p>
<h2><b>Old Town Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Mapleton Hill Historic District: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Often considered one of Boulder’s poshest neighborhoods, it’s a treat for those who love to see elaborate and historic homes. The neighborhood is home to The Squires-Tourtellot house, constructed in 1865, which is believed to be the oldest house in Boulder. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Pearl St</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68752" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68752" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68752 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Historic-Callahan-House_Sherri-O-Hara-7f1b84955056b36_7f1b877f-5056-b365-ab6bd5dccd3fbf21-300x199.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="199" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Historic-Callahan-House_Sherri-O-Hara-7f1b84955056b36_7f1b877f-5056-b365-ab6bd5dccd3fbf21-300x199.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Historic-Callahan-House_Sherri-O-Hara-7f1b84955056b36_7f1b877f-5056-b365-ab6bd5dccd3fbf21-1024x678.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Historic-Callahan-House_Sherri-O-Hara-7f1b84955056b36_7f1b877f-5056-b365-ab6bd5dccd3fbf21-768x509.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Historic-Callahan-House_Sherri-O-Hara-7f1b84955056b36_7f1b877f-5056-b365-ab6bd5dccd3fbf21.jpeg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68752" class="wp-caption-text">Callahan House, Old Town Longmont CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Neighborhood</b><strong> EC</strong></h2>
<p><b>Downtown Longmont: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Downtown Longmont has the downtown charm but with enough restaurant and shop options that fill every need. Aside from business establishments, downtown Longmont also hosts plenty of music and social events on the downtown streets. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Indian Peaks</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68751" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68751" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68751 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/NOBO-District-300x300.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/NOBO-District-300x300.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/NOBO-District-200x200.jpeg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/NOBO-District.jpeg 533w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68751" class="wp-caption-text">NOBO, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Neighborhood</b><strong> Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>NOBO Art District: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Reigning champ from last year’s BOW, NoBo art district continues to be a fan favorite with the art enrichment opportunities it offers to the art lovers and artists in Boulder. Hosting art events like art exhibits, NoBo is a community-focused, grassroots organization.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Mapleton Hill</b></p>
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<h2><b>Furniture</b><strong> EC</strong></h2>
<p><b>Living Spaces Denver: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Grab a soft pretzel from the Living Spaces Cafe and shop for quality furniture pieces at the Thornton store location. Want to shop from home? Customize your furniture pieces online. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Woodley’s</b></p>
<h2><b>Furniture</b><strong> Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Boulder Furniture and Mattress: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Started in 1999 by a CU business grad, feel cozy not only about your high-quality furniture purchase but that you’re supporting a local family business. Owner Cary Schram advertises that love and his relationship with customers as the most important approach to business. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Arhaus</b><b> </b></p>
<div id="attachment_68538" style="width: 306px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68538" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68538 " src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Lottie-Lane-683x1024.jpg" alt="" width="296" height="444" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Lottie-Lane-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Lottie-Lane-200x300.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Lottie-Lane-768x1151.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Lottie-Lane-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Lottie-Lane.jpg 1366w" sizes="(max-width: 296px) 100vw, 296px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68538" class="wp-caption-text">Lottie Lane, Erie CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Home Furnishing EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Lottie Lane Erie: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Taking the title again, Lottie Lane in Erie offers customers unique home decor pieces that you won’t find in many other homes while supporting a local realtor turned business owner. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Due South</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68927" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68927" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68927" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Proud-House-300x293.png" alt="" width="300" height="293" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Proud-House-300x293.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Proud-House.png 601w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68927" class="wp-caption-text">Proud House Studio, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Home Furnishing Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Proud House Studio: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Owner Megan doesn’t stop at the design drawing board. With an understanding in the construction process, she will oversee the plan to completion. A solo world traveler, Megan seeks creative inspiration from traveling the globe. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Boulder Furniture Arts</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68807" style="width: 908px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68807" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-68807" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Budget-Home-Supply.png" alt="" width="898" height="204" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Budget-Home-Supply.png 898w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Budget-Home-Supply-300x68.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Budget-Home-Supply-768x174.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 898px) 100vw, 898px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68807" class="wp-caption-text">Budget Home Supply, Longmont CO</p></div>
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<h2><b>Home Improvement EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Budget Home Supply: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Budget Home Supply has supported local non-profits like Habitat for Humanity and The Our Center since the beginning. They’ve even worked with hundreds of Boy and Eagle Scouts assisting them with supplies to complete their projects. Locally owned since 1984.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Ace Hardware</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68541" style="width: 210px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68541" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68541 size-thumbnail" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/McGuckin-Hardware-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/McGuckin-Hardware-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/McGuckin-Hardware-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/McGuckin-Hardware-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/McGuckin-Hardware-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/McGuckin-Hardware-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/McGuckin-Hardware.jpg 1780w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68541" class="wp-caption-text">McGuckin Hardware, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Home Improvement Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>McGuckin Hardware: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">What’s more Colorado than allowing dogs at your establishment? At fan favorite McGuckin Hardware Boulder loves dogs so they let dogs in on the experience. With wholesome community touches like Nancy the harpist who plays during the holidays, it’s not surprising they often win this category.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Table Mesa Hardware</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68909" style="width: 1450px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68909" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-68909" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Outdoor-Craftsman_Erie-CO.jpg" alt="" width="1440" height="984" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Outdoor-Craftsman_Erie-CO.jpg 1440w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Outdoor-Craftsman_Erie-CO-300x205.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Outdoor-Craftsman_Erie-CO-1024x700.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Outdoor-Craftsman_Erie-CO-768x525.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68909" class="wp-caption-text">Outdoor Craftsman, Erie CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Landscaper EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Outdoor Craftsmen: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Outdoor Craftsmen delivers clean modern twists on your English garden design with a sensitivity to the ecologically tricky nature of landscaping in Colorado. With modern eastern design inspiration, Outdoor Craftsmen can help create a real-life Rockies zen garden.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Wild Heritage Garden &amp; Design</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68910" style="width: 842px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68910" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-68910" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/One-Earth_Landscape_Glass-House-of-Boulder.jpg" alt="" width="832" height="718" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/One-Earth_Landscape_Glass-House-of-Boulder.jpg 832w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/One-Earth_Landscape_Glass-House-of-Boulder-300x259.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/One-Earth_Landscape_Glass-House-of-Boulder-768x663.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 832px) 100vw, 832px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68910" class="wp-caption-text">One Earth Landscape, Boulder CO</p></div>
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<p><b>One Earth Landscapes: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">One Earth Landscape isn’t just any old landscape service. Founder and owner Jim Zarka not only boasts over three decades of experience, but he also holds a degree in landscape architecture, plus a strong resume of wide-ranging experience from academia, the Glasshouse of Boulder,  to Parks and Rec departments, which is why Boulder readers trust One Earth above all others.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Matrix Gardens</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68661" style="width: 349px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68661" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68661" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Fowler-Group_0048_web-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="339" height="226" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Fowler-Group_0048_web-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Fowler-Group_0048_web-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Fowler-Group_0048_web-768x512.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-Fowler-Group_0048_web.jpg 1080w" sizes="(max-width: 339px) 100vw, 339px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68661" class="wp-caption-text">The Fowler Group, Boulder County CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Realtor EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Brie Fowler at the Fowler Group: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Clients describe Brie Fowler the way one describes a trusted friend. She eases anxiety in the home-buying process, always has time for her clients, and is patient and accommodating to their particularities. A breadth of knowledge, handed down through Colorado generations, only adds a job done well to her just-plain-nice-to-be-around-ness. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Paul Dart</b></p>
<h2><b>Realtor Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Arn Rasker-Sotheby&#8217;s: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Arn is a Renaissance man, fluent in three languages, with a background in design and engineering. Often involved in unique properties, his varied and valuable credentials shine through in his work. Described as trustworthy, knowledgeable, and a great listener, his clients are in capable (and interesting!) hands.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Dena Schlutz- Estate Professionals</b></p>
<h2><b>Plumber EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Colorado Green Plumbing: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Pulling this category by a landslide, Colorado Green Plumbing has a reputation for being fair, honest, and showing up promptly for same-day calls. When you add reasonable pricing and good work to that list (plus some free maintenance advice), well then you’ve just defined “perfect plumber.”</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Around The Clog</b></p>
<h2><b>Plumber Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Mesa Plumbing: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">The folks at Mesa Plumbing are patient, and timely, and communicate clearly while providing quality service. They even tend to check in later to make sure everything’s still going well. It’s like your supportive dad came over to take care of it for you, but you insisted on paying him. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Colorado Green Plumbing</b></p>
<h2><b>Contractor EC</b></h2>
<div id="attachment_68808" style="width: 740px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68808" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68808 " src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Siler-Contracting.jpeg" alt="" width="730" height="486" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Siler-Contracting.jpeg 680w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Siler-Contracting-300x200.jpeg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68808" class="wp-caption-text">Silver Contracting, Boulder County CO</p></div>
<p><b>Silver Contracting: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Drawing repeat customers due to quick work producing gorgeous results, Silver Contracting puts up interesting, freshly-designed builds. Customers describe the process as smooth, even “fun” &#8211; the rarest of contractor descriptors. Whether it’s a meticulous reno on a historical home or an out-of-the-box new build, they got you.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; BC Home Services</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68754" style="width: 704px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68754" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68754 size-full" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Cottonwood-Custom-Home-Builders.png" alt="" width="694" height="416" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Cottonwood-Custom-Home-Builders.png 694w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Cottonwood-Custom-Home-Builders-300x180.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 694px) 100vw, 694px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68754" class="wp-caption-text">Cottonwood Home Builders, Boulder County CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Contractor Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Cottonwood </b><b>Custom Home Builders: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Cottonwood’s creative, custom homes are stunners. Their impressive work spans from modern builds to green remodels. Customers praise their timeliness, attention to detail, and a tendency to land on budget &#8211; or under! Advocating for their clients and adapting to new technologies, these guys nail the journey and the destination. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Melton</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68557" style="width: 861px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68557" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68557 size-full" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Reinholt-Tree-Service.jpg" alt="" width="851" height="319" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Reinholt-Tree-Service.jpg 851w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Reinholt-Tree-Service-300x112.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Reinholt-Tree-Service-768x288.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 851px) 100vw, 851px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68557" class="wp-caption-text">Reinholt Tree Care, Boulder County CO</p></div>
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<p><b>Reinholt: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Reinholt handles it. Prompt, affordable, and tidy, they’re honest and won’t recommend unneeded work. The pruning they provide is thoughtfully done &#8211; even artful! And they’re not just aesthetically accommodating; they’ll leave wood chips behind if you want to skip the haul to the garden center for mulch this spring.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; St Vrain Arbor Care</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68755" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68755" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68755 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Berkelhammer-Tree-Service-300x158.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="158" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Berkelhammer-Tree-Service-300x158.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Berkelhammer-Tree-Service.jpeg 309w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68755" class="wp-caption-text">Berkelhammer Tree Experts, Boulder County CO</p></div>
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<p><b>Berkelhammer: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">This team of conscientious trimmers has a decades-long reputation for thoroughness &#8211; considering environmental impact (the bees!), safety, cleanliness, and friendliness. Their loyal customers come back for Berkelhammer’s accommodating attitude and expertise in pruning &#8211; for tree health and beauty. With good prices and an honest team, you’re all set.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Blue River Forestry</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68809" style="width: 210px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68809" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68809 size-thumbnail" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Stans-Automotive-200x194.jpeg" alt="" width="200" height="194" /><p id="caption-attachment-68809" class="wp-caption-text">Stan&#8217;s Automotive, Lafayette CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Auto Repair EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Stan&#8217;s Automotive: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Stan’s is the elusive auto shop that is steadfastly honest and communicates clearly. They even have short videos on their site to help you understand service choices, like replacing an air filter or brake fluid. Amenable to customers’ schedules and budgets, this family operation has had a faithful following since 1973. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Grease Diva Garage</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68553" style="width: 210px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68553" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68553 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pellmans-Automotive-200x300.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pellmans-Automotive-200x300.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pellmans-Automotive-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pellmans-Automotive-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pellmans-Automotive-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pellmans-Automotive.jpg 1365w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68553" class="wp-caption-text">Pellman&#8217;s Automotive, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Auto Repair Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Pellman&#8217;s Automotive: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Pellman’s is all about customer care. Clients’ stories report exceptional service: they don’t always charge for small, surprise issues, they follow up, and they even leave space in their schedule for emergencies. From the pup in the front office to the affordable prices on your way out, they’re your honest, hometown automotive.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Hoshi Motors</b></p>
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<h2><b>Attorney EC</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span><b>Gstalder Louisville Law Firm: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">With three decades of experience in non-profit, dispute, and business law (to name a few), John Gstalder and the Louisville Law Group braid their knowledge and efficiency with a compassion that brings real understanding to the table. Clients appreciate their willingness to help in a crisis and their affordable rates.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Bagley Law Firm</b></p>
<h2><b>Attorney Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Frascona Joiner Goodman &amp; Greenstein PC: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Responsive and prepared to work under a time crunch, FG&amp;G PC prioritizes their client’s needs in a real way. Keeping humanity at the forefront, they&#8217;re good listeners who are willing to dive into complex cases, making sure that nothing slips through the cracks. With efficiency and care, they ease clients’ anxiety.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; The Moorhead Law Group</b></p>
<h2><b>Glass</b></h2>
<p><b>Slade Glass: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Slade Glass is prepared to work with tricky fixes that others won’t. Their quick turn-around and clear communication work to create a stress-free project or repair. Prepared to fit emergencies into a busy schedule, they can tackle your glass needs from storefront windows to shower doors. Just give em a call!</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Hillcrest Glass</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68520" style="width: 235px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68520" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68520 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Elevations-Credit_Union-225x300.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Elevations-Credit_Union-225x300.jpg 225w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Elevations-Credit_Union-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Elevations-Credit_Union-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Elevations-Credit_Union.jpg 1512w" sizes="(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68520" class="wp-caption-text">Elevations Credit Union, Multiple Locations</p></div>
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<p><b>Elevations: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Elevations is known for going out of their way to help clients in a pinch. Diane Sawyer, in particular, who helps guide clients through loan decisions, is heralded as one of the best bankers in the area. Personable and professional, she’s there to walk you through otherwise tough and complicated decisions.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Premier Members CU</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68913" style="width: 210px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68913" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-thumbnail wp-image-68913" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Fisher-Honda-Acura_Boulder-CO-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" /><p id="caption-attachment-68913" class="wp-caption-text">Fisher Honda-Acura, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Car Dealership </b></h2>
<p><b>Fisher Honda-Acura: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Quoted as offering “the most pleasant car-buying experience”, Fisher Honda Acura has a speedy response time and can work patiently with any budget or schedule. They understand that a reliable car is often a pressing need, and they’re here to make that process seamless for their customers.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Boulder Toyota</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68560" style="width: 296px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68560" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68560" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Sister-Carmen-Community-Center.jpg" alt="" width="286" height="191" /><p id="caption-attachment-68560" class="wp-caption-text">Sister Carmen, Lafayette CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Nonprofit EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Sister Carmen: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sister Carmen Community Center’s roots harken to the 70’s in the humanitarian work of a nun with a heart for the community. A non-religious nonprofit, they provide access to health resources, housing connections, support groups, and advocacy for those struggling economically. Where there is a need, there is Sister Carmen.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Longmont Humane Society</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68810" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68810" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68810" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/EFAA.2-300x200.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/EFAA.2-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/EFAA.2.jpeg 570w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68810" class="wp-caption-text">EFAA (Emergency Family Assistance Association), Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Nonprofit Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>EFAA: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Emergency Family Assistance Association steps in when situations are dire, keeping struggling families in the community from drowning in hardship. Among other invaluable resources, they offer a food bank, financial assistance, housing, and after-school kids’ programs, making a felt difference daily.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Growing Up Boulder</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68531" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68531" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68531 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Joe-Neguse-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Joe-Neguse-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Joe-Neguse-768x512.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Joe-Neguse.jpg 800w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68531" class="wp-caption-text">Congressman Joe Neguse, Boulder County CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Politician</b></h2>
<p><b>Joe Neguse: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Congressman Joe Neguse made history in 2018 when he became the first Black member of Congress in Colorado. He was ranked among the top ten most effective lawmakers in Congress and has been recognized for his bipartisanship. The son of Eritrean immigrants, Joe works to expand opportunities for ALL Americans.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Mayor Justin Brooks</b></p>
<div id="attachment_64975" style="width: 210px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-64975" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-64975 size-thumbnail" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/barry-snyder-art-2_ys_2023_08-200x200.png" alt="" width="200" height="200" /><p id="caption-attachment-64975" class="wp-caption-text">Barry Snyder, Fruitsticker Artist, Erie CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Artist EC</strong></h2>
<p><b>Barry Wildman: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Barry “Wildman” Snyder is known locally and internationally for his food sticker mosaic art. Upcycling the most forgettable trash into compelling, highly-elevated works of art, he creates unforgettable pieces that allow us to dream of a more vivid, sustainable world.</span></p>
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<div id="attachment_68811" style="width: 210px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68811" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68811 size-thumbnail" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Angie-Nordstrum-200x200.png" alt="" width="200" height="200" /><p id="caption-attachment-68811" class="wp-caption-text">Angie Nordstrum, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Artist Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Angie Nordstrom: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Angie Nordstrum is a vibrant, inspiring muralist with a heart for the homeless. Through her generous spirit (not to mention, her killer smile) and art that feels quintessentially Coloradan, she brings a bright light to the streets of Boulder and beyond.</span></p>
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<h2><b>Place to Play with the Kids EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Lafayette Splash Pad: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">There’s nothing better than a free spot that can also entertain your kids for hours. The outdoor splash pad located in the festival plaza runs from Memorial to Labor Day weekends. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Wow! Museum</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68758" style="width: 210px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68758" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68758 size-thumbnail" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Valmont-Skate-Park-200x200.jpeg" alt="" width="200" height="200" /><p id="caption-attachment-68758" class="wp-caption-text">Valmont Skate Park, Boulder CO</p></div>
<p><b>Valmont Skate Park: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Resembling the surface of the moon, a kidney, or a mitochondria cell, Valmont Skatepark is a free, 11,000-square-foot concrete skatepark with features to polish up your skate skills. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; ABC Kids Climbing</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68812" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68812" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68812" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Dawson-School-300x144.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="144" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Dawson-School-300x144.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Dawson-School-1024x492.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Dawson-School-768x369.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Dawson-School-1536x738.jpeg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Dawson-School.jpeg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68812" class="wp-caption-text">Dawson School, Lafayette CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Private School EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Dawson School: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lafayette’s Dawson School boasts a 100 percent college acceptance rate and more than six million dollars in merit scholarships among its alumni. With well-rounded offerings, multiple sports teams have qualified for CHSAA State Playoffs among music and academic accolades. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Aspen Ridge Prepatory School</b></p>
<h2><b>Private School Boulder</b></h2>
<div id="attachment_68759" style="width: 285px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68759" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68759 size-full" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-Valley-Waldorf-School.jpeg" alt="" width="275" height="183" /><p id="caption-attachment-68759" class="wp-caption-text">Boulder Valley Waldorf School, Niwot CO</p></div>
<p><b>Boulder Valley Waldorf School: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">What’s more Boulder than a Waldorf school? The 38-acre Niwot campus supports the growth of students, parents, and teachers while fostering a reverence for nature and environmental stewardship through the dreamy natural setting of the school. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Friends School Boulder</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68814" style="width: 1600px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68814" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68814 size-full" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Centaurus-High-School_Lafayette-CO-e1708833235240.jpeg" alt="" width="1590" height="556" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Centaurus-High-School_Lafayette-CO-e1708833235240.jpeg 1590w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Centaurus-High-School_Lafayette-CO-e1708833235240-300x105.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Centaurus-High-School_Lafayette-CO-e1708833235240-1024x358.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Centaurus-High-School_Lafayette-CO-e1708833235240-768x269.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Centaurus-High-School_Lafayette-CO-e1708833235240-1536x537.jpeg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 1590px) 100vw, 1590px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68814" class="wp-caption-text">Centaurus High School, Lafayette CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Public School EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Centaurus: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Centaurus High School is a small town school offering big school programs like a unique pre-engineering program and I.B. and A.P. courses. The school is ranked #55 among Colorado high schools.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Erie High School</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68815" style="width: 964px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68815" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-68815" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-High-School_Boulder-CO.png" alt="" width="954" height="431" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-High-School_Boulder-CO.png 954w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-High-School_Boulder-CO-300x136.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Boulder-High-School_Boulder-CO-768x347.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 954px) 100vw, 954px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68815" class="wp-caption-text">Boulder High School, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Public School Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Boulder High School: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Historically Boulder High School has been known as the funky, free-spirited school with a reputation for political activism. Located in a fun downtown location for students looking to be plugged into the city, Boulder High School was the first high school in Colorado. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Horizons K-8</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68916" style="width: 210px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68916" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-thumbnail wp-image-68916" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Square-State-Skate-200x200.png" alt="" width="200" height="200" /><p id="caption-attachment-68916" class="wp-caption-text">Square State Skate, Boulder County CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Summer Camp EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Square State Skate: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Want to start early on getting your child on track to becoming a skateboarding star? Square State Skate School provides skateboard education and guidance for children of all ages while emphasizing the kids, not the tricks. Fun fact, founder Brian Ball, worked at YS in the early days!</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; School of Rock</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68761" style="width: 374px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68761" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68761 size-full" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Rennaissance-Adventures.jpeg" alt="" width="364" height="139" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Rennaissance-Adventures.jpeg 364w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Rennaissance-Adventures-300x115.jpeg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 364px) 100vw, 364px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68761" class="wp-caption-text">Renaissance Adventures, Boulder CO and beyond</p></div>
<h2><b>Summer Camp Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Renaissance Adventures: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are worse characters for your child role-play than the chivalrous knight. Renaissance Adventures offers live-action role-playing programs throughout the year teaching lessons beyond just sword fighting and becoming heroes of a mythic quest. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Avid 4 Adventure</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68763" style="width: 1599px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68763" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68763 size-full" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/SOR-Mtn-Mural.1.jpg" alt="" width="1589" height="881" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/SOR-Mtn-Mural.1.jpg 1589w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/SOR-Mtn-Mural.1-300x166.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/SOR-Mtn-Mural.1-1024x568.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/SOR-Mtn-Mural.1-768x426.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/SOR-Mtn-Mural.1-1536x852.jpg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 1589px) 100vw, 1589px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68763" class="wp-caption-text">School of Rock mural, Broomfield CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Music School EC</b></h2>
<p><b>School of Rock Broomfield: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">From James Brown, White Stripes and Green Day students of School of Rock Broomfield are covering the heavy hitters. Plugging in young and adult musicians into live music settings, the School of Rock teaches individual lessons and offers group band practices. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Center for Musical Arts</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68918" style="width: 210px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68918" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-thumbnail wp-image-68918" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Harmony-House-Music_School-200x200.png" alt="" width="200" height="200" /><p id="caption-attachment-68918" class="wp-caption-text">Harmony House Music, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Music School Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Harmony Music House: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Get a private music lesson or get plugged into the bluegrass, teen rock, or jazz scenes by joining an ensemble. Harmony also can set up, repair, or restore your beloved instrument.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; HB Woodsongs Teaching Studios </b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68932" style="width: 250px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68932" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-68932" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Louisville-Cyclery_Louisville-CO-240x300.jpg" alt="" width="240" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Louisville-Cyclery_Louisville-CO-240x300.jpg 240w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Louisville-Cyclery_Louisville-CO-819x1024.jpg 819w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Louisville-Cyclery_Louisville-CO-768x960.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Louisville-Cyclery_Louisville-CO-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Louisville-Cyclery_Louisville-CO.jpg 1260w" sizes="(max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68932" class="wp-caption-text">Louisville Cyclery, Louisville CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Bike shop EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Louisville Cyclery: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">For another year running, readers have voted for the Louisville Cyclery The shop is also one of the oldest in the county, serving the community since 1980, and is staffed by bike-loving professionals who assemble the bikes custom on-site.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; CycleErie<br />
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<div id="attachment_68933" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68933" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68933 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Full-Cycle_Boulder-CO-e1708897115366-300x236.png" alt="" width="300" height="236" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Full-Cycle_Boulder-CO-e1708897115366-300x236.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Full-Cycle_Boulder-CO-e1708897115366.png 487w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68933" class="wp-caption-text">Full Cycle, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Bike shop Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Full Cycle: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Full Cycle, voted by readers as the best bike shop in Boulder, holds to its mission to serve road cyclists and triathletes in the area. Full Cycle is a great place to purchase a new bike or get a current bike worked on while enjoying a coffee at their on-site shop.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Community Cycles</b></p>
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<h2><b>Ski shop EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Angels Sports: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Located in Longmont, Angels Sports supplies gear, rentals, and tuning for every ski or rider, whether headed up to a resort or exploring the backcountry.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Snow Hut</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68765" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68765" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68765 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Crystal-Ski-Shop-300x300.png" alt="" width="300" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Crystal-Ski-Shop-300x300.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Crystal-Ski-Shop-200x200.png 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Crystal-Ski-Shop.png 573w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68765" class="wp-caption-text">Crystal&#8217;s Ski Shop, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Ski shop Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Crystal Ski Shop: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Serving skiers and riders since 1976, Crystal has been dazzling clients with their expert service. They are beloved in this community not just because of Justin and the staff’s expertise and knowledge, but the truly local vibe that comes with this Boulder institution. </span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Boulder Sports Recycler</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_67007" style="width: 210px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-67007" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-67007 size-thumbnail" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/JAX-200x200.png" alt="" width="200" height="200" /><p id="caption-attachment-67007" class="wp-caption-text">Jax Outdoor Gear, Lafayette CO/Multiple Locations</p></div>
<h2><b>Outdoor Retailer EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Jax Outdoor: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Jax has a large range of outdoor gear for everyone from the experienced backcountry athlete to the nature novice. Jax is also dedicated to the earth, donating proceeds to several environmental organizations and prioritizing sustainable distributors.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Angles Sports</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68550" style="width: 250px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68550" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68550 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Neptune-Mountaineering-240x300.jpg" alt="" width="240" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Neptune-Mountaineering-240x300.jpg 240w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Neptune-Mountaineering-819x1024.jpg 819w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Neptune-Mountaineering-768x960.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Neptune-Mountaineering-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Neptune-Mountaineering.jpg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68550" class="wp-caption-text">Neptune Mountaineering, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Outdoor Retailer Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Neptune </b><b>Mountaineering: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">With gear, guidebooks, a coffee shop, and professional service for any level of mountain athlete, Neptune is a pillar of the outdoor scene and has served the community since 1976. Patrons love the knowledgeable staff and on-site museum.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; REI</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68528" style="width: 739px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68528" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68528" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Indian-Peaks-Golf-Course.jpg" alt="" width="729" height="729" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Indian-Peaks-Golf-Course.jpg 612w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Indian-Peaks-Golf-Course-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Indian-Peaks-Golf-Course-200x200.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 729px) 100vw, 729px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68528" class="wp-caption-text">Indian Peaks Golf Course, City of Lafayette, CO</p></div>
<h2><strong>Golf Course EC</strong></h2>
<p><b>Indian Peaks Golf Course: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">With eighteen holes with mountain vistas, Indian Peaks, located in Lafayette, it’s easy to see why readers voted it as the golf course in the county. With a course designed by a hall of fame player, an academy for all levels, and a bar and grill, there is something for everyone.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Colorado National Golf Course</b></p>
<h2><strong>Golf Course Boulder</strong></h2>
<p><b>Flatirons Golf Course: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">A par-70 course with views of the flatiron formations, Flatirons offers easy-to-book online tee times, classes, and ADA-approved features. Run by the city of Boulder, it is an inclusive and welcoming space.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Lake Valley</b></p>
<h2><b>Gym EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Louisville Rec Center: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">With options ranging from free weights, circuit training, workout rooms, and machines, Louisville Rec Center is the best gym in the county. Whether you want to lift alone, join a class, or hire a personal trainer, there is an option for all.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Fitness 1440</b></p>
<h2><b>Gym Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>North Boulder Rec Center: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Spacious with south-facing windows, the North Boulder Rec Center…. With a cardio and weight room and several drop-in or scheduled classes, there are options for all ability levels.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Movement</b></p>
<h2><b>Rec Center EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Bob Burger Rec Center: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Fun for all ages, the Bob Burger Rec Center Has youth afterschool and recreation programs, a spacious gym, and a great pool. Classes are offered throughout the day for adults and children who want to get in shape or try a new activity.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Erie Community Center</b></p>
<h2><b>Rec Center Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>North Boulder </b><b>Rec Center: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Not only was North Boulder voted the best gym, but the best all-around rec center in Boulder. With a full gymnastics and aquatics center, pickleball and basketball courts, plus a pool and standard gym, kids and adults alike will find something fun to do.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; East Boulder Rec Center</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68519" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68519" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68519 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Eldora-Ski-Resort-300x169.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="169" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Eldora-Ski-Resort-300x169.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Eldora-Ski-Resort-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Eldora-Ski-Resort-768x432.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Eldora-Ski-Resort.jpg 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68519" class="wp-caption-text">Eldora Mountain, Nederland CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Ski Resort &#8211; </b><b>Day Trip</b></h2>
<p><b>Eldora: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Just over thirty minutes from Boulder, Eldora is our reader’s favorite day-trip ski area. The resort hosts both a downhill mountain and a Nordic center. The whole family will have fun with everything from a magic carpet for the littlest beginners to several double black diamonds for the expert clientele.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Loveland</b></p>
<h2><b>Ski Resort &#8211; Overnight</b></h2>
<p><b>Steamboat: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Located in the historic town of Steamboat Springs, Steamboat Resort boasts some of the highest snowfalls in Colorado, serviced by 23 chairlifts and 181 runs ranging from extreme to beginner. Steamboat also offers a variety of apres for a post-ski celebration.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Winter Park</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68766" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68766" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68766 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chroma-Jiu-Jitsu-300x225.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="225" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chroma-Jiu-Jitsu-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chroma-Jiu-Jitsu-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chroma-Jiu-Jitsu-768x576.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Chroma-Jiu-Jitsu.jpeg 1440w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68766" class="wp-caption-text">Chroma Jiu Jitsu, Lafayette CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Martial Arts EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Chroma Jiu Jitsu: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">New to Lafayette, Chroma Jiu Jitsu has already won Best of the West! The academy offers programs for both adults and children, which an inclusive and accepting atmosphere, making it clear that all are welcome.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Bennett’s Karate</b></p>
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<h2><b>Martial Arts Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Easton: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Easton was voted the best Martial Arts Center in Boulder, specializing in Jiu Jitsu and Mui Thai. With programs for adults and children led by professional coaches, any skill level can grow in the sport. With a dedication to health, Easton focuses on hygiene and sanitation, ensuring their space is pristine and a safe environment.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Boulder Karate</b></p>
<div id="attachment_68561" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68561" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68561 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Soul-Tree-Yoga-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Soul-Tree-Yoga-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Soul-Tree-Yoga-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Soul-Tree-Yoga-768x512.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Soul-Tree-Yoga-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Soul-Tree-Yoga.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68561" class="wp-caption-text">Soul Tree Yoga, Lafayette CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Yoga EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Soul Tree Yoga: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">A part of the community since 2009, Soul Tree Yoga, located in Lafayette, with 40+ classes offered a week, both in person and online, in English and Spanish, and for all ability levels, is an inclusive and welcoming place.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Louisville Community Yoga</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68817" style="width: 210px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68817" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68817 size-thumbnail" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Yoga-Pearl-200x200.jpeg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Yoga-Pearl-200x200.jpeg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Yoga-Pearl-300x300.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Yoga-Pearl-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Yoga-Pearl-768x768.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Yoga-Pearl.jpeg 1170w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68817" class="wp-caption-text">Yoga Pearl, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Yoga Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>Yoga Pearl: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">With classes ranging from gentle restorative to faster flow; the studio focuses on building inner and outer strength for their clientele. Their several workshops, on top of classes, there are plenty of opportunities to grow a yoga practice in the studio.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Little Yoga Studio</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68818" style="width: 210px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68818" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68818 size-thumbnail" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pilates-for-Life_Longmont-CO-200x200.png" alt="" width="200" height="200" /><p id="caption-attachment-68818" class="wp-caption-text">Pilates for Life, Longmont CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Pilates EC</b></h2>
<p><b>Pilates for Life: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Focused on the success of each individual, each client will start their journey at Pilates 4 Life with three private sessions before having the option to move to the group setting. Claudia Miller, the owner, places comfort and confidence as the main priorities in her business.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Rocky Mountains Pilates</b></p>
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<div id="attachment_68566" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68566" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68566 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/the-Pilates-Center-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/the-Pilates-Center-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/the-Pilates-Center-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/the-Pilates-Center-768x512.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/the-Pilates-Center-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/the-Pilates-Center.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68566" class="wp-caption-text">The Pilates Center, Boulder CO</p></div>
<h2><b>Pilates Boulder</b></h2>
<p><b>The Pilates Center: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Opened by The Talyor Sisters in 1990, the Pilates Center was voted the best Pilates Studio in Boulder. With both in-person and online classes, the studio focuses on providing classes to all ability levels. As a franchised chain, the Pilates Center offers some of the best services in the county, and a membership can be used in other cities or states.</span></p>
<p><b>RUNNER UP &#8211; Boulder Pilates</b></p>
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		<title>The Challenges of Constructing Eco-Friendly Communities</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Kristen Richard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jan 2024 18:23:11 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Why aren’t more builders making simple changes, like a house’s orientation, that can cut energy demand by 30%? Walk through Arvada’s Geos community and you’ll see townhouses and single-family homes lining the streets. Neighbors walk by with dogs or bags of groceries and stop for a minute to exchange pleasantries before carrying on to their respective destinations. Small lots in between each home are full of tall grasses, flowers, and the occasional bird bath. At first glance, Geos looks like a standard housing development, but there’s a lot more going on below the surface — and right in front of</p>
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<h2>Why aren’t more builders making simple changes, like a house’s orientation, that can cut energy demand by 30%?</h2>
<p>Walk through <a href="https://discovergeos.com/">Arvada’s Geos community</a> and you’ll see townhouses and single-family homes lining the streets. Neighbors walk by with dogs or bags of groceries and stop for a minute to exchange pleasantries before carrying on to their respective destinations. Small lots in between each home are full of tall grasses, flowers, and the occasional bird bath.</p>
<p>At first glance, Geos looks like a standard housing development, but there’s a lot more going on below the surface — and right in front of your eyes — than you may think.</p>
<p>Michael Tavel and David Kahn of <a href="https://sunstudiodesign.com/">SUN Studio</a> designed Geos between 2005–2008 and the first home was built in 2016. SUN Studio is an architecture and landscape architecture firm specializing in sustainable urban neighborhood design.</p>
<p>Conceived in 2004 by Michael Tavel, architect and creator of design guidelines for Geos, the first Geos home was built in 2016. Tavel is also one of the founders and principles of SUN Studio, an architecture firm specializing in sustainable urban design.</p>
<p>Geos is advertised as a net-zero energy community, which is probably a phrase you’ve heard bantered about quite a bit. According to the <a href="https://sftool.gov/plan/420/net-energy-building">U.S. General Services Administration</a>, net-zero energy means producing as much energy as one consumes. But perhaps Rainer Gerbatsch, a Geos resident, puts it best when he describes net-zero as “striving for a certain level of energy efficiency.”</p>
<h3><strong>What is net-zero?</strong></h3>
<p>“There are a lot of definitions for net-zero energy,” said Tavel. “It makes it confusing but there are so many ways to define it. In my opinion, the most important measurement of energy efficiency when it comes to homes is how they perform once they are built and lived in.” Tafel stated that many builders use projected energy efficiency models when applying for permits but aren’t actually looking at how the home performs once it’s built.</p>
<p>The homes at GEOS achieve energy efficiency several ways. The first is something seemingly simple that would be easy to overlook — the orientation of the houses. Where the sun is in the Colorado sky varies depending on the season. In the winter it’s in the more southern part of the sky whereas it rises in the east during the summer.</p>
<p>“The Geos homes are stretched out so that the long side is facing north and south and the short sides are facing east and west,” said Tavel. “That means most of the surface area is facing north and south, allowing you to capture more heat in the winter. The east and west sides have less surface area, so in the summer you’ll capture less sunlight.”</p>
<p>According to Tavel, orienting homes this way can reduce energy demand by as much as 30%. In the homes you’ll also find geothermal heating units or mini splits for heating and cooling. Builders utilize materials like three-pane windows — the standard is two — and structural insulated panels so the houses keep warm or cold air, depending on the season, inside, rather than losing it through a drafty window. Naturally this means the houses have very little airflow. To combat this, each home utilizes an Energy Recovery Ventilator, which filters in fresh air and exhausts stale air.</p>
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<p><strong>Walkability means energy efficiency</strong></p>
<p>You might look around the community and think to yourself, ‘this feels densely populated.’ There’s a reason for that too.</p>
<p>“The places where carbon dioxide emissions are the lowest per person are the densest cities, like Manhattan or Tokyo,” said Tavel. “The denser that we build, the less energy is consumed, both in heating and cooling buildings and transportation.”</p>
<p>With an increase in demand for housing, and more and more residents asking for green, walkable cities, why aren’t more developers building like this? At the very least, taking passive solar energy into account when laying out homes and neighborhoods could help reduce energy consumption.</p>
<p>“In the last 10 years, fracking has made natural gas very cheap in Colorado,” said Tavel. “And because natural gas is so cheap it’s removed the incentive to build truly energy efficient homes. There’s no incentive for things like passive solar.”</p>
<p>Tavel also notes that there seems to be an issue of government staffing when it comes to those in charge of approving building permits.</p>
<p>“There were a lot of interested, educated staff around 2005 who were supportive,” said Tavel. “And now, everyone’s stretched beyond their capacity. It’s been one of the greatest obstacles and it’s a national problem. Pulling building permits is just a gridlock.”</p>
<p>Perhaps it’s time to start looking beyond incentives, and looking toward what’s going to be better for the long haul.</p>
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		<title>The Story Of Our Nation Can Be Gleaned From These  Historic Homes</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Austin Clinkenbeard]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jan 2024 17:27:35 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Ten local homes with historic pasts, unique architecture, and important stories</p>
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<h3 class="p1">Ten local homes with historic pasts, unique architecture, and important stories</h3>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">F</span>rom farmland &amp; mines, to small towns, to burgeoning suburbs, t<span class="s2">he land most of us live on today has seen an incredible transformation over the last hundred years. In 2023 Yellow Scene Magazine explored the history of BOCO and the North Metro, illuminating the stories of how farmland and mining towns transformed, slowly at first, into growing suburbs that soon connected Denver to Boulder. What was once the space in between two cities had filled in. </span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s2">Interestingly enough, some of the earliest buildings have been relocated from their original location. Elizabeth Beaudoin, curator of history for the city of Longmont, spoke to <em>YS</em> about the phenomenon of moving entire structures into “archeology parks” to not only preserve history, but open land for development. Some of these early farms stood on the most scenic or fertile land as early settlers naturally took the best plots when they arrived. Although the structures no longer stand where they were constructed, some museums and archaeology parks have relocated them to teach about the history of early settlers in Colorado.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s2">The story of how the land was stolen from the indigenous nations living here always echoes in the past. We do need to acknowledge that many of these structures were built shortly after people were forcibly removed or killed, and make sure that looking back on the architecture and pioneer stories does not glamorize the genocidal aspect of the dark colonial past.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_68061" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68061" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68061 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Arnett-Fullen-house_photo-by-Elkman-via-wikimedia-commons_historic-homes_yellow-scene_2024-01-1-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Arnett-Fullen-house_photo-by-Elkman-via-wikimedia-commons_historic-homes_yellow-scene_2024-01-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Arnett-Fullen-house_photo-by-Elkman-via-wikimedia-commons_historic-homes_yellow-scene_2024-01-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Arnett-Fullen-house_photo-by-Elkman-via-wikimedia-commons_historic-homes_yellow-scene_2024-01-1.jpg 800w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68061" class="wp-caption-text">Arnett Fullen House</p></div>
<h4 class="p5">Arnett-Fullen House &#8211; Boulder<br />
<em>Built 1877</em></h4>
<p class="p3"><span class="s2">Possibly the most iconic home in all of Boulder, the Arnett-Fullen house’s foundation was laid in 1877. The house is full of tales, some maybe too tall to believe. Its original owner, Willamete Arnett, died in Alaska while prospecting for gold at the turn of the century. Over its 147 year life span, the building has been used as a showpiece for the wealthy, government office, historic center, and a stop on ghost tours due its rumors of hauntings.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s2">When finished, it was the most expensive home in the area by far, double that of nearby Mapleton Hill homes, itself an “upper class” neighborhood. The cost of construction was about $4,000, which roughly translates to just over $120,000 today.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s2">Current owner’s described it to the Daily Camera as “a little farmhouse with ostentatious Victorian aspirations.” More specifically, AboutBoulder states that architect George E. King created “&#8230; an excellent example of Queen Anne-style architecture. This style was popular in the late 1800s and early 1900s, characterized by asymmetrical facades, towers, and turrets, often with ornate details such as stained glass windows, decorative shingles, and carved woodwork.”</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s2">Often included in ghost tours due to stories of the place being haunted, it’s up to you to decide whether little Olivia Fullen still roams the halls or not. The legend of its ghostly apparition was heightened by the home’s inspiration for a horror novel that spawned its nickname of “Gingerbread House.” Childlike figures do actually appear in the windows from time to time — as a prank by the current owners.</span></p>
<h4 class="p5">Brunner Farmhouse &#8211; Broomfield<br />
<em>Built 1908</em></h4>
<p class="p3"><span class="s2">The Brunner farmhouse still stands, but not in its original location. As Broomfeild boomed in the 1990s, suburbs and shopping centers now grew from the farmland. The house was relocated to preserve its history and also make way for the Broomfield Town Center development.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s2">Brunner farmhouse was renovated several times over the decades, some of the main improvements being heating and cooking mechanisms. The history of the nation’s transition from coal to natural gas and electricity can be traced through changes the kitchen and other rooms have been through.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s2">The farmhouse was built in 1908 when Broomfield was still just two gas stations and a smattering of local businesses. The home is named after the second ever mayor of Broomfield, Dr. Brunner, who lived here. Dr. Brunner — himself a gardener — would likely be very pleased to see that the house, although in a new location, is still surrounded by flowers and gardens maintained by community volunteers.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s2">The property is open for visits and the events are held here throughout the year. The yellow walls and welcoming porch have seen countless visitors and locals join together for community gatherings for well over 100 years now.</span></p>
<h4 class="p5">Wise Homestead Museum &#8211; Erie<br />
<em>Built 1869</em></h4>
<p class="p3"><span class="s2">The Wise Homestead museum is an interesting mixture of rural and Victorian architecture. Victorian homes, as adapted in the United States, often consisted of a simple internal structure adorned with asymmetrical features, steep sloping roofs, porches, and intricate wood detailings. They were usually two or more stories high, and built “up” instead of “out.” Traditional Western farmhouses, in contrast, were usually long, squat, and rectangular single story buildings. The Wise Homestead combines both features: the facade of a more decadent style and the practicality of living on a homestead.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s2">The first house on the property was a log cabin, probably similar to the one President Lincoln was born in. Following the conclusion of the Civil War, the face of the nation changed. The Wise family was granted a U.S. Homestead Patent in 1870, with construction on the current home starting around the same time. </span><span class="s2">Sara Wise, great-granddaughter of the original inhabitants, along with the <a href="https://www.eriehistoricalsociety.org/">Erie Historical Society</a>, turned the home into a museum which is currently open on Saturdays for visits.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_68063" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-68063" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-68063 size-medium" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Thomas-Callahan-House_photo-by-240ld-via-wikimedia-commons_historic-homes_yellow-scene_2024-01-1-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Thomas-Callahan-House_photo-by-240ld-via-wikimedia-commons_historic-homes_yellow-scene_2024-01-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Thomas-Callahan-House_photo-by-240ld-via-wikimedia-commons_historic-homes_yellow-scene_2024-01-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Thomas-Callahan-House_photo-by-240ld-via-wikimedia-commons_historic-homes_yellow-scene_2024-01-1.jpg 800w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-68063" class="wp-caption-text">Thomas M. Callahan House</p></div>
<h4 class="p1">Thomas M. Callahan House &#8211; Longmont<br />
<em>Built 1892</em></h4>
<p class="p3"><span class="s1">Although located in Longmont, the Thomas M. Callahan House is constructed with red Lyons sandstone. The distinct pink-red colored stone was also used in many of UC Boulder’s buildings and can be seen on older homes of the wealthy in the area. Numerous prestigious buildings of the day used Lyons redstone to mark their importance.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s1">The home is a fine example of the Queen Ann style Victorian revival architecture common at the time. This style was that of the wealthy — meant to portray class, sophistication, and worldliness. Queen Ann architecture is set apart by the distinctive corner turret or tower, L-shaped wrap-around porch, and other fanciful exterior decor. </span><span class="s1">Both the construction materials and the style make the Callahan house a symbol of pride and wealth for the city. The Callahan&#8217;s themselves eventually moved to Nevada and donated the house to Longmont for use as an event space, which it still is today.</span></p>
<h4 class="p1">Miller House &#8211; Lafayette<br />
<em>Built late 1880s</em></h4>
<p class="p3"><span class="s1">Like so many plots on the Front Range, Mary Miller’s land was transformed with the discovery of coal. The Miller&#8217;s moved to Colorado before it was officially a state and Mary witnessed the growth of the coal industry that would forever shape the course of Colorado history. Their home too would grow from a rustic wood cabin to the formal structure that exists today, reflecting the growth and development the West was going through after the Civil War.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s1">Mary had a hard life at times. In 1878, her husband died from alcohol abuse. She was forced to run the ranch herself. She buried two of her children before their thirteenth birthdays. Mary went on to found the town of Lafayette, named after her late husband, and saw great business success. She founded the first school, divided her land into neighborhoods, and formed a local bank with the profits from coal.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s1">The Miller House serves as a reminder of the difficulty and transformation of living in a frontier area, but more importantly preserves the story of a woman who shaped a city long before she could even vote. Mary passed in 1921, one year after women’s suffrage was implemented.</span></p>
<h4 class="p1">Ginacci House &#8211; Louisville<br />
<em>Built in 1908</em></h4>
<p class="p3"><span class="s1">According to History Colorado, the Ginacci house “is a rare brick example of the modest residences constructed by local coal miners.” Not every home can have spiraling towers, Victorian facades, and intricate wood detailing. Sometimes a brick house that withstands the test of time is just as impressive.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s1">As the name hints, the house is associated with the Italian population in Louisville. Once the residence of immigrant coal miners, the story of the Ginacci family is like many who came from abroad seeking a better life. Unfortunately for many men, and boys, that meant toiling underground in coal mines. Strikes were common throughout the interwar years of the 20s and 30s, often turning violent. Rights we take for granted today were fought for by the coal miners and other workers of this time.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s1">Fittingly enough for its Italian roots, a spaghetti making machine was built when the house was expanded in 1926. The home is also known as the Jannucci House, a version of the last name the family used in a time before spelling was as rigidly codified as it is today.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_67951" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-67951" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-67951" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Bowles-House-historic-photo-wikimedia-commons_historic-homes_yellow-scene_2024-01.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="254" /><p id="caption-attachment-67951" class="wp-caption-text">Bowles House</p></div>
<h4 class="p1">Bowles House &#8211; Westminster<br />
<em>Built in 1871</em></h4>
<p class="p3"><span class="s1">The Bowles House was built in a different architectural style than other structures on this list. Most have been either Victiorian — or some derivation like Queen Ann — or older but simpler farmhouses. The Bowles House harkens back t</span><span class="s1">o the Renaissance days of Italy, conjuring up architectural memories of Florence in a style called Italianate.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Cowboy turned homesteader, Edward Bruce Bowles turned his initial wood-frame farm house into the beautiful brick home that stands today. He found success as not only a homesteader, but also as a horse breeder. He donated money to construct a train station in what was then called the town of Despain Junction. Westminster was a separate but nearby town at the time.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Having a railroad stop was the key to economic success for pioneer towns that wanted to transform into cities. Bowles was the second permanent white resident, behind only the man who gave the town its name, Pleasant Despain himself. The house has been a museum for decades now, offering tours on Saturdays.</span></p>
<h4 class="p3">William J. Gregory House &#8211; Westminster</h4>
<h4 class="p3"><em>Built in 1910</em></h4>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Westminster was founded years after Despain Junction, but unlike the earlier town, still survives today. One of the earliest homes in Westminster itself was the William J. Gregory House built in 1910. The home was associated with Westminster University, however the institution shut down in 1917 after its entire male student body went off to fight in WWI.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Gregory was a pastor and a professor at Westminster university, teaching language and Bible courses before it shuttered. The Westminster Castle, the original university building, is owned by a local church.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">The curved eaves of the Gregory House construct starkly with the steep Victorian peaks of other historic homes of the era. History Colorado described it as “a rare Colorado example of a solid brick, two-and-a-half story Dutch Colonial Revival style residence.”</span></p>
<h4 class="p3">Grasso Park &#8211; Superior<br />
<em>Various dates</em></h4>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Grasso Park is an example of an outdoor museum that shows what a turn of the century farmstead looked like. It holds a collection of buildings ranging from the late 1800s to the early 1900s as well as farm equipment used at the time.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">The land that is now Grasso park was once called Hake Homestead, a piece of land that again harkened back to the Civil War era Homestead Act. When the Hake’s left to seek fortune elsewhere, Frank Grasso took over and started a dairy farm to get away from the brutal coal miner’s life. Grasso was a Polish immigrant who served in the German Empire’s Army before migrating to the United States.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Grasso Park displays the changing architecture that reflects the shifts Colorado, and the nation as a whole, were going through. There are early homestead buildings, dairy farm remnants, farm equipment, and a coal shed. Grasso himself even led striking miners when they descended on the Columbine mine demanding better working conditions and pay. The main building is the temporary home of the Superior Historical Museum.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_67952" style="width: 310px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-67952" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-67952" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Dearfield-colony_photo-from-nps_historic-homes_yellow-scene_2024-01-300x227.png" alt="" width="300" height="227" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Dearfield-colony_photo-from-nps_historic-homes_yellow-scene_2024-01-300x227.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Dearfield-colony_photo-from-nps_historic-homes_yellow-scene_2024-01.png 454w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /><p id="caption-attachment-67952" class="wp-caption-text">Dearfield Colony</p></div>
<h4 class="p3">Dearfield Colony Buildings<br />
<em>1910-1946</em></h4>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Oliver Toussaint Jackson, the son of two former slaves, was so inspired by reading Black literature emerging from the Reconstruction era that he decided to found a Black majority agricultural community in Weld County. In 1910 Jackson founded the Dearfield Colony as a place for Black farmers to establish self-sufficiency.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">The farmers struggled financially throughout most of the colony’s history. WWI was a brief but glorious boom time with over 700 residents and a thriving religious and social scene. However, by the end of the second World War, the colony was mostly abandoned. The ravages of the dust bowl, the recruitment of young men into war, and the shifting nature of the global balance of power all played a hand in turning the wheel of time that made boom towns to ghost towns.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">The main building that remains — a multi-purpose store — evokes a typical “Wild West” feel, presenting a tall false front, wide wooden porch, and a rectangular single story interior. More stories and information about </span><span class="s1">the history of Black Colorado can be found in the Museum of Boulder’s new <a href="https://museumofboulder.org/exhibit/proclaiming-colorados-black-history/">Proclaiming Colorado’s Black History</a> exhibit. The Dearfield site itself is not open to the public and has sadly been vandalized from time to time.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Currently, there is movement towards recovering the colony’s history. In January 2023, a study was started to determine the future of the site. Possibilities include rebuilding fallen structures, conducting archaeological surveys, and officially designating it a National Park. </span></p>
<h4 class="p4">The spaces in between</h4>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Many of the historic homes and structures of Colorado were constructed between 1860 -1910 when the United States was emerging from the Civil War as a truly modern nation taking its place on a global scale. The Federal government greatly expanded, railroads crossed the continent, and robber barons made fortunes from transportation and energy monopolies. Colorado became a state during this period, as did several other Western territories.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Internal displacement of people is nothing new during and after civil wars. This was the time of the Homestead Act which gave farmers, mostly white ones, the opportunity to own land in areas the U.S. had never officially settled before. This was the time of Reconstruction, where many Black families fled the South to create memories in new lands. Most went to urban centers like Chicago, Charleston, or New Orleans, but plenty others ventured West to seek a frontier life instead.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">White settlers pushed further West, indigenous inhabitants were pushed further to the fringes, Black folks finally free from the bondage of slavery spread across the continent. Immigrants arrived from Europe on the East coast and Asia on the West. These movements were made possible by emerging transportation technologies. This was a time of migration and resettlement, of imagined utopia and working class hell.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">The global industrial powerhouse the U.S. became during the World Wars was built on the homesteads, coal mines, railroads, and oil fields across the nation. New wealthy classes, exemplified by their fanciful Victorian architecture, populated the most desirable neighborhoods. CU Boulder students, returning veterans, and waves of immigrants transformed the population over time. Indigenous land turned to homesteads that became mining towns that grew into suburbs. The stories of nationhood are traced through the walls and foundations of the historic homes of BOCO and the North Metro.</span></p>
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<p class="p1" style="text-align: left;">From historical appeal to walkability, here are some of the top neighborhoods around</p>
<h3 class="p1"><span style="color: #fdb913;"><span class="s1">Modoc Street, </span><span class="s2">Ward</span></span></h3>
<p class="p3"><span class="s3">Ward is barely a town to the unassuming eye. It’s a blip on a map that is situated at 9,144 feet and is home to a few buildings, a restaurant, a store, and the basic town necessities. The town separates Peak to Peak Highway from the Foothills. Named after prospector Calvin Ward, it was once one of the richest in Colorado due to its successful mining camps. Today, the hub of the town is Ward Mountain Exchange that is situated at Utica and Modoc streets and is known for hosting dozens of cyclists that pass through on the weekends. However, those who take the time to explore the town are quick to notice its under-the-radar quirks and treasures.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">The Modoc Street region of Ward is not only beautiful, but it is also home to the Union Congregational Church of Ward, which is as old as it is integral to the community. The church was built in 1896 for the congregation that formed two years prior. Today, it not only serves as a holy place for ceremonies, memorials, and similar special occasions, but community members also use it for parties, meetings, and celebrations. The church’s website states: “Today it’s used and loved by the whole community as both a church, operating in the United Church of Christ tradition, and as a community gathering place, hosting meetings, parties, weddings, community celebrations and memorials, and just people wanting to sing in its awesome acoustics.”</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s5">Many mountain towns have a designated gathering place for locals, and Union Congregational Church is Ward’s chosen place, welcoming locals on a regular basis. In 2017, the church received a grant to aid in renovations. And in 2018, it received another, which helped church operators restore it to its original glory.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s5">In addition to Union Congregational Church, this stretch of Ward is home to a small, quiet neighborhood full of independent but friendly residents. Part of what makes the region so unique is its small-town feel. Just 128 people and 36 families live in the town full-time according to the 2020 Census. After a fire erupted in 1900, about 50 of the town’s original buildings were demolished in the tragedy, and the area was nearly abandoned by 1920. What remains has been largely rebuilt by those who call this area their home.</span></p>
<h3 class="p1"><span style="color: #fdb913;"><span class="s1">Bohn Park, L</span><span class="s2">yons</span></span></h3>
<p class="p3"><span class="s3">The town of Lyons is best known for its quaint Main Street and antique shops. The town acts as the Double Gateway to the Rockies due to its coveted access to Highways 7 and 36. However, there’s more to this town than the downtown strip of shops. Lyons is home to an array of neighborhoods that come with their own characters. The Bohn Park region of Lyons is one such neighborhood that is home to family-friendly residences. It also offers plenty of open space, river access, and access to Rocky Mountain Botanic Gardens — all of which are just a five-minute walk from downtown.</span></p>
<p class="p3">Bohn Park covers 32.3 acres on the southeastern part of town, and many of the park’s features draw crowds all year round. For example, the park’s pavilion gives park-goers access to a phenomenal picnic area. Locals often use the pavilion as a place for parties and other social gatherings. And in the summer, the park even hosts live music regularly, entertaining and inspiring audience members and passersby.</p>
<p class="p3">The new and improved features that the park offers makes it an idyllic part of town for those who like to get outside and use trails and sports facilities. According to the Town of Lyons website: “Bohn Park has recent improvements including river restoration and improved ecological habitat, additional parking, a new restroom facility, a pedestrian bridge connecting to 4th Ave., ball fields, skate park and landscaping, continuance of the trail system within the plan area, and other infrastructure enhancements.” The adjacent skate park is frequented by both residents and non-residents, and it offers visitors access to the perfect concrete jumps and ramps.</p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">On the other side of the highway within walking distance, the beloved Lyons Dairy Bar dishes out hotdogs, hamburgers, cheeseburgers, ice cream, and other comfort food all weekend long. It neighbors Smokin&#8217; Dave’s BBQ, which is one of the most popular dining spots in town due to its specialty brisket barbeque menu.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s3">The town of Lyons feels rural, unlike many of the neighboring towns. While the foothill mountains are the backdrop to the town, much of the surrounding area is made up of fields and agricultural opportunities that give the region a Midwestern vibe. The largest industry in the Lyons area is Martin Marietta Cement Western Division, which is located a short drive east of the town of Lyons. But many of those who live in Lyons commute to nearby Longmont or Boulder for work due to their proximity.</span></p>
<h3 class="p1"><span style="color: #fdb913;"><span class="s1"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-67943" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Mork-and-Mindy-home_famous-homes-003-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Mork-and-Mindy-home_famous-homes-003-300x200.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Mork-and-Mindy-home_famous-homes-003-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Mork-and-Mindy-home_famous-homes-003-768x512.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Mork-and-Mindy-home_famous-homes-003-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Mork-and-Mindy-home_famous-homes-003-2048x1365.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" />Old North, </span><span class="s2">Boulder</span></span></h3>
<p class="p3">It is easy to overlook a place like Old North Boulder when the city is full of so many other youthful, hippie-forward neighborhoods. Known to some as “New Central Boulder,” Old North Boulder is situated North of Pearl Street Mall and south of Parkside. It is a part of town that’s known for its single-family homes and walk- and bike-friendly streets. And those in this region are never more than five blocks away from RTD transportation. In fact, many of its residents leave their cars parked in the garage and opt to use human-powered modes of transport instead.</p>
<p class="p3">Those who live in Old North Boulder love the convenience of travel in this region: “Getting around without a car is very easy. There are several streets with great bike lanes and the Goose Creek Path connects the neighborhood from Edgewood to the commercial meccas to the east, including the Valmont Bike Park. The community gardens and North Boulder Rec center are not only great resources, but also create a great section of bike path.” But what most people love about this part of town is that it’s equidistant to downtown and the nearby trail networks — and both are about six blocks away.</p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s3">Old North Boulder started out as an agricultural destination, but after World War II, the local government started to divvy up land in this area for returning soldiers. Today, the area has a population of about 4,000 people. About 24% of the neighborhood is occupied by families. The rest is occupied by couples and single homeowners. Another feature that sets this part of town apart from others is its education. In fact, 39% of Old North Boulder’s residents have a graduate degree. Compared to the average American neighborhood, that’s about 30% higher.<br />
The majority of residents in this region work as executives, managers, and other industry professionals.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">Despite being slightly removed from the hustle and bustle of downtown Boulder, Old North Boulder boasts of some of the best food in town. Santo dishes out some of the best New Mexican-inspired food in the region, while offering a sophisticated place for dining. Right down the street, Beleza Coffee Bar is one of the top-rated coffee shops in the area, offering some of the most unique drink options, allowing clients to order delectable treats like affogato (or espresso-doused ice cream).</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-67937" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PearlStMall-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PearlStMall-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PearlStMall-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PearlStMall-768x576.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PearlStMall-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PearlStMall.jpg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></span></p>
<h3 class="p1"><span style="color: #fdb913;"><span class="s1">Martin Acres, </span><span class="s3">Boulder</span></span></h3>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">With stunning views of the Flatirons and a residential feel to the area, Martin Acres is a popular neighborhood for those who prefer to experience Boulder on foot. Whether you’re in it for the city or the Foothills, this area of Boulder offers access to both.<br />
Yet it still manages to feel like an intimate neighborhood.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s5">“Martin Acres [has] such good neighborhoody vibes. [You] can walk to practically anything needed. Or walk to awesome trails where you feel like you’re not even in town,” says Liesl Meyers, local resident.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s6">Martin Acres was built in the 1950s around an apple farm. Similar to Old North Boulder, this area of Boulder was substantially developed post World War II for returning soldiers who needed a place to call home. While some parts of Boulder feel flippant, Martin Acres is intentional and connected in a way that makes it stand out. This could be one reason why families tend to be attracted to the area.</span></p>
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<p class="p1"><strong>You can walk to practically anything needed. Or walk to awesome trails where you feel like you&#8217;re not even in town.</strong></p>
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<p class="p3"><span class="s6">Julie B. Fuller, resident, states: &#8220;Great kid-friendly neighborhood. Great schools. Perfect for families. Easy to bike to many places and catch the bus.&#8221;</span></p>
<p class="p3">In addition to having high-quality schools, student housing, and family-friendly vibes, this part of Boulder has great mountain vistas and plenty of amenities. Some of the biggest attractions in this area include Neptune Mountaineering, which is both a legendary rock climbing museum and mountaineering shop that has been around since 1973 and Sweet Cow Ice Cream, which serves up hand-churned goodness in a simple scoop of ice cream.</p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s7">Martin Acres is home to about 4,000 residents with a mean age of 38. The region has about 1350 single-family homes and apartment buildings. When it was first developed, it was seen as the suburbs of Boulder due to it being slightly removed from downtown. But today, it’s more commonly seen as an extension of downtown. Those who love spending time outdoors will also be quick to gravitate towards Tantra Park, which is known for slacklining and sledding.</span></p>
<h3 class="p1"><span style="color: #fdb913;"><span class="s1">Mapleton Hill, </span><span class="s2">Boulder</span></span></h3>
<p class="p3"><span class="s3">Just northwest of Pearl Street, Mapleton Hill is aptly named for the 200 silver maple trees that developers planted years ago. The result is a deciduous neighborhood in an otherwise coniferous state that gives the region a dreamy vibe. The trees provide plenty of shade during the hot months, and when winter comes, the neighborhood feels like something out of a Christmas story.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s3">In addition to its maple trees, Mapleton Hill is home to many Victorian buildings that were built in the late 1800s and the early 1900s. The region was designated as Boulder’s third historical district in 1982, and the mixed architecture makes it unlike any other part of Boulder.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">Mount Sanitas is the crown jewel of Mapleton Hill, providing locals and visitors with a challenging peak over which they can hike to look down on the valley. It’s also a popular running destination and draws groups from around town on a regular basis. But what really sets this part of town apart from areas like Old North Boulder is that it’s just a few blocks away from Pearl Street, giving it a walkability score of 83.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s3">“This area is gorgeous and is probably the best place to live if you value walking to downtown destinations and being close to hiking trails,” said Christian LS, who stated he has walked most of the area.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s3">Mapleton Hill highlight the area’s unique conglomerate of shops, restaurants, and cafes. Among the most popular destinations is Savory Spice Shop, which is known for making local blends and rubs to transform cuisine. Another spot worth visiting is Spruce Confections for their sweet and savory hand-made treats. When it comes to finding nightlife in Mapleton Hill, it’s less popular of a hangout area than Pearl Street, but it does have a scene due to the local lounges and bars, as well as the annual down-home and unique Mapleton Hill Porchfest.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s3">Also of note is that Mapleton Hill gives residents great ski access, allowing them to hop onto Highway 119 and end up in Eldora in just 30 minutes.</span></p>
<h3 class="p1"><span style="color: #fdb913;"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-67938" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_22811-benjamin-hesse-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_22811-benjamin-hesse-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_22811-benjamin-hesse-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_22811-benjamin-hesse-768x576.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_22811-benjamin-hesse-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/img_22811-benjamin-hesse.jpg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" />Barker Reservoir, Nederland</span></h3>
<p class="p3"><span class="s2">Imagine weaving your way through an icy canyon in the dead of winter to make it home to your dogs. The experience is usually beautiful, capturing the snow-capped rocks and flurries in the air. But it’s treacherous, too. Nederland is the same way. Residents describe the small town as stubborn and hard-headed, but one of the best places in the state.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s2">“&#8230;if you’re tough, independent and don’t want to change the place you move to then you’ll fit in just fine. Nederland was awesome during the lockdown because the neighbors all helped each other,” says Zoe Amrein-Gray.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s3">The average age of the population in Nederland, 48, is a little bit higher than that of Boulder at age 28.8. The whole town has 1,379 residents, making it about 30% smaller than the nearby town of Idaho Springs. Yet its quaint, hippie charm gives the town of Nederland a pretty big reputation.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">Situated on the northeastern side of the town of Nederland, Barker Reservoir and Recreation Area is one of the best kept secrets of the region. Located at 9,000 feet in elevation, the area is surrounded by a mixture of spruce and aspen trees, giving it that mountain vibe. While swimming and boating are prohibited on the lake, visitors to the area will almost always be able to spot an angler or nearby hikers exploring the surrounding trails.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s3">Completed in 1910, the Barker Reservoir spans nearly a square mile. Not only does it provide Nederland with its drinking water, but it powers a hydroelectric plant to offset conventional power methods. Accessible all year round, the reservoir provides a getaway for those who need their fill of nature but prefer to stay close to civilization.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s2">The reservoir was named after Mrs. Hannah Connell Barker, who resisted selling the land on which the reservoir is now located. Today, the reservoir is owned by the city of Boulder.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s2">Compared to the rest of Nederland, the Barker Reservoir is peaceful, serene, and often less congested than downtown. Yet it isn’t entirely removed from town. From the western side of the reservoir, you’re just half a mile away from the heart of Nederland, where you can find quaint coffee shops like Salto Coffee and the Nederland Farmers Market, which is one of the locals’ favorite spots in town. It’s operational from May to early October every year.</span></p>
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<h3 class="p1"><span style="color: #fdb913;"><span class="s1">MacGregor Ranch, E</span>stes Park</span></h3>
<p class="p3"><span class="s3">The town of Estes Park is seldom quiet. Functioning as the gateway to one of the most popular national parks in the country, this area hosts about 4.5 million visitors every year. Even in the winter, the streets and sidewalks are occupied with out-of-towners. This is one reason why many locals love the quiet outskirts of Estes Park.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">MacGregor Ranch is Shani LeRoux-Rod’s favorite part of town. She reflects: “The MacGregor Ranch area of town [is] sooo [sic] pretty and peaceful.” </span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s5">Located north of downtown Estes Park, MacGregor Ranch is the last working ranch in the area. It doubles as a youth educational center and even has a museum on the premises. After the ranch was built in the late 1800s by a family of homesteaders, it was passed down through three generations of MacGregors. When Muriel MacGregor wrote the ranch into her will and trust, she requested that her ranch be used for educational and philanthropic purposes, which enables it to continue functioning today. The ranch itself is a fun destination, but the region in which it’s located also provides a majestic setting.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s3">Lumpy Ridge Trailhead is located nearby. It’s known for frequent sightings of the most unique wildlife in the area such as elk, moose, and mountain lions. It also features the massive granite outcroppings for which the Rockies are known. This part of Estes Park is one of the most popular areas in the world for rock climbing since it features a wide range of route difficulty levels and multi-pitch climbs. In fact, many of the routes are as long as five pitches in length, attracting some of the most adventurous climbers in the world to the area.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">Also located in this area is the Lumpy Ridge Hike, which is 10.7 miles long. It takes visitors along a loop through pine forests and aspen groves. Since it is located within Rocky Mountain National Park, a park pass is required for entrance.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s3">In the same area of Estes Park, visitors will also find the Stanley Hotel, which is best-known for its association with Stephen King’s “The Shining.” Not only is the Stanley Hotel home to a casino, an airstrip, and a shooting range. Today, the hotel hosts spooky events that draw unique visitors all year round.</span></p>
<h3 class="p1"><span style="color: #fdb913;"><span class="s1"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-67940" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Longmont-CO-9-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="225" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Longmont-CO-9-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Longmont-CO-9-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Longmont-CO-9-768x576.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Longmont-CO-9-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Longmont-CO-9.jpg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" />Longmont Estates, L</span><span class="s3">ongmont</span></span></h3>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">Just a short drive north of Denver, Longmont is best known for its rural setting, plentiful open space, and hopping restaurant scene. And it’s no wonder why! Longmont is one of the fastest growing cities in all of Colorado. With a robust economy and great mountain access, it’s an extremely hot destination. However, many locals who spent their lives in the area prefer the calm, quiet side of Longmont. One such place is Longmont Estates, according to Robin Ellert: “[It’s] very quiet and [has] good schools.”</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">It’s no surprise that families flock to this part of town since its schools provide a supportive and inclusive learning experience. While one issue that many schools face is failing to meet the needs of different ability levels within every class, Longmont Estates Elementary School seems to have cracked the code. Parents of children who attend this school are largely impressed by the staff members, the leadership, and the overall experience that the school provides.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">The Longmont Estates area also boasts of numerous parks. Destinations like Hover Park offer residents a place to stretch their legs or let their children run free, while nearby Pratt Park contains sports fields for recreational opportunities.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s5">Additionally, like most of Longmont, Longmont Estates is low in crime. Violent crime is extremely rare, and the whole region has a crime grading of A-, making families feel safe in their respective neighborhood.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">One of the drawbacks of Longmont Estates is that it’s somewhat lacking in the culinary pizzazz that the rest of the city has. Those who are looking for a quick bite often find that they have to stray a little further from home to scratch the itch.</span></p>
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<h3 class="p1"><span style="color: #fdb913;"><span class="s1">McIntosh Lake &amp; Garden Acres, L</span><span class="s2">ongmont</span></span></h3>
<p class="p3">Located four miles northwest of downtown Longmont, the McIntosh Lake area of Longmont is one of the best places in the city. Named after the reservoir, this part of Longmont differentiates itself from others due to its waterfront access. While many reservoirs require strict adherences to boating policies, McIntosh Lake is more flexible — non-motorized boats are permitted in the reservoir, which makes it a hub for paddle boarders and kayakers. Swimming is prohibited, and dogs must remain on leash.</p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s3">In addition to offering water sport opportunities, McIntosh Lake has 3.5 miles of easy trails that many runners and adventurers frequent. And it isn’t uncommon for visitors to spot wildlife like prairie dogs and even eagles. Due to the lake’s popularity, many locals find that the region gets pretty congested over holidays and on the weekends.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s3">McIntosh Lake was first constructed in 1903 to manage incoming waters. About 100 years later, the lake was opened to public recreation, allowing visitors to use boats on the lake.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">When it comes to making McIntosh Lake your home, locals find that the area is relatively walkable. Other attractions in this part of town </span></p>
<h3 class="p1"><span style="color: #fdb913;"><span class="s1">West Elkhorn, E</span><span class="s3">stes Park</span></span></h3>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">The idyllic town of Estes Park transforms into a childhood dream throughout the holiday season. And most out-of-towners flock to the downtown area to view the glistening lights or the elk wandering through while chewing on salt water taffy. Yet West Elkhorn promises its own delight. Slightly off the beaten path, this part of town is home to a variety of independently-owned businesses that have only changed hands a few times over the past century.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">However, what locals love the most about this part of Estes Park is: “Our neighborhood and neighbors. They are amazing.<br />
We stay away from town as much as possible but do enjoy a few places. Donut Haus, Burgers and Gyros, Poppy’s winter specials. Winter drives in the 4&#215;4 up Trail Ridge after timed entry is over,” says local Larry Larson. While much of the tourist crowd comes and goes on a weekly basis, West Elkhorn has a tiny little pocket of people who made it to the town and decided to stay despite the harsh climate.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s5">According to Visit Estes Park, this part of town also sets itself apart in its attractions. “There’s plenty of art to see on West Elkhorn. Bronze sculptures, like Wishful Thinking (Cowboy in the River), beckon. Check out this blog for the full list in Estes, and numbers 5 and 6 specifically on West Elkhorn. The Water Wheel is not only a gift shop, but features an actual water wheel in the river. It’s a great spot to enjoy the sounds of Fall River, and very nearby the previously mentioned bronze statue and a wonderful little playground for the kids to enjoy.”</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s5">Despite being slightly removed from the main downtown strip, West Elkhorn features its own delectable cuisine. The Wild Rose Restaurant offers a sophisticated yet accessible menu to those who are interested in trying local protein like trout and elk. And, while many restaurants in Estes Park function on a first-come, first-serve basis, the Wild Rose takes reservations, which can make planning your evening a lot easier. In addition to the Wild Rose Restaurant, this part of town is where you can find Wapiti Pub, which affords beautiful mountain views, the infamous Rocky Mountain oysters, and an all-Colorado beer list.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s5">Additional iconic shops in the region include Mountain Blown Glass, which is both a studio and a gallery. And it is a family-owned business that brings unique and crafty glass pieces to town.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">include the city of Longmont’s Garden Acres Park, Centura Hospital, and a golf course. Garden Acres offers a variety of picnic areas, sports fields, parking lots, and playgrounds for year-round use.</span></p>
<p class="p1">“Garden Acres Community Park was initially developed in 1989 and was the third community park built in Longmont. The park was recently updated and features a lighted softball four-plex, soccer fields, batting cages, a cricket pitch, shelters, playgrounds, an irrigation pond and walking paths,” according to the City of Longmont Colorado website. The park was even part of a renewal project in 2018 and 2019, which allowed officials to evaluate and re-establish safe and kid-friendly recreational areas.</p>
<p class="p1">While McIntosh Lake is an attraction in the area with its 265-acres of fun, the nearby amenities and family-friendly neighborhoods make it one of the best kept secrets in all of Longmont.</p>
<h3 class="p1"><span style="color: #fdb913;"><span class="s1">Old Town, L</span><span class="s3">ongmont</span></span></h3>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">Old Town is steeped in history, blending old homes with new ones like no other place in town. While much of Longmont is made out of fresh developments, Old Town has a classic charm that feels all-American and separate from the rest. In the summer, this part of Longmont transforms into a place with lots of gatherings that range from concerts to trivia nights, yoga, and exhibits. In the winter, the ice pavilion attracts romance from all around the Foothills.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">“Old Town is home to small businesses, charming boutiques, one-of-a-kind restaurants, coffee shops, music venues, art galleries, brew pubs, and much, much more. It’s the site of lively events like summertime festivals, concerts, and art walks. It’s dotted with artwork placed by the city’s Art in Public Places initiative, and is home to many of Longmont’s parks,” states Visit Longmont.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">This part of town has a median age of 41.7. The population is about 5700 strong. And 70% of residents have a bachelor’s degree. But one of the attractions that make Old Town different from other parts of Colorado is the Old Town Marketplace. The marketplace is an indoor mall-style experience that provides affordable rental rates to small local businesses. As a result, it houses an eclectic mix of shops selling everything from empanadas and Japanese Kawaii and convenience goods to soaps and toys.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">In addition to the Old Town Marketplace, this part of town contains the historical Old Stephen’s Church, which was built in 1881 and still stands proud today. The Episcopal church is fully functional and has grown substantially from its original 45 members. After the congregation relocated, the St. Vrain Historical Society purchased the church in 1976 to save it from demolition. Since its purchase, the church has undergone restorations, and it was ultimately designated as a historical landmark.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">Those who are looking for a memorable culinary experience in Old Town should head to the Roost Restaurant &amp; Whiskey Bar to experience an eclectic menu with highlights like Chilean Salmon and Chipotle Bacon Mac. Bootstrap Brewing provides another great destination for those who can appreciate local beer.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">One of the greatest highlights of Old Town is the St. Vrain Cidery, which offers some of the most unique drinks available. While you can tantalize your taste buds with conventional ciders at the St. Vrain Cidery, you can also try some of their more interesting flavors like a dry ginger cider, or key lime cider.</span></p>
<h3 class="p1"><span style="color: #fdb913;"><span class="s1">Old Town, </span><span class="s3">Erie</span></span></h3>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">Old Town exhibits a distinct charm that blends the town’s history with contemporary growth. Situated within Boulder County, the region is family-friendly, peaceful, clean, walkable, and dog-friendly. Those from the region attest to its community spirit. But one of Old Town’s most striking and memorable features is the maintained historic buildings that date from the 19th and 20th centuries. Adorned with Victorian and Queen Anne architectural styles, they look like a structure you could take directly out of a historical textbook. Then when you step outside, you’re immediately immersed in tree-lined streets where you might be transported to a time when carriages were a common sight.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">Old Town differs from the rest of Erie in its emphasis on the arts and culture scene. Many of the streets are decorated with public art installations and murals. Similarly, the local shops contribute to an aesthetic of creativity and curiosity, which is a prominent characteristic of the town. Boutiques that line Old Town’s cobblestone sidewalks often feature handmade crafts, antiques, and local goods.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">In addition to Old Town’s quaint shops and creative scene, this part of town has a thriving culinary scene. The Old Mine, for example, features a long list of craft beers that draws connoisseurs from around the state. It also boasts of a long menu with everything from pretzels to pizzas. Visitors with a more refined palette are quick to flock to 24 Carrot Bistro, which is a new-American, farm-to-table restaurant with a simple approach to food. The restaurant’s strong emphasis on local food brings dishes like Crispy Duck Confit to the table, which is served in a parsnip puree with a blood orange sauce. For a quick stroll and a stop at a cafe, locals might recommend Cristos Coffee Boutique Roastery &amp; Cafe or Fox•Dog Coffee.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">Old Town Erie lovers are quick to notice the warmth and friendliness of locals while visiting the town. The region exhibits a welcoming, unique, and comfortable environment that seamlessly intertwines the past with the present. Seventy percent of residents in this region are also homeowners, which is a testament to the town’s bustling economy and welcoming atmosphere.</span></p>
<h3 class="p1"><span style="color: #fdb913;"><span class="s1">Anthem Highlands, </span><span class="s3">Broomfield</span></span></h3>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">Anthem is a quaint neighborhood that includes three internal villages: Anthem Reserve, Anthem Highlands, and Anthem Ranch. Anthem Reserve is one of Broomfield’s more coveted neighborhoods due to its custom and semi-custom homes. The Hilltop Trailhead runs through this area, attracting active families from the region. Anthem Ranch is a 55+ community that encourages active adults to join the community to live in a peaceful environment. And Anthem Highlands is the third community.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">Unlike other parts of Broomfield, Anthem Highlands’ design is extremely meticulous, creating an opportunity for residents to foster a sense of community. It is not uncommon for families to come together for barbecues, celebrations, and sports in the park. During the warmer months, there are even activities for horseshoers, yogis, and swimmers.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">Like many areas in the Foothills, Anthem Highlands rests against the backdrop of the Rocky Mountains, giving residents beautiful views on the regular. As an active community, those in this area also take advantage of the extensive network of trails and open spaces. Hikers, bikers, runners, and walkers are regular visitors to its 48 miles of trails and 22 parks, promoting both a healthy lifestyle and a communal culture.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s5">In addition to Anthem Highlands’ trails, it is also home to sports fields and a state-of-the-art recreation center. Families often enjoy group activities within the center, including sports like soccer, basketball, and fitness classes.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">Residents of Anthem Highlands highlight the education system as one of the features that they love the most. This area is served by well-regarded schools that are largely committed to providing a high-quality education.</span></p>
<p class="p3">Since Anthem Highlands is somewhat removed from the hustle and bustle of Broomfield, visitors to the area might have the best luck satisfying their appetite a short drive away at Great Scotts Eatery or Hops n Drops. Great Scotts Eatery offers a wide range of milkshakes and burgers and other diner-style food. For breakfast, you might try the Pineapple Upside Down Pancakes or a skillet. Nearby, Hops n Drops is a bar and grill that features classic menu items like nachos and grilled cheese. But it puts a slight twist on those classic flavors. When it’s finally time to relax and unwind, it might be worth sipping a cocktail like an Empress Mojito and snagging an appetizer like the Hawaiian Sriracha Shrimp.</p>
<h3 class="p1"><span style="color: #fdb913;"><span class="s1">Signal Creek, T</span><span class="s3">hornton</span></span></h3>
<p class="p3">Signal Creek is one of Thornton’s most upscale neighborhoods. The average income in the area is $107,000, and 94% of residents are homeowners. One thing that sets the neighborhood apart from others is that it is located just minutes away from both Interstates 25 and 70 This community has great access to Denver’s main highways, allowing residents to quickly commute to nearby jobs and adventures.</p>
<p class="p3">According to Centre Communities: “Signal Creek was one of the first upscale neighborhoods and only the second master-planned community to be built in the City of Thornton. The challenges that Centre faced were two-fold: to weather the depression that hit in the mid-80’s shortly after the project had begun, and to solve the complicated transportation issues that ensnarled the entire region around the site.” Today, this neighborhood offers an array of single-family homes, townhouses, and condominiums to<br />
support different lifestyles.</p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">Some of the highlights of Signal Creek include the Margaret W. Carpenter Recreation Center, which features a 100-acre park and more than 50 miles of biking and hiking paths. The interior features two swimming pools with a 6-lane, 25-yard lap pool and a children’s area. In addition to standard recreational activities, this sports center also offers the community a mixture of different group fitness classes such as Zumba, Deep Water Aqua Fitness, and Silversneakers Splash. The Thornton Sports Complex and Golf Course are also located here, giving residents and visitors access to a great variety of health-oriented activities in which they can participate.</span></p>
<p class="p3">In addition to Signal Creek’s recreation and sports center, there are also a number of trails in the community for walking and jogging including the 6.5-mile Signal Ditch Trail, which pays homage to Thorton’s agricultural history. The community-driven culture of Signal Creek can often be seen in its festivals. For example, there’s a Thornton Winterfest every year that draws locals and visitors together to celebrate the season.</p>
<h3 class="p1"><span style="color: #fdb913;"><span class="s1">Apple Blossom, </span><span class="s3">Westminster</span></span></h3>
<p class="p3"><span class="s4">Situated along the Denver-Boulder Turnpike, the Apple Blossom neighborhood is one of the most charming parts of Westminster. Combining a mixture of affordability and convenience, this part of Westminster attracts commuters. In fact, this region has long been a coveted residential area due to the easy access that it provides to both Denver and the mountains. Those who are lucky enough to call this region their home typically end up in a mid-century modern home that was constructed in the 1950s. Unlike some parts of the Foothills, Apple Blossom still clings to an air of individuality, showcasing some of Colorado’s diversity in terms of design. A handful of different builders contributed to the growth of this neighborhood at the turn of the century.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s5">This part of Westminster was once an apple orchard, which is the inspiration for its name. Like much of the Foothills, it was once rooted in the agricultural industry. Legend has it that each original property in Apple Blossom was given a tree from the orchard and that it’s possible to see them even today.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s5">Residents and visitors alike frequent the gritty and unassuming Big Mamma’s Burritos. Designed to accommodate a quick meal, this restaurant is frequently overlooked. Yet its unique mixture of flavors, untraditional cuisine, and grungy nature make it worth a stop. A few of the community’s favorite picks include the Buffalo Chicken Burrito and the Philly Burrito. A short drive down the road is also Dae Gee Korean BBQ, which features a higher-scale menu including items like Sam Gyeob Sal (pork belly), and Sogogi Bulgogi (rib-eye). Restaurant goers also appreciate the vegetarian menu options from this location.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s6">Westminster is often perceived as a bustling city since it has the 8th largest population in the state, though it’s on a slight decline. About 13% of the population has a graduate degree, and another 27% has a bachelor’s degree. Overall, this region puts an emphasis on education and recreation, supporting the work-life balance in those who call it home. </span></p>
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<h1><b><span style="color: #ffcc00;">[</span>LOCAL<span style="color: #ffcc00;">]</span></b></h1>
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<li><strong>Aaron Brockett wins a narrow mayoral race</strong> in Boulder’s first ever ranked-choice voting system</li>
<li><strong>Thornton City Council results eliminates mayor Kulmann’s majority</strong> power bloc, dropping from 6-3 to now a minority of 4-5</li>
<li><strong>King Sooper shooter pleads not guilty</strong>, claiming insanity l Change in Boulder city energy code will eliminate gas power in most new buildings to lessen impact on environment</li>
<li><strong>Colorado Judge allows Trump to appear on statewide ballot</strong> for 2024 Presidential race, rejecting efforts to bar the insurrectionist from running again</li>
<li><strong>Erie and Superior both approve Home Rule Charters</strong>, allowing more autonomy for the city governments</li>
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<h1><b><span style="color: #ffcc00;">[</span>NATIONAL<span style="color: #ffcc00;">]</span></b></h1>
<ul>
<li><strong>Henry Kissinger finally dies, here’s to hoping hell exists </strong></li>
<li><strong>Mike Johnson, MAGA Republican from Louisiana, is finally voted in</strong> as the next Speaker of the House after a tumultuous vacancy</li>
<li><strong>New York City mayor Eric Adams had his phone seized by the FBI</strong> in a campaign finance violation investigation</li>
<li><strong>Joe Manchin will not run for reelection</strong>, a move that will have implications next year when a Republican is highly likely to take his Senate seat</li>
<li><strong>Voters in Ohio pass a ballot measure in ensuring access to abortion</strong> in big win for reproductive rights access in the midwest</li>
<li><strong>Trump takes the stand in New York civil trial while losing his temper</strong> during and ranting on social media after, surprising noone but rightly prompting a gag order from the judge</li>
<li><strong>Hollywood Writers and United Auto Workers strikes</strong> — admittedly very different groups — both came to end with very favorable outcomes to auto workers unions and concessions to the writers unions in two wins for labor</li>
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<h1><b><span style="color: #ffcc00;">[</span>INTERNATIONAL<span style="color: #ffcc00;">]</span></b></h1>
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<li><b>Israel surrounds Gaza City in an attempt to remove Hamas</b> from power in Palestine, sparking another humanitarian crisis in the process</li>
<li><b>Pod of Orcas sink yet another boat</b> near the Strait of Gibraltar in an apparent coordinated attack on the vessel</li>
<li><b>Sudan’s Darfur region erupts into ethnic violence, </b>continuing this century’s first genocide and widening violence in the country</li>
<li><b>Argentina elects far-right libertarian as president, </b>his platform includes abolishing the national currency, shutting down the national bank, and slashing public services. Small Talk</li>
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<p><em>“We’re going to make sure every Colorado voter knows about how Boebert, Buck, and Lamborn turned their backs on Colorado by supporting a MAGA extremist for speaker.”</em> &#8211; <strong>Colorado Democratic Party</strong> statement on new House Speaker</p>
<p><em>“Once you’ve been to Cambodia, you’ll never stop wanting to beat Henry Kissinger to death with your bare hands. You will never again be able to open a newspaper and read about that treacherous, prevaricating, murderous scumbag sitting down for a nice chat with Charlie Rose or attending some black-tie affair for a new glossy magazine without choking.”</em> &#8211; The late <strong>Anthony Bourdain</strong> on Henry Kissinger</p>
<p><em>“Coloradans are looking to us to reduce property taxes and provide relief to families, and as we always have, we will work to deliver solutions that protect and enhance the Colorado we love.”</em> &#8211; <strong>Gov. Polis</strong> on defeat of Prop HH</p>
<p><em>“Saving approximately 100 people in Colorado this year outweighs the aggregate harm of minimal expenditures of time and sacrifice business opportunities.”</em> &#8211; <strong>Judge John Kane</strong> on his ruling to uphold Colorado’s three day waiting period for gun purchases “No refugees in Jordan.</p>
<p><em>No refugees in Egypt.”</em> &#8211; <strong>Jordan’s King Abdullah</strong> said at newconference regarding Palestinians fleeingthe war in Gaza</p>
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<h1><b>By the Numbers</b></h1>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="color: #99cc00;"><strong>$5.14 Million</strong></span> &#8211; 2024 budget for the city of Boulder</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>190</strong></span> &#8211; Bodies found improperly stored at Return To Nature funeral home in Colorado Springs </span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="color: #ff9900;"><strong>1 guilty, 2 acquitted</strong></span> &#8211; Results of the three police officers trials for the Elijah McClain murder </span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="color: #3366ff;"><strong>$1.7 million</strong></span> &#8211; Amount raised by 2023 Weld County Fair&#8217;s Junior Livestock Sale, breaking previous fundraising records</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>$15</strong> </span>&#8211; Average cost of a burger in Colorado according to Colorado Sun article </span></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The Model Cities of No Man’s Land: Fruit Orchards, Broomcorn, and 1950s American Boomtowns</p>
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<p class="p1"><i>PHOTOS PROVIDED BY THE CARNEGIE LIBRARY FOR LOCAL HISTORY, DENVER PUBLIC LIBRARY SPECIAL COLLECTIONS, GREELEY HISTORY MISEUM, LONGMONT MUSEUM, AND USGS HISTORICAL MINING PHOTOGRAPHS</i></p>
<h1>Fruit Orchards, Broomcorn, and 1950s American Boomtowns</h1>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">In 1945, as American war veterans returned home from the Second World War, Denver was a small and compact agricultural hub. Many of these war veterans had fond memories of training in Colorado before shipping off to fight in Europe or the Pacific. When the Allies won the war, more than a few of the young veterans chose the Queen City to establish the dream of a solid, middle-class American life. The coming boom would soon create a housing shortage.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">At that time the north edge of Denver was around 48th Street. Lakeside Amusement Park, near 44th Street and Sheridan Boulevard was on the outskirts of town with neighborhoods to its south and fields to its north. Far away to the northwest was the burgeoning university town of Boulder, where 28th Street was still a gravel road. The Denver-Boulder Turnpike would not open as a toll road for another seven years. Motorists who made the trek to Boulder from Denver — often as tourist daytrippers — would take Highway 287 north up Federal and Old Wadsworth Boulevards and then make a sharp westerly cut over to Boulder on Highway 7 at the World War I Pillars in Lafayette.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">By 1945 Lafayette and its immediate neighbors like Louisville and Erie had already existed for many decades as coal mining towns. Between these coal towns in the north and the northern edge of Denver near 48th Street, some 25 miles to the south was mostly a no man’s land of prairie with some large fruit orchards and dryland farms scattered about. There was little natural water in this open expanse and not much to attract development except for wide open space with the Rocky Mountains as backdrop to the west.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_67103" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-67103" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-67103" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/westminster-college-students.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="364" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/westminster-college-students.jpg 800w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/westminster-college-students-300x161.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/westminster-college-students-768x411.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-67103" class="wp-caption-text">1895. Westminster College, now Pillar of Fire Church Harry Rhoads behind steering wheel</p></div>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">But open space is exactly what was needed as the explosive growth of the 1950s approached. A booming metropolitan area required new housing for a rising middle class of people with disposable incomes interested in a two-car garage and a yard for the kids and the dog. Corporate real estate development companies stepped in to fill this demand, not just with houses, but with whole planned communities complete with schools, churches, and shopping.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">That is how Northglenn, my home town, and Thornton came into existence. In 1962 Life Magazine named Northglenn America’s “most perfectly planned community” courtesy of the gray-suited businessmen of Perl-Mack Company. The company built its 3,000-home, full-service community called “North Glenn” in 1959, right out of a 280-acre prairie field near what would later become the intersection of Interstate 25 and 104th Avenue.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">A few years before “North Glenn” was built, a little to the south was the planned community of Thornton on 400 acres near 88th and Washington Streets. Thornton, named after Colorado’s then governor Daniel Thornton and built by developer Sam Hoffman, emerged from the fields in 1954 and was incorporated as a city in 1956.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_67105" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-67105" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-67105" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/governor-dan-thornton-1024x807.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="536" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/governor-dan-thornton-1024x807.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/governor-dan-thornton-300x236.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/governor-dan-thornton-768x605.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/governor-dan-thornton.jpg 1460w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-67105" class="wp-caption-text">19 Jan. 1952. Governor Thornton at Denver-Boulder turnpike ribbon cutting.</p></div>
<p class="p3"><span class="s2">Westminster and Broomfield date back to the late 1800s as unincorporated communities with homestead settler roots from the Gold Rush era. But these rural villages also grew into modern Denver suburbs through similar corporate-planned communities in the 1950s. In Westminster and Broomfield the construction of the Denver-Boulder Turnpike and the opening of the nuclear weapons facility Rocky Flats, both in 1952, were major employment and development draws. Such began the long march of suburban sprawl that, by the turn of the century, would ultimately merge the north Denver suburbs with the growing town of Boulder to the northwest.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s2">Before there was a Westminster, there were fields of apple and cherry trees planted by the earliest pioneer settlers to the area. The ocean of spring blossoms in those days must have been a glorious sight against a backdrop of snowy peaks to the west.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s2">To see some evidence of this past, take a little trip next September to the Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge near 80th and Kipling Streets. It’s a wonderful little oasis of nature in the midst of suburbia. As you walk the gentle gravel trails along the banks of the reed-filled ponds with croaking frogs, you will notice many large apple trees in the adjacent fields. That time of year it’s likely that their branches will sag with thousands of ripe apples, the ground below covered in fallen fruit.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span class="s2">The apple and plum trees at Two Ponds are very old. They are relics of this area’s history as a major fruit-growing center. Today’s Shaw Heights neighborhood in Westminster, for example, used to be a large apple and cherry orchard that operated continuously between the 1890s and 1938. This and other area orchards were large enough to justify a railroad spur in 1881 to haul off the many tons of apples and cherries to grocers all across America.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_67106" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-67106" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-67106" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/st.-stephens-lutheran-church-1024x332.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="220" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/st.-stephens-lutheran-church-1024x332.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/st.-stephens-lutheran-church-300x97.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/st.-stephens-lutheran-church-768x249.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/st.-stephens-lutheran-church-1536x499.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/st.-stephens-lutheran-church.jpg 1540w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-67106" class="wp-caption-text">1963. St. Stephens Lutheran Church being built in Northglenn, Colo</p></div>
<p class="p3"><span class="s2">The center of this fruit farming life began in 1870 when homesteader Pleasant DeSpain built a home on 160 acres near present day Lowell Boulevard and 76th Street. DeSpain may have been the first to grow fruit trees in the area, and the operation he and his five sons built attracted a small growing community that became known as DeSpain Junction. DeSpain’s great-great grandson who shares the same name was born in Denver in 1943 and is a renowned author, children’s picture-book storyteller, and world traveler. He earned high accolades for his signature children’s book, “Old Joe and the Carpenter”; wrote an adventure travel memoir titled, “Vagabond Tales, In Search of Light and Life”; and produced a weekly children’s storytelling television show called, “Pleasant Journeys” that ran in Seattle for five years in the 1970s. This earned him the honorary title of “Seattle’s Resident Storyteller.” He is quite an interesting individual.</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">In 1911 a developer named C.J. Harris bought much of the land in and around DeSpain Junction and subdivided it into smaller fruit orchard lots. The new town was incorporated and named Harris. As locals in the growing community thought about the future of their town, some of them dreamed up a plan to create a university so fine that it would be considered the “Princeton of the West.”</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">Westminster University was a short-lived venture after each and every one of its male Presbyterian students shipped off to serve in the Great War in 1917. The young university never reopened, but the grand castle-like structure made from Colorado red sandstone remains, now privately owned by the Pillar of Fire Methodist Church.</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">Although I personally think “Pleasant DeSpain” would have made for a more unique name, “Westminster” is what stuck. Westminster’s population in 1950 at the dawn of its development boom was just 1,686. By 1960, with the Turnpike and Rocky Flats completed, it was home to 14,000 residents. Today more than 111,000 people live in Westminster making it one of Colorado’s ten largest incorporated cities.</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">It should be recognized that the city of Westminster today sits atop a location where there is strong evidence of a semi-permanent Arapaho Tribe encampment. This is thought to have been near Gregory Hill at present day 80th Street and Federal Boulevard. Human habitation in this area goes back at least 14,000 years. It is thought that the corridor where the High Plains meets the Rocky Mountains was used as an annual migration circuit by archaic peoples who would spend summers hunting in the high country and winters sheltering on the adjacent plains.</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">More recent Indigenous peoples acquired horses from the Spaniards who ventured into the area from the south. These later tribes roamed far and wide on horseback over the Great Plains following herds of bison on which they depended for food, shelter, and tools.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_67107" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-67107" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-67107" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/zhang-family-1024x626.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="416" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/zhang-family-1024x626.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/zhang-family-300x183.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/zhang-family-768x469.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/zhang-family.jpg 1326w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-67107" class="wp-caption-text">1886-1901. Adolph Zhang Family</p></div>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">By the time Pleasant DeSpain had settled in present-day Westminster in 1870, the Indigenous peoples of the area had largely and tragically been marginalized and removed. Their populations were greatly diminished, their livelihoods were stripped away, and their homelands were stolen. Survivors of this apocalypse were forced onto reservations far away.</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">The fruit orchard business extended for miles to the north of present-day Westminster. In 1885 Adolph Zang acquired 4,000 acres at present-day 120th Street and Wadsworth Boulevard to grow fruit trees and breed horses. By the time Mr. Zang arrived in the area, the U.S. Postal Service had already set up a remote post office nearby what they called Broomfield after the broomcorn that grew well in the area. Not a food crop, broomcorn is a stiff-stemmed sorghum that was used for the bristles on brooms. It is still used today as craft material for wreaths and other such decorative items.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_67108" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-67108" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-67108" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/zhang-orchard-farmer-house-688x1024.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="1012" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/zhang-orchard-farmer-house-688x1024.jpg 688w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/zhang-orchard-farmer-house-202x300.jpg 202w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/zhang-orchard-farmer-house-768x1143.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/zhang-orchard-farmer-house-1032x1536.jpg 1032w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/zhang-orchard-farmer-house.jpg 1126w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-67108" class="wp-caption-text">1995. Adolph Zhang’s (Orchard Farmer’s) House</p></div>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">From its very beginning Broomfield was a crossroads town for both rail and wheel. The Old Cherokee Trail, the main stagecoach route, passed through it, later to be replaced by Highway 287 up Old Wadsworth. Tracks for the Denver-to-Cheyenne Colorado Central Railroad passed through the location in 1873 before it was even settled, and several other rail lines were added in the late 1800s.</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">The Denver area’s original “light rail” electric commuter train opened in 1908. Known as the Kite Route, this electric rail line ran between Denver and Boulder, through Broomfield, and then towards the coal towns to the east. At its height the electric Kite Route offered 27 stops. The company that operated the train built a depot with associated community services at the corner of 120th and Wadsworth. This depot still stands today as the preserved Broomfield Depot Museum.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_67112" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-67112" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-67112 size-large" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/nuclear-arms-protest-1024x656.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="436" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/nuclear-arms-protest-1024x656.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/nuclear-arms-protest-300x192.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/nuclear-arms-protest-768x492.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/nuclear-arms-protest.jpg 1530w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-67112" class="wp-caption-text">1983 Oct. 15. Nearly 15,000 people encircled the Rocky Flats Nuclear Weapons Plant to protest the nuclear arms race.</p></div>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">By this time the little community of Broomfield had taken root and was even home to the Broomfield Cheese Factory. But the population was stagnant at around 100 residents until the 1950s. Like the other north metro communities, the 1950s brought explosive growth. The Turnpike Land Company bought the Zang property in 1955 to develop a planned community they called the City by the Turnpike. It was a massive undertaking designed for 20,000 residents that ultimately became known as Broomfield Heights.</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">With the opening of the Denver-Boulder Turnpike and Rocky Flats and the resulting housing boom, Broomfield was on its way from its farming and transportation crossroads roots to becoming the modern suburban city and tech industry hub of 75,000 residents that we know today. The growing city had the unfortunate distinction of being part of four different counties, each with its own laws and regulations. Broomfield solved this challenge at the turn of the century by forming its own county to become the city and county of Broomfield, a unique distinction it shares with the city and county of Denver and just a handful of other city-counties in America.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Growing Together</b></span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">By 1968 the young cities of Northglenn, Thornton, Westminster, and Broomfield were all well established. But they were still isolated communities surrounded by open space on all sides, even to the south towards Denver. 1968 was the year my parents, Linda and Phil Geiling, moved to Colorado from Florida. Mom was a teacher and Dad a child school psychologist. The retired snowbirds moving down to Florida at the time had little interest in paying more taxes to fund their education system, so my parents went looking for greener pastures and ended up in Colorado. They bought a piece of land in Broomfield, way outside of the city at the time, to build a home. They gave up on that idea within a year, sold the parcel of land, and bought a California-style house on a half acre off of 99th and Huron Streets in Northglenn for $29,000.</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">I was born in 1974, and this was the house I grew up in until I left for college in 1993. I would learn through researching this article that it must have been among the first houses built in Northglenn, although not part of the original planned community off of 104th.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_67114" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-67114" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-67114 size-large" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/men-boarding-train-1024x603.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="400" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/men-boarding-train-1024x603.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/men-boarding-train-300x177.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/men-boarding-train-768x453.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/men-boarding-train.jpg 1524w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-67114" class="wp-caption-text">1908. Men boarding train</p></div>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">My earliest real memories are from around 1980. By then the neighborhood had filled in. When my parents first bought the house in 1969, the neighborhood was only half built, and the view to the west was mostly open space. I asked my mom where she perceived the “edge of the city” was back then. She zeroed in on 84th Avenue, but the edge of the city wasn’t that clear as there was still a lot of undeveloped land even south from there.</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">“I remember driving along 84th,” she said. “Looking south there were still many open fields between 84th and Denver. There wasn’t much at all to the north of 104th. Huron was a dirt road north from there.” She recalled that the Red Lobster may have been the first business to appear on 104th Avenue to the west of Huron, and then the car dealerships followed in a few years. By around 1980, “The area was pretty much built out,” she said.</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">Before speaking with my mom for this article, I never realized how quickly my hometown grew in just the decade before I was born. There was literally nothing there but fields in 1959 and by 1979 Northglenn and Thornton were fully developed suburbs.</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">For me, it was a great place to grow up. On clear days when the notorious Denver brown cloud was cleared by fresh winds, we could see the downtown Denver skyline to the south from the house. The “big city” seemed a world away then, even though it was only nine miles. On my street my older brother and I had many friends our age, and the adults all knew each other well, even becoming long-time friends.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_67115" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-67115" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-67115" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/farming-equipment-1024x745.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="495" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/farming-equipment-1024x745.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/farming-equipment-300x218.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/farming-equipment-768x559.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/farming-equipment-1536x1117.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/farming-equipment.jpg 1548w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-67115" class="wp-caption-text">1929-1939. Farming equipment in use.</p></div>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">In speaking with my mom, I recalled the fun all the kids would have sledding down our steep street on snow days or weekends on the old-time runner sleds we had. To my amusement my mom told me that the neighborhood adults would often take their turn on the sleds at night after we kids went to bed. And apparently, unbeknownst to me, when my dad followed behind at a distance while we went trick-or-treating, as a joke, he would knock on the same doors we just left with a mug in his hand for “trick-or-drinking,” ending up with a toxic stew of various beers and liquors in that mug for his loot.</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">This was 1980s suburban life America, when crime was high but most people didn’t worry too much about it because the news of it wasn’t blasted 24 hours a day. We rode our bikes in the summer up to Webster Lake or Croke Drive Reservoir to catch bluegills or south to the field that was near Thornton Parkway where there were a series of sweet dirt jumps we called the “tip-ups.” Helmets were never worn, and curfew was “dark.” On many summer nights after dark the neighborhood kids would often gather at one house or another for wild games of kick-the-can. I would go to bed mosquito-bitten and exhausted but ready to do it all over again with all my friends the next day.</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">The innocence of the 1980s passed, and with a new decade I became a Northglenn High School Norseman in 1990. My circle of friends came from a mostly lower middle-class background. We were about half white kids and half Hispanic. My Hispanic friends were all multi-generation Americans who spoke no Spanish whatsoever, which was often the source of good-natured jokes. Mostly we didn’t pay any attention to superficial differences. We were just friends — and still are to this day.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_67116" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-67116" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-67116" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/librarians-in-thornton-755x1024.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="922" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/librarians-in-thornton-755x1024.jpg 755w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/librarians-in-thornton-221x300.jpg 221w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/librarians-in-thornton-768x1041.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/librarians-in-thornton-1133x1536.jpg 1133w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/librarians-in-thornton.jpg 1326w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-67116" class="wp-caption-text">1963. Librarians work in Thornton.</p></div>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">Still, things always change, and the 1990s brought significant cultural shifts. Urban gang culture encroached into the North Metro communities, especially Northglenn and Thornton. High crime rates and drug abuse entered our awareness at a time when new driver’s licenses and beater cars gave us the ultimate freedom to learn our boundaries, sometimes the hard way.</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">One of my friends had an old Chevy Chevette hatchback that he bought somewhere for $200. He could make it backfire on command, and it finally died one day when the gear shifter broke off in his hand. On snowy nights we would take turns towing each other on snow tubes down Thornton’s residential streets. On other nights we would take joyrides north where most of the roads north of 120th, like Huron, turned to dirt. From there we would sometimes turn off the roads straight into the fields to flush out rabbits just for fun. Many weekend nights were spent cruising “Westy Mall,” not having any clue what we were looking for or how to find it, but somehow wanting to be there with our friends doing nothing in particular but hanging out trying to look cool nonetheless.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_67124" style="width: 797px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-67124" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-67124 " src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/librarians.jpg" alt="" width="787" height="530" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/librarians.jpg 962w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/librarians-300x202.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/librarians-768x517.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 787px) 100vw, 787px" /><p id="caption-attachment-67124" class="wp-caption-text">1964. HELP (Helpful Extra Library People) volunteers work in the Adams County Library bookmobile, in Northglenn, Colorado</p></div>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">In those days Thornton’s new Horizon High School, built in 1988 way up north off of 136th Avenue, was where the snobs went — “rich” suburban kids with nice new cars living in nice new houses on the edge of the city. Holly Street, near Horizon High, now a busy, four-lane suburban thoroughfare, was a dirt road on which we would gun our engines up to 60 mph, kicking up plumes of dust just because we could.</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">Things change. My 12-year-old daughter will probably attend Horizon High as she will be a freshman in two short years. By then the school will be 37 years old, 12 years older than Northglenn High was when I entered high school. And, I still think of Horizon as the “new” school!</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">Reflecting on my research and recollections for this article, I am struck by how recent all of this history is and by how dramatic the changes and growth have been in just a few short decades. As the edge of suburbia continues to push north, now past Lafayette and Erie and into the Tri-Towns of Frederick, Firestone, and Dacono, I wonder what the destiny is of the North Metro suburbs where I grew up.</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">My mom and dad sold the house in Northglenn in 1998 to follow a retirement dream and move to the mountains, finding a new home outside of Salida. After my dad passed away in 2014, my mom decided to find a second home in the Denver area. She found a quiet little house in Old Town Erie in 2015. I asked her if she felt there were similarities between Erie in 2015 and Northglenn in 1968. Was it a bit of a return to those first days in Colorado when they moved to the edge of the city to a place undergoing rapid growth? “I did notice similarities,” she said. “Moving to Erie in 2015 was a lot like moving to Northglenn in 1968.”</span></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s2">And time marches on. </span></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-66992 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Screenshot_20230907_092438_AliExpress-786x1024.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="391" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Screenshot_20230907_092438_AliExpress-786x1024.jpeg 786w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Screenshot_20230907_092438_AliExpress-230x300.jpeg 230w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Screenshot_20230907_092438_AliExpress-768x1001.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Screenshot_20230907_092438_AliExpress.jpeg 1080w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><b>Alpaca Connection<br />
</b>1334 Pearl St, Boulder<br />
303-447-2047<br />
<a href="http://www.thealpacaconnection.com">thealpacaconnection.com</a><br />
<b>The Pick:</b> Sharon Hand Embroidery Coat<br />
A luxurious alpaca wool coat with intricate embroidery, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern style.<br />
<b>Who It’s For:</b> Fashion-Forward and Ethically-Conscious Consumers,<br />
<em><strong>Other Services</strong>: Alpaca Clothing, Boutique Favorites, Unique Gifts, Accessories, Menswear</em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-66995 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/DSC_1494-HDR.jpg" alt="" width="363" height="242" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/DSC_1494-HDR.jpg 576w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/DSC_1494-HDR-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 363px) 100vw, 363px" /></p>
<p class="p6"><b>Aspen Winds<br />
</b>1051 Fall River Court, Estes Park<br />
970-586-6010<br />
<a href="https://www.aspenwinds.com/">aspenwinds.com</a><br />
<b>The Pick:</b> Spa Suites at Aspen Winds<br />
A serene and luxurious retreat in the majestic Rocky Mountains, offering the perfect blend of comfort and natural beauty.<br />
<b>Who It’s For: </b>Nature Lover Seeking Relaxation and Luxury<br />
<em>Other Services: One Bedroom Suites, Two Bedroom Suites, The Loft Suite, Guest Suite, Gift Certificates, Specials &amp; Packages</em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-66997 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Boulder-DBI-1024x660.jpg" alt="" width="444" height="286" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Boulder-DBI-1024x660.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Boulder-DBI-300x193.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Boulder-DBI-768x495.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Boulder-DBI.jpg 1256w" sizes="(max-width: 444px) 100vw, 444px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><b>Boulder DBI<br />
</b>1942 Broadway, Suite 30, Boulder<br />
303-449-3774<br />
<a href="https://boulderdowntown.com/">boulderdowntown.com</a><br />
<b>The Pick:</b> “Boulder Alley Gallery”<br />
An outdoor gallery transforming alley and back-of-building doors into canvases for local artists.<br />
<b>Who It’s For:</b><i> </i>Urban Art Explorer – for those immersing in vibrant street art<br />
<em>Other Services: “Student Banner Project,” “Tulip Fairy &amp; Elf Festival,” “Summer Tebo Train Rides,” “Bands on the Bricks,” “Pearl Street Arts Fest,” “Downtown Boulder Fall Fest,” “Munchkin Masquerade,” “Light Up the Holidays”</em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-66998 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Boulder-drum.jpg" alt="" width="489" height="274" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Boulder-drum.jpg 500w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Boulder-drum-300x168.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 489px) 100vw, 489px" /></p>
<p class="p6"><b>Boulder Drum Shop<br />
</b>3070 28th Street, Ste. D, Boulder<br />
303-402-0122<br />
<a href="https://www.boulderdrumshop.com/">boulderdrumshop.com</a><br />
<b>The Pick:</b> Yamaha Drums<br />
Yamaha Drums from Boulder Drum Shop, known for exceptional quality and durability, perfect for any genre.<br />
<b>Who It’s For:</b> Rhythm Maestro – for drummers seeking precision and versatility in their beats<br />
<em>Other Services: Array of drums and ethnic percussion instruments, lessons, wide range of brands including Sonor, Pacific, Pearl, Ludwig</em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-66999 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/bricks-and-market.png" alt="" width="209" height="372" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/bricks-and-market.png 384w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/bricks-and-market-169x300.png 169w" sizes="(max-width: 209px) 100vw, 209px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><b>Bricks and Market<br />
</b>512 4th Ave #103, Longmont<span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span><br />
720-680-0555<br />
<a href="https://www.bricksretail.com/">bricksretail.com</a><br />
<b>The Pick:</b><span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>Sip and Shop!<br />
Toast to holiday cheer while finding the perfect presents – because shopping for joy should be as delightful as giving it. Explore Bricks and BMarket to find various gift options perfect for anyone on your list!<br />
<b>Who It’s For:</b><span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>Ideal for the holiday enthusiast who believes that every successful shopping spree deserves a celebratory cocktail!<br />
<em>Other Services: Gift wrapping, holiday events, gift baskets</em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67000 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/candlewood-suites.jpg" alt="" width="452" height="216" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/candlewood-suites.jpg 959w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/candlewood-suites-300x143.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/candlewood-suites-768x367.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 452px) 100vw, 452px" /></p>
<p class="p6"><b>Candlewood Suites<br />
</b>1340 Dry Creek Drive Longmont,<br />
303-4851950<br />
<a href="https://www.ihg.com/candlewood/hotels/us/en/reservation">ihg.com/candlewood</a><br />
<b>The Pick:</b> Extended Stay Suites<br />
Comfortable and luxurious suites with fully equipped kitchenettes, ideal for long stays.<br />
<b>Who It’s For:</b><i> </i>Long-term Traveler – for those seeking home comforts during extended trips<br />
<em>Other Services: On-site laundry, free internet, fitness center, outdoor grill, pet-friendly accommodations, Lending Locker</em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67002 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/home-for-the-holidays-721x1024.jpg" alt="" width="268" height="381" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/home-for-the-holidays-721x1024.jpg 721w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/home-for-the-holidays-211x300.jpg 211w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/home-for-the-holidays-768x1091.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/home-for-the-holidays.jpg 828w" sizes="(max-width: 268px) 100vw, 268px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><b>Colorado in a Basket<br />
</b>199 Summit Way, Erie<br />
303-664-1401,<br />
<a href="https://coloradobaskets.com/">coloradobaskets.com</a><br />
<b>The Pick:</b> Colorado Gift Basket<br />
Introducing the exquisite Nutcracker gift basket. Priced at $120, filled with Colorado chocolates, maple kettle corn, nutcracker whipped honey, custom sugar plum cookie, sugar plum candy cane, chocolate nutcracker, and much more. A delightful choice for anyone on your holiday list, supporting local Colorado vendors.<br />
<b>Who It’s For:</b><i> </i>Ideal for loved ones, employees, co-workers &#8211; perfect for indulging or gifting.<br />
<em>Other Services: Offers worldwide shipping and local delivery.</em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67004 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Crystal-Ski-1024x576.jpg" alt="" width="401" height="226" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Crystal-Ski-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Crystal-Ski-300x169.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Crystal-Ski-768x432.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Crystal-Ski.jpg 1080w" sizes="(max-width: 401px) 100vw, 401px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><b>Crystal Ski<br />
</b>1933 28th Street #101, Boulder<br />
303-449-7669<br />
<a href="https://crystalskishop.com/">crystalskishop.com</a><br />
<b>The Pick:</b> Season-Long Rentals; Skis-Snowboards<br />
Top-of-the-line ski and snowboard rentals for a seamless and exhilarating experience on the slopes.<br />
<b>Who It’s For:</b> Winter Sports Enthusiast – for those passionate about hitting the slopes with style<br />
<em>Other Services: Ski and snowboard tuning, repairs, binding mounts, summer water sports rentals like kayaks, SUPs, and tubes</em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67005 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/energy-arts.jpg" alt="" width="283" height="350" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/energy-arts.jpg 504w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/energy-arts-242x300.jpg 242w" sizes="(max-width: 283px) 100vw, 283px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><b>Energy Arts<br />
</b>1602 9th Ave, Longmont<br />
303-990-8990<br />
<a href="https://www.energyarts.com/">energyarts.com<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></a><br />
<b>The Pick:</b> Taoist Breathing for Tai Chi and Meditation<br />
A journey to EMBODY the Dao. Existing for more than 2,000 years, now in 250 languages, the Daodejing (Tao Te Ching) is a timeless classic. 10 years in the making and from a true insider’s perspective, passed to current Lineage Holder Bruce K. Frantzis by Liu Hung Chieh in the original oral tradition: “These are the words&#8230;This is what they mean&#8230;This is how to do what is proposed.” &#8211; Liu Hung Chieh, Daoist Sage<br />
<b>Who It’s For:</b> For those seeking wisdom: the Way and the Power, the philosopher in the family, and everyone you know with a spiritual bent<br />
<em>Other Services: Qigong, Tai Chi, Meditation, Ba Gua, Hsing-i, and Dao Yoga live classes, online programs, books, and ancient discs known as DVDs</em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67006 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/10355583_964209450269338_4844455959634988037_o-1024x798.jpg" alt="" width="371" height="289" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/10355583_964209450269338_4844455959634988037_o-1024x798.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/10355583_964209450269338_4844455959634988037_o-300x234.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/10355583_964209450269338_4844455959634988037_o-768x598.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/10355583_964209450269338_4844455959634988037_o-1536x1196.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/10355583_964209450269338_4844455959634988037_o.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 371px) 100vw, 371px" /></p>
<p class="p9"><b>Eric Olson Master Jeweler<br />
</b>820 Main St #107, Louisville<br />
303-604-0240<br />
<a href="https://www.master-jeweler.com/">master-jeweler.com</a><br />
<b>The Pick: </b>Long’s Peak &amp; The Flatirons Pendants<br />
These pendants are not just jewelry; they’re wearable art, capturing the essence of Boulder’s iconic landscapes with meticulous craftsmanship.<br />
<b>Who It’s For:</b> Nature-Enthusiast and Artisan Jewelry Admirer<br />
<em>Other Services: Bridal Jewelry, Colored Stone Jewelry, Modern Designs, Hand Engraving, One-of-a-Kind Creations</em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67007 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/JAX-1024x603.png" alt="" width="409" height="241" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/JAX-1024x603.png 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/JAX-300x177.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/JAX-768x453.png 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/JAX.png 1490w" sizes="(max-width: 409px) 100vw, 409px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><b>Jax Outdoor Gear<br />
</b>900 South Highway 287, Lafayette<br />
720-266-6160<br />
<a href="https://jaxgoods.com/">jaxgoods.com</a><br />
<b>The Pick:</b> Local Artisan Products<br />
A collection of unique items crafted by local artisans, from bespoke outdoor gear to handcrafted farm and ranch supplies.<br />
<b>Who It’s For</b>: Local Explorer – for those appreciating the quality and authenticity of locally-made products<br />
<em>Other Services: Gear rentals, classes for outdoor adventures, top brand products, coffee bars, ice cream, and activities for kids</em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-67008 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Larkridge.jpeg" alt="" width="487" height="325" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Larkridge.jpeg 1000w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Larkridge-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Larkridge-768x512.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 487px) 100vw, 487px" /></p>
<p class="p6"><b>Larkridge Outdoor Retail Regional Center<br />
</b>16542 Washington Street, Thornton<span class="Apple-converted-space"><br />
</span>303-595-9919<br />
<a href="https://shoplarkridge.com/">shoplarkridge.com</a><br />
Your destination for shopping, dining, entertainment, and everyday services with more than 45 retailers. Here’s to a safe, healthy and happy holiday season!Larkridge Shopping Center</p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67009 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Sean-Winter-train-5-1024x668.jpeg" alt="" width="487" height="318" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Sean-Winter-train-5-1024x668.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Sean-Winter-train-5-300x196.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Sean-Winter-train-5-768x501.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Sean-Winter-train-5.jpeg 1080w" sizes="(max-width: 487px) 100vw, 487px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><b>Leadville Train<br />
</b>326 East 7th St, Leadville<br />
866-386-3936<br />
<a href="https://leadvillerailroad.com/">leadville-train.com</a><br />
<b>The Pick: </b>Holiday Express<br />
A magical journey aboard the Holiday Express through a winter wonderland, combining natural beauty with holiday cheer.<br />
<b>Who It’s For: </b>Festive Family – a delightful adventure for holiday-themed outings and picturesque landscapes<br />
<em>Other Services: Daily scenic train rides, Top of the Rockies Zip-Line, pet-friendly rides in spring, summer, and fall</em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67011 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/longmont-downtown-development-1024x280.jpg" alt="" width="695" height="190" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/longmont-downtown-development-1024x280.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/longmont-downtown-development-300x82.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/longmont-downtown-development-768x210.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/longmont-downtown-development.jpg 1152w" sizes="(max-width: 695px) 100vw, 695px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><b>Longmont Downtown Development Authority<br />
</b>320 Main St, Longmont<br />
303-651-8484<br />
<a href="https://www.downtownlongmont.com/">downtownlongmont.com</a><br />
<b>The Pick:</b> <i> </i>Downtown Longmont Gift Card<br />
Downtown Longmont Gift Cards are the perfect gift! Send your loved ones on a choose-your-own-adventure of food, drink, shopping, personal services, and more in downtown Longmont!<br />
<b>Who It’s For: </b>Downtown Longmont Gift Cards are the perfect gift for everyone! With more than 70 participating businesses, everyone on your list will find something they love.<br />
<em>Other Services: Downtown Longmont is your one-stop-shop for everything you need this holiday season!</em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-67010 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Screen-Shot-2023-11-19-at-12.44.58-PM.png" alt="" width="520" height="346" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Screen-Shot-2023-11-19-at-12.44.58-PM.png 912w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Screen-Shot-2023-11-19-at-12.44.58-PM-300x200.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Screen-Shot-2023-11-19-at-12.44.58-PM-768x512.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 520px) 100vw, 520px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><b>Longmont Symphony<br />
</b>515 Kimbark St Suite 105, Longmont<span class="Apple-converted-space"><br />
</span>303-772-5796<br />
<a href="https://longmontsymphony.squarespace.com/">longmontsymphony.squarespace.com</a><br />
<b>The Pick: </b>“Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker” Concert<br />
Embrace the holiday magic with this enchanting concert, transporting you to a world of whimsy and wonder.<br />
<b>Who It’s For: </b>Holiday Magic Seekers, ideal for families and festive season enthusiasts<br />
<em>Other Services: Variety of concerts like “The ‘Gentle’ Nutcracker,” special events like “Maestro Talk: Elliot Moore,” and the “LSO Gala”</em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-67012 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/2022_Furch_Violet_FC.jpeg" alt="" width="319" height="478" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/2022_Furch_Violet_FC.jpeg 667w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/2022_Furch_Violet_FC-200x300.jpeg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 319px) 100vw, 319px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><b>Monkton Guitars<br />
</b>1505 W 1st Ave, STE A, Broomfield<br />
303-484-1271<br />
<a href="https://www.monktonguitars.com/">monktonguitars.com</a><br />
<b>The Pick: </b>Furch Guitars<br />
Furch Guitars offer remarkable sound clarity and exquisite build quality, a testament to musical excellence.<br />
<b>Who It’s For:</b> Passionate Musician – whether strumming at home or on stage<br />
<em>Other Services: Full repair shop, variety of strings, tuners, guitar care accessories, lessons, vintage guitars, amps, and effects</em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-67013 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/jason-leung-714414-unsplash-683x1024.jpg" alt="" width="320" height="480" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/jason-leung-714414-unsplash-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/jason-leung-714414-unsplash-200x300.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/jason-leung-714414-unsplash-768x1152.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/jason-leung-714414-unsplash.jpg 1000w" sizes="(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><b>Out Boulder County<br />
</b>3340 Mitchell Ln, Boulder<br />
303-499-5777<br />
<a href="https://www.outboulder.org/">outboulder.org</a><br />
<b>The Pick:</b> Love<br />
A versatile and welcoming space for events, meetings, and community trainings, fostering inclusivity and community.<br />
<b>Who It’s For:</b> Community Members, Organizers and Event Planners with a Passion for Inclusivity<br />
<em>Other Services: Volunteer Opportunities, Donation Events, Youth Programs, Support Groups, Addiction Recovery Services, and more</em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67014 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/storefront-1024x433.jpg" alt="" width="429" height="181" /></p>
<p class="p6"><b>Paradise Found Records &amp; Music<br />
</b>1646 Pearl Street, Boulder<br />
303-444-1760<br />
<a href="https://paradisefoundrecordsmusic.com/">paradisefoundrecordsmusic.com</a><br />
<b>The Pick: </b>Extensive Collection of CDs and Vinyls<br />
A haven for music enthusiasts, offering a wide selection of both new and used records spanning various genres and eras.<br />
<b>Who It’s For:</b> Music Collectors and Vinyl Enthusiasts<br />
<em>Other Services: In-home record pickup, turntable and stereo equipment repairs, special music orders</em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-67024 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Alice-and-Rose-logo-583x1024.png" alt="" width="128" height="225" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Alice-and-Rose-logo-583x1024.png 583w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Alice-and-Rose-logo-171x300.png 171w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Alice-and-Rose-logo-768x1350.png 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Alice-and-Rose-logo-874x1536.png 874w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Alice-and-Rose-logo.png 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 128px) 100vw, 128px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Alice and Rose Boulder<br />
</b></span><span class="s2">1301 Pennsylvania Ave, Boulder<br />
720-495-4251<br />
<a href="https://www.aliceandrose.com/">aliceandrose.com</a><br />
</span><em><span class="s3">Gift Certificates, Holiday Parties, Catering</span></em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-67025 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/busaba_logo-1024x489.png" alt="" width="193" height="92" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/busaba_logo-1024x489.png 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/busaba_logo-300x143.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/busaba_logo-768x367.png 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/busaba_logo-1536x733.png 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/busaba_logo-2048x977.png 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 193px) 100vw, 193px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Busaba<br />
</b></span><span class="s2">133 S. McCaslin Blvd., Louisville<br />
303-665-0330<br />
<a href="https://www.busabaco.com/">busabaco.com</a><br />
</span><em><span class="s3">Gift Certificates, Holiday Parties, Catering</span></em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67026 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/community-supper-club-logo.png" alt="" width="254" height="47" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/community-supper-club-logo.png 757w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/community-supper-club-logo-300x55.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 254px) 100vw, 254px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Community Supper Club<br />
</b></span><span class="s3">206 S Public Rd, Lafayette<br />
720-890-3793<span class="Apple-converted-space"><br />
</span><a href="https://www.eatatcommunity.com/">eatatcommunity.com</a><br />
</span><em><span class="s3">Gift Certificates, Holiday Parties, Catering</span></em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67027 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/New-Logo-2020.png" alt="" width="204" height="204" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/New-Logo-2020.png 450w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/New-Logo-2020-300x300.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/New-Logo-2020-200x200.png 200w" sizes="(max-width: 204px) 100vw, 204px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Cosmos Pizza<br />
</b></span><span class="s2">3117 28th St, Boulder<br />
659 30th St, Boulder<span class="Apple-converted-space"><br />
</span>303-442-3278<br />
</span><span class="s2">520 W South Boulder Rd, Lafayette<br />
720-598-512<br />
<a href="http://cosmospizza.com/">cosmospizza.com</a><br />
</span><em><span class="s3">Gift Certificates, Holiday Parties, Catering</span></em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67028 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Image-1024x620.png" alt="" width="234" height="142" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Image-1024x620.png 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Image-300x182.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Image-768x465.png 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Image-1536x930.png 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Image-2048x1240.png 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 234px) 100vw, 234px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Dugout<br />
</b></span><span class="s2">149 S Briggs St # 105a, Erie<br />
720-242-8239<br />
<a href="https://www.dugoutgrillandbarerie.com/">dugoutgrillandbarerie.com</a><br />
</span><em><span class="s3">Gift Certificates, Holiday Parties, Catering</span></em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67029 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/hapa-sushi-logo.png" alt="" width="151" height="151" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/hapa-sushi-logo.png 225w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/hapa-sushi-logo-200x200.png 200w" sizes="(max-width: 151px) 100vw, 151px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Hapa Sushi<br />
</b></span><span class="s2">1117 Pearl Street, Boulder<br />
303-835-9748<br />
<a href="https://hapasushi.com/">hapasushi.com</a><br />
</span><em><span class="s3">Gift Certificates, Holiday Parties, Catering</span></em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67030 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/jaipur-logo.png" alt="" width="260" height="65" /></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Jaipur Indian Restaurant<br />
</b></span><span class="s2">1800 Broadway Street, #160, Boulder<br />
303-442-0999<br />
<a href="https://www.jaipurindianrestaurant.com/">jaipurindianrestaurant.com</a><br />
</span><em><span class="s3">Gift Certificates, Holiday Parties, Catering</span></em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67031 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/logo1.png" alt="" width="225" height="110" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/logo1.png 960w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/logo1-300x147.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/logo1-768x377.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Kalita Grill<br />
</b></span><span class="s2">2426 Arapahoe Avenue, Boulder<span class="Apple-converted-space"><br />
</span>303-443-0596<br />
<a href="https://kalitagrill.com/">kalitagrill.com</a><br />
</span><em><span class="s3">Gift Certificates, Holiday Parties, Catering</span></em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67033 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/pauls-coffee-and-tea.jpg" alt="" width="238" height="118" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/pauls-coffee-and-tea.jpg 362w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/pauls-coffee-and-tea-300x149.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 238px) 100vw, 238px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Paul’s Coffee &amp; Tea<br />
</b></span><span class="s2">956 W Cherry St #101, Louisville<br />
720-259-1723<br />
<a href="https://paulscoffeeandtea.com/">paulscoffeeandtea.com</a><br />
</span><em><span class="s3">Gift Certificates, Holiday Parties, Catering</span></em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67034 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/logo.png" alt="" width="239" height="69" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/logo.png 346w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/logo-300x87.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 239px) 100vw, 239px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Pho Café<br />
</b></span><span class="s2">1085 S Public Rd, Lafayette<br />
303-665-0666<br />
<a href="https://phocafelafayette.com/">phocafelafayette.com</a><br />
</span><em><span class="s3">Gift Certificates, Holiday Parties, Catering</span></em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67035 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/RasKassas-Logo-460x120-1.png" alt="" width="257" height="67" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/RasKassas-Logo-460x120-1.png 460w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/RasKassas-Logo-460x120-1-300x78.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 257px) 100vw, 257px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Ras Kassa&#8217;s<br />
</b></span><span class="s2">802 South Public Road, Lafayette<span class="Apple-converted-space"><br />
</span>303-447-2919<br />
<a href="https://www.raskassas.com/">raskassas.com</a><br />
</span><em><span class="s3">Gift Certificates, Holiday Parties, Catering</span></em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67036 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Raza-Fresa-logo-1024x497.jpg" alt="" width="241" height="117" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Raza-Fresa-logo-1024x497.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Raza-Fresa-logo-300x146.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Raza-Fresa-logo-768x373.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Raza-Fresa-logo-1536x746.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Raza-Fresa-logo.jpg 1553w" sizes="(max-width: 241px) 100vw, 241px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Raza Fresa<br />
</b></span><span class="s2">7960 Niwot Rd suite 11-d, Niwot<br />
303-652-3995<span class="Apple-converted-space"><br />
</span><a href="https://www.razafresa.com/">razafresa.com</a><br />
</span><em><span class="s3">Gift Certificates, Holiday Parties, Catering</span></em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67037 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Rumbo-52-Logo-blue.png" alt="" width="197" height="146" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Rumbo-52-Logo-blue.png 512w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Rumbo-52-Logo-blue-300x223.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 197px) 100vw, 197px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Rumbo 52<br />
</b></span><span class="s2">3768 State Hwy 52, Frederick<br />
720-307-4700<br />
<a href="https://rumbo52.com/">rumbo52.com</a><br />
</span><em><span class="s3">Gift Certificates, Holiday Parties, Catering</span></em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67038 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/si-senor-logo.png" alt="" width="202" height="123" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/si-senor-logo.png 728w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/si-senor-logo-300x183.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 202px) 100vw, 202px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Si Señor<br />
</b></span><span class="s2">3120 Village Vista Dr, Erie<br />
720-890-9765<br />
<a href="https://sisenorrealmexicanfood.com/">sisenorrealmexicanfood.com</a><br />
</span><em><span class="s3">Gift Certificates, Holiday Parties, Catering</span></em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67039 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/The-Sink-logo-award-red-with-black-Gwynedd-Bailey-1024x756.png" alt="" width="177" height="131" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/The-Sink-logo-award-red-with-black-Gwynedd-Bailey-1024x756.png 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/The-Sink-logo-award-red-with-black-Gwynedd-Bailey-300x222.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/The-Sink-logo-award-red-with-black-Gwynedd-Bailey-768x567.png 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/The-Sink-logo-award-red-with-black-Gwynedd-Bailey-1536x1134.png 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/The-Sink-logo-award-red-with-black-Gwynedd-Bailey-2048x1513.png 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 177px) 100vw, 177px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>The Sink<br />
</b></span><span class="s2">1165 13th St, Boulder<br />
303-444-7465<br />
<a href="https://www.thesink.com/">thesink.com</a><br />
</span><em><span class="s3">Gift Certificates, Holiday Parties, Catering</span></em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67040 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/smallcakes-logo-circle.png" alt="" width="160" height="137" /></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Small Cakes<br />
</b></span><span class="s2">16810 Sheridan Pkwy #118, Broomfield<br />
720-948-1956<br />
<a href="https://www.smallcakescupcakery.com/">smallcakescupcakery.com</a><br />
</span><em><span class="s3">Gift Certificates, Holiday Parties, Catering</span></em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67041 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/stacys-kitchen-logo.png" alt="" width="173" height="157" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/stacys-kitchen-logo.png 493w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/stacys-kitchen-logo-300x273.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 173px) 100vw, 173px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Stacey’s Kitchen<br />
</b></span><span class="s3">235 Cheesman St, Erie<br />
</span><span class="s2">303-379-9652<br />
<a href="https://www.stacyskitchen.page/"><span class="s3">stacyskitchen.page</span></a><br />
</span><em><span class="s3">Home-style deli and bakery services</span></em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-67045 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Tangerine-logo-white-orange-738x1024.png" alt="" width="175" height="243" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Tangerine-logo-white-orange-738x1024.png 738w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Tangerine-logo-white-orange-216x300.png 216w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Tangerine-logo-white-orange-768x1066.png 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Tangerine-logo-white-orange-1107x1536.png 1107w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Tangerine-logo-white-orange-1476x2048.png 1476w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Tangerine-logo-white-orange.png 1541w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Tangerine Restaurants<br />
</b></span><span class="s2">379 Main St, Longmont<br />
720-815-2888<br />
300 S Public Rd, Lafayette<br />
303.443.2333<span class="Apple-converted-space"><br />
</span>2777 Iris Ave, Boulder<br />
303.443.2333<br />
<a href="https://tangerineeats.com/">tangerineeats.com</a><br />
</span><em><span class="s3">Gift Certificates, Holiday Parties, Catering</span></em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-full wp-image-67043 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Taj-Mahal_logo.png" alt="" width="196" height="48" /></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Taj Mahal III<br />
</b></span><span class="s2">1075 E. S. Boulder Rd., #145, Louisville<br />
</span><span class="s2">303-926-0999<br />
<a href="http://tajmahal3.com/">tajmahal3.com</a><br />
</span><em><span class="s3">Gift Certificates, Holiday Parties, Catering</span></em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67044 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Village-Coffee_Logo.jpg" alt="" width="155" height="155" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Village-Coffee_Logo.jpg 360w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Village-Coffee_Logo-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Village-Coffee_Logo-200x200.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 155px) 100vw, 155px" /></p>
<p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Village Coffee<br />
</b></span><span class="s2">1605 Folsom St, Boulder<br />
303-442-9689<br />
</span><a href="https://www.villagecoffeeshopboulder.com/">villagecoffeeshopboulder.com</a><br />
<em><span class="s3">Gift Certificates, Holiday Parties, Catering</span></em></p>
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<h1>Health &amp; Beauty</h1>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67022 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Blooming-Mssage-Logo-2021.png" alt="" width="162" height="162" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Blooming-Mssage-Logo-2021.png 500w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Blooming-Mssage-Logo-2021-300x300.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Blooming-Mssage-Logo-2021-200x200.png 200w" sizes="(max-width: 162px) 100vw, 162px" /></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s1"><b>Blooming Massage<br />
</b></span><span class="s2">421 21st Ave Ste 2, Longmont<br />
303-827-5101<br />
<a href="https://www.bloomingmassage.com/">bloomingmassage.com</a><br />
</span><span class="s3"><b>The Pick:</b><span class="Apple-converted-space">  </span>60/90 minute Himalayan Salt Stone Massage<br />
</span><span class="s3">Enjoy the holistic healing qualities of Himalayan Salt Stone Massage, melting away stress and tension for a deeper therapeutic experience.<br />
</span><span class="s3"><b>Who It’s For:</b><i> </i>Anyone needing rest and relaxation.<br />
</span><em><span class="s3">Other Services: Variety of massage specialties, enhancements, Gift Certificates available.</span></em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67021 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/logo_black-transparent.png" alt="" width="181" height="164" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/logo_black-transparent.png 510w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/logo_black-transparent-300x272.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 181px) 100vw, 181px" /></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s1"><b>Valar Aesthetics<br />
</b></span><span class="s2">671<span class="Apple-converted-space"> M</span>itchell Way Suite 210, Erie<br />
720-260-4634<br />
<a href="https://www.valarmd.com/">valarmd.com</a><br />
</span><span class="s3"><b>The Pick:</b> AviClear<br />
</span><span class="s3">A permanent acne solution after 3 monthly treatments, ideal for those seeking a change in their skin.<br />
</span><span class="s3"><b>Who It’s For:</b> Everyone suffering from facial acne.<br />
</span><em><span class="s3">Other Services: Injectables, body contouring, laser resurfacing, threads, laser hair removal, tattoo removal, kybella, Gift cards available.</span></em></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-67023 alignleft" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Logo_Rectangular-1_Color-1024x445.png" alt="" width="255" height="111" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Logo_Rectangular-1_Color-1024x445.png 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Logo_Rectangular-1_Color-300x130.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Logo_Rectangular-1_Color-768x334.png 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Logo_Rectangular-1_Color-1536x668.png 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Logo_Rectangular-1_Color-2048x890.png 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 255px) 100vw, 255px" /></p>
<p class="p2"><span class="s1"><b>Amy Francis Fitness<br />
</b></span><span class="s2">Service Mode: Online Classes<br />
210-332-7253<br />
<a href="https://amyfrancisfitness.com/">amyfrancisfitness.com</a><br />
</span><span class="s3"><b>The Pick:</b> Nutritional Coaching &amp; Personal Training<br />
</span>Offer of fitness and health through nutritional coaching and personal training sessions, building long-term habits for body fat loss and muscle gain.<br />
<span class="s3"><b>Who It’s For:</b> Fitness enthusiasts, beginners, athletes, anyone of any age looking to reach their goals.<br />
</span><em><span class="s3">Other Services: Group fitness classes, in-person and virtual, extensive on-demand workout library available 24/7.</span></em></p>
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		<title>Turkeys Pardoned by Governor Polis and First Gentleman Find Forever Home at Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary in Erie, Colorado</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Nov 2023 17:55:05 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Press releases are provided to Yellow Scene Magazine. In an effort to keep our community informed, we publish some press releases in whole. In a groundbreaking event held today at the Governor&#8217;s Mansion in Denver, Colorado, Governor Polis and First Gentleman Marlon Reis hosted the first annual turkey pardoning ceremony, setting a new tradition in motion. Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary, a beacon of compassion for abused and neglected farmed animals, is proud to announce that four fortunate turkeys will find sanctuary and forever homes at Luvin Arms. This year, Luvin Arms was honored to be selected as the sanctuary to</p>
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<p>In a groundbreaking event held today at the Governor&#8217;s Mansion in Denver, Colorado, Governor Polis and First Gentleman Marlon Reis hosted the first annual turkey pardoning ceremony, setting a new tradition in motion. Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary, a beacon of compassion for abused and neglected farmed animals, is proud to announce that four fortunate turkeys will find sanctuary and forever homes at Luvin Arms.</p>
<p>This year, Luvin Arms was honored to be selected as the sanctuary to provide a haven for the pardoned turkeys. Governor Polis, alongside First Gentleman Marlon Reis, emphasized the importance of compassionate living and sustainable choices, highlighting Luvin Arms&#8217; commitment to these values.</p>
<p>Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary, located in Erie, Colorado, is dedicated to providing exceptional lifelong care for abused and neglected farmed animals. The sanctuary not only rescues animals but also serves as a platform to inspire, educate, and empower individuals to embrace a compassionate and sustainable lifestyle. The inclusion of Luvin Arms in the turkey pardoning ceremony aligns seamlessly with the sanctuary&#8217;s mission and values.</p>
<p>Kelly Nix, Luvin Arms&#8217; Managing Director, expressed her gratitude for the opportunity, stating, &#8220;We are honored to be a part of this historic event and provide a loving home for these two pardoned turkeys, and 2 additional rescued turkeys. It&#8217;s heartwarming to see our state&#8217;s leadership promoting compassion.&#8221;</p>
<p>Luvin Arms is thrilled to share this joyful news with the community. The sanctuary extends an invitation to everyone to join in the celebration of compassion and the chance for these turkeys to lead long and happy lives. As ThanksLiving approaches, Luvin Arms encourages individuals to express their gratitude for Governor Polis and First Gentleman Marlon Reis by sponsoring a turkey at the sanctuary. Donations can be made at <a href="https://sponsoraturkey.funraise.org/">https://sponsoraturkey.funraise.org/</a>. The first $2,501 in donations will be matched by a generous, anonymous donor through November 30th, 2023.</p>
<p><strong>About Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary</strong></p>
<p>Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary, located in Erie, Colorado, is a nonprofit organization committed to providing exceptional lifelong care for abused and neglected farmed animals. By sharing the stories of its residents, Luvin Arms aims to inspire, educate, and empower others to adopt a more compassionate and sustainable lifestyle. The sanctuary operates on the principles of Ahimsa &#8211; nonviolence toward all living beings.</p>
<p><strong>For media inquiries, please contact:</strong> Frances Friedland, Development Director, <a href="mailto:frances@luvinarms.org">frances@luvinarms.org</a>, 303-829-4267, or Kelly Nix, Managing Director, <a href="mailto:kelly@luvinarms.org">kelly@luvinarms.org</a>, 303-946-4821</p>
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		<title>French&#8217;s 5 &#124; October 2023</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[French Davis]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2023 22:34:48 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>This month: Five Frightfully Fun Haunted Houses on the Front Range!</p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This month: Five Frightfully Fun Haunted Houses on the Front Range!</span></p>
<p><a href="http://terrorinthecorn.com"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Terror in the Corn</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Erie, <strong>$39+</strong></span></p>
<p><a href="http://terrorinthecorn.com"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-66121" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/terror-in-the-corn_frenchs-5_ys_2023_10.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="680" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/terror-in-the-corn_frenchs-5_ys_2023_10.jpg 1000w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/terror-in-the-corn_frenchs-5_ys_2023_10-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/terror-in-the-corn_frenchs-5_ys_2023_10-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/terror-in-the-corn_frenchs-5_ys_2023_10-768x768.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://hauntedfieldofscreams.com"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Haunted Field of Screams</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Thornton, <strong>$40+</strong></span></p>
<p><a href="http://hauntedfieldofscreams.com"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-66119" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/haunted-field-of-screams_frenchs-5_ys_2023_10.png" alt="" width="680" height="683" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/haunted-field-of-screams_frenchs-5_ys_2023_10.png 996w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/haunted-field-of-screams_frenchs-5_ys_2023_10-300x300.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/haunted-field-of-screams_frenchs-5_ys_2023_10-200x200.png 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/haunted-field-of-screams_frenchs-5_ys_2023_10-768x771.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://slaughtergulch.com"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Slaughter Gulch</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Franktown, <strong>$26</strong></span></p>
<p><a href="http://slaughtergulch.com"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-66120" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/slaughter-gulch_frenchs-5_ys_2023_10.png" alt="" width="680" height="462" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/slaughter-gulch_frenchs-5_ys_2023_10.png 657w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/slaughter-gulch_frenchs-5_ys_2023_10-300x204.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://13thfloorhauntedhouse.com"><span style="font-weight: 400;">13th Floor,</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Denver</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">, <strong>$20+</strong></span></p>
<p><a href="http://13thfloorhauntedhouse.com"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-66117" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/13th-floor_frenchs-5_ys_2023_10.png" alt="" width="680" height="367" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/13th-floor_frenchs-5_ys_2023_10.png 1000w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/13th-floor_frenchs-5_ys_2023_10-300x162.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/13th-floor_frenchs-5_ys_2023_10-768x414.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://thefrightmarecompound.com"><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Frightmare Compound</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Westminster, <strong>$60</strong></span></p>
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		<title>Yellow Scene 2023 Election Guide</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2023 22:30:42 +0000</pubDate>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Local elections are often the most important to your daily life but are not given nearly as much attention as large national events. YS strives to provide a comprehensive guide to the upcoming elections so you can have a voice in how your city, neighborhood, and community are run.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">We ask all candidates running against each other the same questions. However, answers are condensed and summarized when needed to fit our size constraints. Each candidate we have an opinion on is then given status by our election board — <strong>Endorsed, Qualified, Unqualified</strong> — and every race has an endorsement.</span></p>
<p><strong>Editors Note:</strong></p>
<p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">Nothing gets past our readers. They noticed a mistake that slipped into the YS Election Guide and alerted us immediately. </span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">For Broomfield, City Council Ward 1, YS endorses </span><b>Kenny Nguyen.</b></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">YS does not endorse Chriss Hammerschmidt. We actually find her </span><b>Unqualified </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">due to her anti LGBTQ+, anti-abortion, and conspiracy theory views that she would bring to City Council. </span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">We apologize for any confusion for mislabeling this endorsement and want to thank our supporters for quickly pointing this out.</span></em></p>
<p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">In our defense, we were up into the late hours of the night with a flurry of spreadsheets, documents and design layouts to be completed of over 84 candidates and 24 ballot issus — such is the life of a small, independent magazine that still believes in real, local journalism — but take full responsibility for our mistake.</span></em></p>

<h1><b>Colorado Statewide Ballot Measures</b></h1>
<p><b>Proposition II</b> <b>&#8211; Taxes and Tobacco: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Asks voters to either (1) allow the state to retain and spend revenue the state received above the estimated revenue generated from increases taxes on cigarettes and tobacco and nicotine products in Proposition EE or (2) refund $23.65 million to distributors and wholesalers and reduce the tobacco tax rate by 11.53% | </span><b>Vote: <span style="color: #339966;">Yes</span></b></p>
<p><b>Proposition HH &#8211; Taxes and Property:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Reduces the property tax rate; allows the state to retain and spend revenues (that it would otherwise be required to refund to residents under the Colorado Taxpayer&#8217;s Bill of Rights (TABOR)) to give local governments to make up lost tax revenues from the property tax rate reduction | </span><b>Vote: <span style="color: #339966;">Yes</span></b></p>
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<h1><b>Boulder County Ballot Initiatives</b></h1>
<p><b>1A &#8211; Open Space extension: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">A proposal to extend for fifteen years the existing 0.05% countywide sales and use tax for the purpose of acquiring, improving, managing and maintaining open space lands and other open space property interests. | </span><b>Vote: <span style="color: #339966;">Yes</span></b></p>
<p><b>1B &#8211; Affordable Housing Extension:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> A proposal to extend for fifteen years the existing 0.185% countywide sales and use tax for the purposes of funding existing and additional affordable and attainable housing and related supportive services within Boulder County. | </span><b>Vote: <span style="color: #339966;">Yes</span></b></p>
<p><b>6A  &#8211; Nederland EcoPass Public Improvement District extension: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">A proposal for a ballot issue for the November 2023 election to extend for ten years the District’s existing ad valorem property tax mill levy imposed at a rate not to exceed 1.85 mills for the purposes of paying the costs of providing a Regional Transportation District EcoPass to all District residents; and to seek elector authorization for the District to administer an EcoPass program for non-resident employees of employers operating within the District. | </span><b>Vote: <span style="color: #339966;">Yes</span></b></p>
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<h1><b>Broomfield Elections</b></h1>
<h2><b>Broomfield Mayor &#8211; <span style="text-decoration: underline;">UNOPPOSED</span></b></h2>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65987" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Guyleen-Castriotta-200x200.jpeg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Guyleen Castriotta &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">You don&#8217;t see a lot of folks camping in tents. People do live in their vehicles or are living several to a room. It looks different in Broomfield. We offer referrals for services for emergency and transitional housing, mental health if they need it and also in the colder months, we offer hotel vouchers.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Regional Transit Authority (RTD) is underfunded, under-resourced and overprescribed. Broomfield contributes about $17 million a year to RTD. If you&#8217;re transit dependent in Broomfield then then you&#8217;re out of luck and that is the bigger problem. There has to be systemic change in the state to truly create a public transit system that serves everyone.</span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We’re embracing growth, we&#8217;re building and improving as fast as we can. Voters approved an open space tax in perpetuity, and that helped fund a lot of land acquisitions that are going to be conserved and preserved as parks and recreation. But you can&#8217;t walk around &#8211; Broomfield is not a walkable community. It wasn&#8217;t built that way. It&#8217;s the burbs. You need a car here.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">We require all new developers to provide 20 percent of their new for rent units at 60 percent (Adjusted Median Income) or less, or 10% of their for sale units at 60%. We have focused on that as a priority as long as I&#8217;ve been on this council since 2017. We&#8217;ve already built 9,700 units in three years. </span></li>
<li><b>Education: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I doubt local governments can fill the gap. The schools are funded by a completely different taxing system in Colorado. It&#8217;s through property taxes. Cities and counties, and we&#8217;re both, are facing a lot of sticker shock as well. The cost of our capital improvements, pipes, labor, you name it, has tripled since before the pandemic.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">We have mental health co-responders that go on calls. We have red flag laws or risk protection orders that allow folks to report someone who may be trying to harm themselves or others with firearms and get those firearms removed. We are utilizing part of our cannabis sales tax revenue to fund behavioral health programs in our schools.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br />
</span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>Broomfield City Council &#8211; Ward 1</b></h2>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-50365" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Chriss-Hammerschmidt_Election-Guide_YellowScene_2021_10-scaled-e1634857950447-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Chriss-Hammerschmidt_Election-Guide_YellowScene_2021_10-scaled-e1634857950447-150x150.jpg 150w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Chriss-Hammerschmidt_Election-Guide_YellowScene_2021_10-scaled-e1634857950447-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Chriss-Hammerschmidt_Election-Guide_YellowScene_2021_10-scaled-e1634857950447-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Chriss-Hammerschmidt_Election-Guide_YellowScene_2021_10-scaled-e1634857950447-768x767.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Chriss-Hammerschmidt_Election-Guide_YellowScene_2021_10-scaled-e1634857950447.jpg 1516w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Chriss Hammerschmidt</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">They&#8217;ve done a good job with homelessness in Broomfield. They now have a voucher program so that people who need housing can get housing. The police department is really good at assessing the situation. I think they&#8217;re a vital part of that program.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I attended a transportation forum the other day and I think Broomfield has a pretty good handle on it. They work pretty closely with CDOT. I know there&#8217;s been some problems with Highway 7 and I-25 Corridor, but that&#8217;s just the lack of funds. The thing I see as a problem is just the funding, like the RTD light rail system that&#8217;s taken a long time, they&#8217;ve overcharged.</span></li>
<li><b>Development: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Broomfield was a small home community and it&#8217;s no longer that. The character changes as the population increases or decreases. We&#8217;ve had droughts forever here because we&#8217;re a semi-arid, arid part of the United States. We need to be really careful with our water supply and what I like to see is that we slow down a little bit. </span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: People on fixed incomes are really feeling the pinch, we have to be really careful about how we subsidize housing. We don&#8217;t want to make it less affordable for some people just to make it more affordable for other people.</span></li>
<li><b>Education: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">My kids went to five-star schools and I never saw problems, but I just have to look at that a little bit more.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I think a lot of our problems go back to either drugs or childhood abuse or even elderly abuse. We need to focus on helping people find out what the problem is in their lives, that would go a long way to helping crime. You have to enforce laws, there has to be consequences. That&#8217;s how you have a civil society. It&#8217;s worked for a long time and we need to get back to the basics.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66002" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Kenny-Nguyen-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Kenny-Nguyen-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Kenny-Nguyen-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Kenny-Nguyen-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Kenny-Nguyen-768x767.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Kenny-Nguyen.jpg 1366w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Kenny Nguyen &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h3>
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<li><b>Unhoused: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">We can help homelessness with affordable housing and better wages, because the reality is that people are just unable to afford homes. We need more housing units to help people make sure that they can afford a home and have options so they can purchase or even rent homes or apartments.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">The reality is that we don&#8217;t have public transit that supports us. A lot of folks use RTD, I use RTD. Unfortunately, it’s not accessible for a lot of Broomfielders. We want to make sure Broomfield is on the Green Path of carbon emissions. I would also encourage more charging stations for electric vehicles.</span></li>
<li><b>Development: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">My goal is more density in units. We need to focus on apartment complexes, duplexes, and townhomes that are maybe not as large but they are more attainable and affordable.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Folks are seeing crippling effects of inflation and interest rates. We have to increase wages, make sure that people can afford those homes. There’s crippling inflation and interest rates, people buy a home and they&#8217;re unable to afford a mortgage.</span></li>
<li><b>Education: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Working with our local schools, teacher unions, and our educators to fund programs that are fair. We have to work together from local, state and federal and ideally, find the right partnerships. How do we get more pre-K teachers and educators?</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">We have to find better ways to address gun violence. Having mental health providers, police officers on patrol, and de-escalation. We&#8217;ve had some successful gun control legislation like red flag laws and getting guns from people who are more dangerous. I would also invite experts, police officers, folks to brainstorm together.</span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>Broomfield City Council &#8211; Ward 2</b></h2>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66013" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Paloma-Delgadillo-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Paloma-Delgadillo-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Paloma-Delgadillo-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Paloma-Delgadillo-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Paloma-Delgadillo-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Paloma-Delgadillo-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Paloma-Delgadillo-2048x2048.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Paloma Delgadillo &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I believe in funding our health and human services department and ensuring people who are unhoused, and those being on the brink of being unhoused, are able to access free services. I want to ensure that we are not making homelessness a crime, luckily this is the case. In Broomfield, if someone is camped out where they should not be camped out, it does not lead to criminal punishment.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I am on the record of supporting denser development. It&#8217;s necessary not only to have regulatory solutions, but also to have more people. There are people who cannot afford a car, much less two cars for a household and so I think expanding public transportation is extremely important for us.</span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Our goal is about 40% open space. Having access to the outdoors, open space, is beneficial for people and public health. We have plenty of single family options, I would argue that what we don&#8217;t have is townhouses and more of those denser developments.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Safe and dignified housing is a human right. It’s unconscionable the inequality we have in America. Obviously, that is not something under my control as a city council member. However, I do support continuing to fund those public services and public utilities that help improve people&#8217;s quality of life.</span></li>
<li><b>Education: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I would defer a more robust answer for school board candidates and people who are much more informed about this. I would point to funding community services such as library programs, making sure that we have low cost and free preschool available to young families.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I believe in the Second Amendment and I do believe that we need common sense regulations. I think it&#8217;s impossible to ignore the link that poverty and a scarcity of resources have a detrimental effect on mental health. Giving people access to safe housing is important to ensure they are taken care of. </span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>Broomfield City Council &#8211; Ward 3</b></h2>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65994" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Jean-Lim-e1697759644541-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Jean-Lim-e1697759644541-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Jean-Lim-e1697759644541.jpg 275w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Jean Lim &#8211; </b><b>ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">In Broomfield when a resident or someone is concerned about an unhoused person, they can report it to the city and a cross-sectional team goes out to see if they can assist that unhoused person. That team effort has been successful so far in trying to find the unhoused person the resources that that person needs to find housing somewhere and to otherwise be set on a better path to sustainability. </span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Public transit is essential to meeting not only the needs of those who have to commute to work and in and out of Broomfield, it’s essential to meet our green greenhouse gas goals, which we set in 2020 in Broomfield. Our BRT service has not developed fully yet. We need BRT service on Colorado 7. </span></li>
<li><b>Development: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">We have a process of reviewing development in Broomfield which keeps the character while at the same time providing for housing needs. We have recently revamped a lot of the code which had not been reviewed for a long time, as far as zoning landscape code, where parking and biking requirements. </span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I&#8217;m very proud of the efforts that council has made with our inclusionary housing ordinance. We have secured funding from residential developers for either the on site units or for cash in lieu. For cash in lieu, we have established the Broomfield Housing Alliance which will use to look at developments in Broomfield that can address the needs of our demographics.</span></li>
<li><b>Education: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Colorado preschool initiative as a statewide initiative, it was adopted on the premise that the state would be able to fund it and Broomfield has six school districts. Broomfield has never been in the service of providing education, so I don&#8217;t think that Broomfield has a role in this statewide initiative.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">We have enhanced our mental health services that are available to Broomfield residents, in particular in the past four years through the pandemic. We have made use of the funding grant and internal funding grants and now the opioid money that&#8217;s available to enhance mental health resources for Broomfield residents.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b>Peter Crous<img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66015" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Peter-B.-Crouse-200x200.jpeg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Peter-B.-Crouse-200x200.jpeg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Peter-B.-Crouse-300x300.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Peter-B.-Crouse-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Peter-B.-Crouse-768x769.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Peter-B.-Crouse.jpeg 1439w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />e</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I don&#8217;t have a plan for homelessness. The answer to homelessness is a multi-jurisdictional question that&#8217;s going to involve the resources of cities, counties, states and actually the federal government. It also has to do with health care in the country, which I don&#8217;t view as being as complete as it should be.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">We have to build appropriate density. Density allows living near retail so people can shop and walk without having to travel great distances, density allows people to park their cars, to ride their bikes, and to walk. The word density is a boogeyman, it creates fear in people. When they hear density, they think poverty, crime, crowding and I don&#8217;t think those align.</span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: There are those who would like to make Colorado so expensive that you build a financial fence around Colorado. I don&#8217;t think that that&#8217;s the right way to approach population growth. If you look at 96</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">th</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Avenue in Broomfield, that is a model development of how we can move forward to provide adequate housing that&#8217;s affordable, as well as putting it around workplaces so that you have workforce housing and people don&#8217;t have to travel great distances to work. </span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We have to be very careful about what kind of municipal laws we pass regarding housing standards and electricity. We have got to ultimately move away from hydrocarbons, because the air pollution that comes with hydrocarbons has negative consequences. We want to reduce that air pollution. The move to electrify things has consequences in housing cost, you have to be careful.</span></li>
<li><b>Education: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I don&#8217;t think local governments should be expected to fill that gap. I think that unfunded state mandate is one of the things causing friction between the municipalities and the state level government right now. I&#8217;m not sure how to address that unfunded mandate.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">The responsibility for controlling guns is going to come down to voters in this country and voting in national politicians that align with their views on gun control. I really don&#8217;t think that the local communities are gonna have a lot to do with gun control. I don&#8217;t have a magic bullet answer on what to do about mental health issues. It&#8217;s so tied to families, poverty and poverty is so generational.</span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>Broomfield City Council &#8211; Ward 4</b></h2>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66005" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Laurie-Anderson-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Laurie Anderson &#8211; </b><b>ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">  Continue providing a more tailored approach to the unhoused, working with unhoused individuals on a case by case basis to figure out where they are from and what they need to get back on their feet. Broomfield’s unhoused population is low, so we should use this to our advantage by providing this more tailored, personalized approach.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Those before us have done good work to begin expanding public transit and walkability, we should continue this work. We have walkable developments, more bus stops and expanded RTD coverage in development, hopefully to be completed in the next couple of years. We need to work to keep these projects on track. </span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We need to build developments with unique character, such as the upcoming town square.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of Living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Broomfield has already done work on figuring out what affordable housing is needed and how to provide more of it. We should follow the work that came before and stay on this course to provide affordable housing for Broomfield families. We have homes in the pipeline, we are building for density and plan to have RTD coverage by 2026.</span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Advocate with the state to ensure that the most needy families are prioritized, and seek more funding for early education.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Identify when someone is having a mental health crisis as opposed to committing a crime, and expand programs and services to assist people undergoing mental health crises. Right now, our biggest issue with regards to mental health is lack of resources. Most of this is handled at the state level, so we must advocate for more state support and resources.</span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>Broomfield City Council &#8211; Ward 5</b></h2>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65961" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Adam-Gobetti-200x200.png" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Adam Gobetti &#8211; UNQUALIFIED</b></h3>
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<li><b>Unhoused: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">We need to help the unhoused population, not just tuck them into a corner and forget about them. The issue really comes down to mental health. We already have mental health resources, we need to do a better job of informing people and expanding access. We need to do targeted investments to improve these resources. Do what we can to make sure people don’t wind up unhoused in the first place.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We need to focus on what can be done at a municipal level, such as advocating for smarter design and working with RTD and county authorities to encourage more public transportation. </span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We need to be careful with what we build and why, and focus on growing slowly. </span></li>
<li><b>Cost of Living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Affordability/Cost of Living: We need to spend less money on big projects and focus on saving money for Broomfield families. To do this, we need to reduce taxes for those in Broomfield. We need to make it less expensive to live and do business in Broomfield. Don’t add costs to housing and don’t make it more difficult for builders to create housing. </span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Education is a matter for the school board, not the city council. This doesn’t mean that nothing can be done, but it means that city council is incredibly limited in this area.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Mental health drives a lot of other issues, such as crime and suicide. Broomfield’s police department is fantastic and needs to be supported. We need to invest in solutions to mental health and crime problems that aren’t entirely police oriented.</span></li>
</ul>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-65989 size-thumbnail" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Heidi-Henkel-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" /></p>
<h3><b>Heidi Henkel &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h3>
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<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> There are a number of compounding issues behind this problem that need to be addressed. We need to expand affordable housing, mortgage assistance, and other housing support services so that people who are struggling don’t slip into homelessness. We need to get the unhoused wrap-around support services they need, such as mental and physical health care.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Work on rezoning to improve walkability and public transportation, reduce parking spaces, increase walkability between commercial and residential areas. This is all about planning, we need to build with walkability and public transit in mind first and foremost. If you build density, transportation will come.</span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> The key to this is public input. If we are people powered, we’ll be able to build smartly and preserve Broomfields unique character. People are moving to Broomfield because of affordability, open spaces, and the tech scene, among other factors. We need to keep all of these in mind while growing and developing.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of Living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We should build partnerships to develop more affordable housing, reduce cost of living and support Broomfield families. Broomfield should retain its land use authority because it can move quickly to build affordable housing. We need to work to make home ownership more attainable for people, and work regionally to raise the minimum wage across Boulder County and surrounding counties. </span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We need to provide more preschool and childcare resources for Broomfield families. </span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Work at the state level to pass a bill requiring firearm education before any firearm purchase. This will significantly increase gun safety, and weed out people who are looking to purchase a firearm just to hurt others. Make sure people are keeping their firearms locked up, and work to reduce firearms being stolen from cars and homes. Expand red flag laws to ensure that people going through a mental health crisis have some sort of intervention before purchasing a firearm.</span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>Broomfield Ward 5</b><b> (Recall) | Vote: <span style="color: #ff0000;">No</span></b></h2>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66037" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Todd-Cohen-200x200.png" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Todd Cohen &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We have a robust Human Services Department that provides services. The city also has a hotel voucher program to temporarily get people out of public spaces and provide shelter especially in times of severe weather.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We can pressure RTD to live up to their promises, they have failed. We&#8217;re unfortunately a public transit desert in many ways. I would like to see more safe, dedicated bike lanes rather than relying on paint on a pavement.</span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Stick to our 40% open lands goal. It provides spaces for both mental health spaces and wildlife. We are emphasizing density, particularly in the Highway 7 corridor. The future is more townhomes, more dense housing developments around transit areas.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of Living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Beyond the basic problem of supply and demand, we need more housing. The market is not going to solve that. It&#8217;s partly the density that you require, we need to build our way out of this with more housing options.</span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> The state doesn&#8217;t have enough resources for schools, roads, or sewers. It doesn&#8217;t have enough resources for preschool. Unfortunately, TABOR has starved schools, roads, and education to a Mississippi level.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> young people are not feeling hopeful at all, and if you don&#8217;t have hope you turn to other means. Lockdown drills, home prices out of reach, student loans making college unrealistic, why is it surprising that we have mental health challenges and anxiety?</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66006" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Maria-Boutrous-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Maria Boutrous &#8211; UNQUALIFIED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We need to take an individualized, tailored approach, by providing mental health and economic support services to the people that need it. Many with mental health issues, such as schizophrenics, are chronically unhoused, and we need to focus on giving them the support and resources they need.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Broomfield has been giving RTD money for years without a noticeable increase in service. We need to reevaluate where our money is going, and what will have the best impact on increasing public transit availability. Crime puts a big damper on public transit use, so by combating crime we would encourage more people to use public transit. </span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We need to be smart about developing the last twenty percent of available land in Broomfield, as the city’s large amount of open space is one of the main things that draws people to the city.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of Living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We need to reduce the mill levy, and other taxes and regulations that make it difficult for builders to create housing in Broomfield. This will increase the amount of affordable housing, specifically middle housing like townhomes, and reduce cost of living for average families. Specifically, we need to target  high property taxes that make life more expensive for Broomfield families.</span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> This is not something the city council can realistically address, this issue is best left to the school board. </span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Crime is a huge mental health burden on Broomfield families. We could do a lot to address the mental health crisis by reducing property crime, such as vehicle thefts, so families have less to worry about, and by fighting to lower the cost of living. In order to reduce crime, we need to work with Broomfield police and give them the resources and support they need.</span></li>
</ul>
<hr />
<h1><b>Boulder Elections</b></h1>
<h2><b>Boulder Mayor</b></h2>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65959" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Aaron-Brockett-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Aaron Brockett &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We need more permanent housing to get people off the street and provide wraparound substance abuse and mental health services. We should also create programs with transitional choices like tiny home villages which are proving to be successful in Denver. We can help pay for this with funding from proposition 123 which was passed last year and provides millions of dollars for homelessness supportive services.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We need to move in a sustainable direction by creating more “15 minute neighborhoods,” where people can walk, bike, and take the bus to most of their daily needs. We are working to accomplish that by rezoning some of our old strip malls and business parks, so they become vibrant, mixed-use neighborhoods. We got a $25 million grant to increase transportation between Longmont and Boulder. I will seek out every opportunity to add transit options and bike infrastructure if I&#8217;m re-elected.</span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> It&#8217;s about locating denser development in places that can support it, where there are services, bikeability, and transit. That goes to some of the rezoning I&#8217;ve been talking about, but some of that new development can really create beautiful communities. You can add new development in ways that actually enhance a community&#8217;s character.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We have to create substantial affordable housing. Right now we are working on projects to clear out  regulatory obstacles to more affordable and attainable housing, and I am in full support of those. The rezoning that I was talking about will come with a 25% affordable housing requirement. We can expect substantial amounts of affordable housing from that. We also have to look at changing permit and fee structures so that affordable housing is easier to create.</span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I have been disappointed at the rolling back of universal preschool programs. We had a positive alternative in the potential creation of an early childhood education district, but I was disappointed that they didn&#8217;t move forward. One thing we can do at the municipal level is to provide support for early childcare expenses. Our Human Services department has a child care affordability fund that we use to support small family-owned childcare, as well as people who need help paying for childcare.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Better mental health support is critical. Currently Colorado ranks 49th in terms of funding and it affects everybody in the community, people with houses, people without houses, youths, and seniors, everyone. We need to partner with our nonprofit and county governments to provide additional resources and funding. The largest cause of gun violence is suicides. We need to provide mental health resources to help keep that from happening.</span></li>
<li><b>Policing:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I was excited to support the Reimagine Policing program. It moves us away from primarily arresting people who commit crimes and more into a focus of how to prevent crimes from happening in the first place. So it puts police more in a partnership with the community and finding out the reasons why crime is happening and working toward changing the environment such that it won&#8217;t reoccur in the future.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65968" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Bob-Yates-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Bob Yates </b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I put together an eight point plan that addresses some problems and consequences of homelessness in Boulder. We need to be compassionate and provide services that unhoused people need — mental health treatments, substance-abuse treatment, temporary and permanent housing. We need to be sensitive to community values because we have homeless people living in parks and other public spaces, which is illegal and unhealthy for them and for our housed community. </span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Our public transportation is operated by the regional transit district, the RTD. The city does operate one bus line, the HOP, and we&#8217;ve had discussions over the last few years about possibly expanding the HOP bus lines, because RTD is simply not able to provide adequate transit service to our community.</span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Boulder&#8217;s growth within the last 20 years has been very slow and steady. We add about 200 to 300 housing units per year. About half of those incremental units that have been added in the last few years have been permanently affordable and are restricted for low income families. So we have been growing very slowly but steadily.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> There are a number of state and federal programs that help the city create permanent affordable housing for families with low income at or below 60% area median income. If a family makes 70%, there are no such programs. The city needs to be creative. One program I put together with the former mayor was a middle income down payment assistance program.</span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> This is a state program, so I&#8217;m not sure it&#8217;s appropriate. The city is not involved with education. I think it&#8217;s great that the state has stepped in to provide some preschool education, but the city is not in a position to get into the education business to fund education services. This is something the city should not be involved in. We should leave that to the school district and to the state.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Colorado ranks at or near the bottom of mental health funding compared to other states. The city doesn&#8217;t have a health department and so while the city can certainly be helpful in various ways, we need to look to the state and the county to provide treatment. For gun violence, I am proud of the fact during my years on council, we passed two sets of gun gun violence prevention measures.</span></li>
<li><b>Policing:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I am happy with the plan. It passed unanimously a couple weeks ago and that tells you a lot. There&#8217;s not a whole lot that nine members of the council can agree on, and I think that&#8217;s a tribute to the police chief, and I think it&#8217;s a tribute to the process. I was part of that process of community engagement understanding what it is that the community expects from the police department. It is my understanding that the understanding police plan that we approved a couple weeks ago is being held up nationally as a role model.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66012" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Nicole-Speer-200x200.png" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Nicole Speer &#8211; QUALIFIED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> My plan is to focus on evidence based solutions to end homelessness. There are a few things we know that work, one of them is prevention focused, and it is providing cash emergency assistance to people who are on the verge of becoming homeless. You can, for relatively small amounts of money, actually prevent somebody from falling into homelessness.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I would advocate for moving towards universal design standards for our streets. Which go beyond ADA accessibility. Maybe neurological disorders, sensory processing disorder and mental illness. Make more spaces for them, like how we provide ample seating for people who can&#8217;t really walk very far before they take a break. How are we using trees and plants to dampen noise and provide shade for cooler spaces. Those are things I’d push for.</span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I&#8217;ve been here almost 20 years and you know, the character has changed quite a bit. We have gotten quite a bit wealthier, housing prices have gone up quite a bit. A lot of the homes are doubling in size. I think we need to think about how we want to change moving forward. Are we comfortable with that change? Is this what we really want to be?</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> One thing is to increase the amount of affordable housing. We are beginning to look at — and I am fully in support — is putting housing fees on single family homes that are doing additions or large renovations. Homes that are getting bigger. These homes that I just complained about above are changing the character of our neighborhoods.</span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I was a little disappointed that our county commissioners did not choose to pursue the creation of a child care district. I think that is an interesting solution to some of the childcare issues we&#8217;re facing, and I would really like to see that revisited in the coming years.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> At a local level we&#8217;re doing what we can to restrict availability of guns. We really need some sensible gun safety legislation. As far as Mental health goes, I always think it&#8217;s important to remember most people with mental illnesses are not committing crime, and also people with mental illnesses are more likely to be victims of crimes. We are one of the lowest when it comes to mental health care. I would love to see the county and state invest more in mental health services, a lot of it comes down to prevention.</span></li>
<li><b>Policing:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Where the Reimagine Policing policy ought to be taking us is to where we&#8217;re partnering with the community to reduce crime and reduce the need for police intervention. That is where I see the role evolving to prevent crime. More investment in social services. If you have enough money to put food on the table, we know there is no reason to go try and steal food from the grocery store. We know that investments really make a difference.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66014" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Paul-Tweedlie-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Paul Tweedlie &#8211; UNQUALIFIED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> You can make a distinction between the homeless, who are raised in Boulder, and have fallen on hard times, and they have been helped by the city’s housing department. I think it&#8217;s like six people. Transients, illegal camps, these guys don&#8217;t belong in Boulder, they need to leave.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I think there are some problems. I was excited to see a new route has been added and also I see encouraging signs like E-bikes around town and now E-scooters. We need to make sure we have safe bike and foot paths where people can get to where they need to be. </span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> There&#8217;s the super rich who come from out of state with millions, if not billions, and that puts pressure on the housing market. What we really need is low income housing so that the people who work in Boulder can live in Boulder. So I would try to encourage the development of  low income housing.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> There&#8217;s not much you can do about the rising cost of living. There&#8217;s a 600 acre area just north and east of the city which you know can be chopped up and then we can develop that area for more low income housing. The first thing would be to follow the plan that&#8217;s already in place.</span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> It sounds like a failing for families. I don&#8217;t know what to do, the housing and school system are already under a lot of pressure. I’d encourage more home schools, I&#8217;d support these programs.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Crime is a real problem and it&#8217;s highly associated with drugs. There is such an access to drugs. Fentanyl is killing our kids. Absolutely heartbreaking. To address the crime I think we first need to address illegal drugs.</span></li>
<li><b>Policing:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> It was a great plan. They&#8217;re looking for more officers to hire, but they&#8217;re having trouble hiring more officers. I believe the city Council has a duty to set the tone, they need to set expectations in Boulder. If you break the law, you&#8217;re gonna get fined and ticketed if it&#8217;s a misdemeanor. If you don&#8217;t pay your fine, you&#8217;re going to jail.</span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>Boulder City Council &#8211; At Large</b></h2>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65960" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Aaron-Neyer-200x200.png" alt="" width="200" height="200" />A</b><b>aron Neyer</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We need transitional housing so homeless people have a place to go. Right now we&#8217;re saying ‘you can&#8217;t be here,’ but the truth is they don&#8217;t have a place to go. We need to recognize our society, and the inequity that&#8217;s built into our society, is creating this problem. </span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We need to make it more appealing to not use a car, to do that people need to feel safe. Right now a lot of people don&#8217;t feel safe when not in a car. We do that by creating more protected bike lanes.</span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Duplexes and triplexes allow for more infill and housing. We start like really thinking how we can intelligently build out.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of Living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">  We should create more affordable housing, and more middle income housing, to start creating a little more economic diversity. I know people who live in duplex and triplexes and they really enjoy the community feel.</span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I know there&#8217;s really great preschools here yet a lot of people struggle sending their kids to preschools. I would like to see Boulder play more of a role in how we are shaping the education system. But I&#8217;m not well researched enough to know what the solutions are.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I learned about a program where they trained a number of mental health responders so if someone is caling 911, the operator that receives it can determine if this is a mental health crisis. I’m curious if we could do something like that in Boulder, that would be really cool.</span></li>
<li><b>Policing:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> The struggle is when somebody is having a mental health break down, they get the police called on them. We should emphasize things like community mutual aid and trained mental health responders.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-50347" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Jacques-Decalo_Election-Guide_YellowScene_2021_10-scaled-e1634855804336-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Jacques-Decalo_Election-Guide_YellowScene_2021_10-scaled-e1634855804336-150x150.jpg 150w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Jacques-Decalo_Election-Guide_YellowScene_2021_10-scaled-e1634855804336-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Jacques-Decalo_Election-Guide_YellowScene_2021_10-scaled-e1634855804336-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Jacques-Decalo_Election-Guide_YellowScene_2021_10-scaled-e1634855804336-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Jacques-Decalo_Election-Guide_YellowScene_2021_10-scaled-e1634855804336.jpg 1107w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Jacques Decalo</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Expand facilities and programs that currently help the unhoused, such as turning night shelters into daytime or even 24 hour shelters. Give unhoused people the support they need to find both temporary and long term housing, particularly employment. Enforce the camping ban, but provide areas where the unhoused can stay, receive support, and access services. </span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Work on a neighborhood by neighborhood basis to figure out which can accommodate more density. Make Boulder friendlier to bikers by building protected bike lanes and fixing potholes. Work to accommodate e-bikes and make public transit more reliable and frequent. </span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Keep Boulder diverse, natural and beautiful. Make our neighborhoods more walkable and friendlier to public transit. Boulder shouldn’t sprawl. </span></li>
<li><b>Cost of Living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Make Boulder an affordable place to live for everyone. Focus on building inclusionary housing while also helping housed people stay that way. Make use of vacant and underused spaces, like empty offices, to build more housing.</span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Work with what we have, use universities already in Boulder to expand early education programs. Give lower income Boulder residents more opportunities for early childhood education. Philanthropy can help us bridge these gaps and provide for Boulder’s children.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Take a holistic approach to policing, focus on preventative measures. Get input from the community on what they’re worried about and what needs fixing. Address what leads people to crime, provide support and expand opportunities for people.</span></li>
<li><b>Policing:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Continue to support Reimagine Policing. Invest in our police, make sure our bike paths and public spaces are safe, well-monitored, and held to a safety standard put forward by the chief of police. We also need to work with our local businesses to help them feel safe. </span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65995" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Jennifer-Robins-200x200.jpeg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Jennifer Robins</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We can’t group the unhoused into one group. We have families that are experiencing homelessness. We have individuals experiencing homelessness. I think Boulder does a good job working with a portion of the unhoused community who are actively working towards to exit homelessness. For those living in the encampments, we believe we need to continue outreach to get them involved with coordinated entry and the mini mini services that are offered through outdoor city.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Transportation accounts for 29% of the greenhouse gas emissions. There are many people in our community that have to drive to work, to shop, to go to school. It comes back to rezoning housing and areas that we have mass transit and walkable, mixed use neighborhoods. We need to increase the safety and usability of RTD, increase our bike share, and incentivize eBike purchases.</span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I would support strategic zoning reform to allow for slightly higher densities and gentle infill in certain areas. These areas can include our vacant or aging businesses and industrial districts, where we can rezone to create multi unit housing. I think it&#8217;s crucial work with our existing neighborhoods to accomplish all of this.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> The market is in the business of profit it&#8217;s not in the business of affordability so in Boulder we&#8217;re going to have to regulate in order to get the affordable housing that we need. We need to focus on continuing our inclusionary housing policy and leveraging that cash to let our Boulder housing partners with the county to create truly affordable housing.</span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I went back to work after six weeks with both of my kids and they had to go directly into private daycare so I am very aware of how families struggle. We need to continue looking at working with our community partners or existing nonprofits to help that situation, as well as potentially providing tax rebates for in-home daycare.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We need to implement a caring yet efficient strategy for addressing crime. Mental health is a huge issue right now. Public safety is the job of the city and health is the job of the county. The county really needs to step up and provide supportive services.</span></li>
<li><b>Policing:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Police need to be staffed to be staffed to be successful. I went on a ride along about two weeks ago with the police and I was able to see how all of the different teams within the police department work together so efficiently. We had mental health calls. I was able to see how they worked with the downtown Ambassadors on Pearl Street.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66021" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Ryan-Schuchard-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Ryan Schuchard &#8211; </b><b>ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We need to focus on four key areas: people, prevention, places, programs and spaces. Increase the use of non-police responses when dealing with those suffering mental health issues. Prevent people from slipping into homelessness. Establish a more accessible network, such as day shelters. Make sure our public spaces have the things people need to get through their day, such as public toilets and drinking fountains</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Consolidate the city’s resources and bureaucracies for the purpose of building more walkable, public transit friendly infrastructure and codify our goals in this area. We need to focus on making Boulder resource and space efficient. Lastly, we need to build a full grid of transportation modes that aren’t centered on cars, and build a public transportation network that is more robust, efficient and reliable.</span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Our problems with development come from our attachment to and reliance on cars. Decoupling from cars would give us space for more people and room for safer modes of transit. Reducing our dependence on cars would make our city more inclusive and solve a lot of our issues with development.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of Living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We need to increase the quantity of middle housing, such as duplexes, triplexes, townhomes. Reform zoning to make it easier to build middle income housing. We need to reduce and eliminate parking mandates in order to incentivize building more housing. We need to practice strategic development in the large tracts of land open to us, such as the airport.</span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We need to make the cost of living work better for those in the education system, namely teachers. We also need to expand resources for working parents. </span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We need to expand our network of mental health and substance addiction support services.</span></li>
<li><b>Policing:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Address the epidemic of drug addiction, mental illness, poverty, and desperation, which are fueling an increase in violent crime. We need to fix the congestion problem in our courts, in a way that protects civil liberties while reducing costs and breaking the cycle of people reoffending. Become more sophisticated about dealing with transportation related crime, such as bike theft.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66025" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Silas-Atkins-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Silas Atkins &#8211; </b><b>QUALIFIED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> A holistic approach to support the unhoused and help struggling people stay housed. Take both the short and long term into account, and expand our perspective to work with regional authorities. Take inspiration from successes in Denver to create safe public spaces and provide services to those who need them most. Expand temporary housing solutions such as hotel room stays and repurposing empty commercial space. </span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Incentivize housing density and placing housing along transit corridors. In order to depend less on cars, we need people to live closer to where they work and give them greater access to more means of transportation. We can achieve this by changing our zoning laws and taking cues from infrastructure changes that are working in other parts of the state.</span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Boulder is not full, it only feels so because we have cars everywhere. Reduce conflict between different modes of travel by splitting them up. Increase public transit and dense housing to make Boulder a more pleasant, environmentally friendly place to live.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of Living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Make it easier for things to get built. Support working families by raising the minimum wage and providing direct cash assistance to those that need it. Work to create neighborhoods of mixed income levels, economic segregation benefits no one.</span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> There is very little we can do to work with the education system on the local, city level, as this is largely handled on the state level. The best way to proceed is to reach out to experts on this matter and figure out what we can do, if anything, to help ease families burdens. It will take expert advice and out of the box thinking to tackle this problem on the local level.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Take the existing police budget and reinvest it into proven, nonviolent solutions, such as the care team. The last thing the Boulder Police Department needs is more money and more officers, as it has been proven that approaches like this do nothing to make our citizens and public spaces safer.</span></li>
<li><b>Policing:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> The reimagined policing plan was a bad idea for Boulder.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66031" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tara-Winer-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tara-Winer-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tara-Winer-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tara-Winer-1024x1020.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tara-Winer-768x765.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tara-Winer-1536x1530.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tara-Winer-2048x2041.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Tara Winer &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We have a day center that we&#8217;re working on. Right now, people have the option of staying in the Boulder Shelter for the homeless. But that is during the night, they need to go somewhere during the day where they can access services, use the bathroom and the showers, and have lockers for their possessions. We need more transitional housing with more services.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">We have a car culture. To get people out of cars, transit has to be fast, reliable, and inexpensive. That, of course, falls under the purview of the RTD. However, we do have Via, they run the hop and they do a good job. I think the best options we might have even for the disabled are probably E-bikes. I want to put infrastructure with protected bike lanes into Boulder.</span></li>
<li><b>Development: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Colorado in general has a housing shortage but we also have a labor shortage. So, to me, they&#8217;re inter-twined. Having housing that the labor pool wants is going to be crucial for us to solve some of our labor shortage problems. I don&#8217;t have to tell you how expensive land is here, making housing that is affordable is pretty difficult.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Two types of affordable housing in Boulder. Deed restricted permanently affordable housing, and there is housing that is affordable or attainable. We have a lot of the deed restricted permanently affordable housing units in the pipeline. I would say we&#8217;re really good at that. What we don&#8217;t have is a lot of affordable housing that&#8217;s outside that. We have very little middle income housing stock.</span></li>
<li><b>Education: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">You know, in a world where we have unlimited funds, yes, they could. But, we have limited funds. Personally, I don&#8217;t know. I feel like the state should&#8217;ve done that. It&#8217;s not fair to keep asking local governments to keep paying for everything.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I want to talk about mental health. We have Mental Health Partners. It&#8217;s the county that&#8217;s supposed to be in charge of mental health so a lot of my job is to beg the county commissioners and the state to do something to help us. Mental health is part of the county&#8217;s purview, and it affects our cities so much. I will say that Mental Health Partners did recently get a grant that was awarded to them to purchase a facility.</span></li>
<li><b>Policing: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I was part of the subcommittee for the Reimagine Policing plan and I thought the policing plan was great. I think we have some problems because we have a shortage of police officers. We are about 20 police officers down so we&#8217;re having trouble keeping up with all the things that police officers need to be involved with. So the reimagining plan called for 205 police officers and we can&#8217;t even find staff and retain them. We really need more police officers.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66030" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Taishya-Adams-200x200.png" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Taishya Adams &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Resources, people, programs and initiatives we know what works, investing in what works, and being led by those who are most affected by this topic. Like Streetscape, for example, and their four point plan.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Funding for our transportation system is going to be the number one most important goal. We have new funding opportunities through both the inflation reduction act, and Boulder’s own climate tax. How do we leverage these historic investments to make sure we are reducing our own carbon footprint emissions, and increasing our biodiversity. I would be remiss if I didn&#8217;t mention people with disabilities. I believe in balancing people and the planet.</span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We can&#8217;t just have housing everywhere. It really needs to be balanced with the habitats of other species and of course the natural resources we manage. As a former commissioner for Colorado Parks, and Wildlife, I am aware of this fresh perspective and proven expertise in balancing the needs of outdoor recreation, which is one of the cornerstones of Boulder. That&#8217;s why I came here. The character also evolves as we evolve.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Increasing the minimum wage. Honestly, I think it&#8217;s problematic when our government is only focused on one dimension of our lives. Affordability is not just in housing, We&#8217;re going to have a 25% increase in our water bill. Water affordability is going to be a conversation we&#8217;re going to be having Not to mention transportation affordability. I know we have some programs, but not to meet the demands. It is a holistic viewpoint that moves the bar.</span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> One of the issues is staffing and retaining early childhood staff in challenging work conditions. Demand is high and inventory is low. This is one of the challenges of unfunded mandates. I&#8217;m going to bring expertise to this council, understanding the federal, state, and local level to work with various departments to put money in the hands of families.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> What we do have is to work with health and human services that we currently have and make sure they are resourced. Our Health and Human Services department just became at parity with our police budget. Two years prior to that I think it was 2/3 the budget. So you get what you pay for. You get what you invest in. We invested in policing, which unfortunately is a reactive strategy. Thankfully, Chief Herold is working to be more proactive.</span></li>
<li><b>Policing:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I&#8217;m an inaugural member of the police oversight panel, so I&#8217;ve looked under the hood in ways most in our city have not, and by that I mean audio tapes, video, tapes and documents opportunities to meet with the chief and staff and officers and community members. I&#8217;ll bring that experience in the expertise to this conversation around policing and Reimagine Policing, I think the current reimagining police program gets it right as it relates to transparency, and as it relates to an effort to be more proactive rather than be reactive.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66032" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Terri-Brncic-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Terri Brncic &#8211; QUALIFIED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Need to stop thinking of unhoused people as a uniform group with the same needs. Housing alone will not solve the problem, many are suffering from mental health disorders. We need to expand our mental health support services and transitional housing to help the chronically unhoused. However, Boulder can’t do this on its own, and we need to pressure the county and state to step up and help us.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Focus on our e-bike infrastructure and safety policies. Make sure that e-bikes are encouraged and safe to use for everyone. Increase bike security so people will be more likely to buy and use bikes. Target parking minimums to reclaim space and start building for the future. </span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We need to expand density in moderation. Don’t want Boulder to be all high rise apartment buildings, but need to build targeted, intentionally walkable neighborhoods along transit corridors. </span></li>
<li><b>Cost of Living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Need to make the best use of our scarce land by building more affordable housing and expanding housing density. We have to make sure that, in the process of building out, we focus on housing that is affordable rather than high end housing like townhomes. </span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We need to increase the minimum wage to make things easier both for educators and for families. This is the main thing we can do to address this issue at the local level. </span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Work on lobbying the county to expand mental health resources in Boulder. Our police force is progressive and doing well, we need to support them.</span></li>
<li><b>Policing:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I support Reimagine Policing, we have one of the most progressive police chiefs in the country and we should support her. The chief has expressed a desire for change and is currently on a good course, we should support her while also keeping an eye on her progress.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66036" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tina-Marquis-200x200.jpeg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Tina Marquis</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Support current efforts, and expand with new projects such as a day center for the unhoused population. Work to connect people to the resources we have. Expand collaborations with municipal partners to increase affordable housing and provide support to those who are struggling. </span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Reduce barriers to accessing public transportation in order to increase use, which will hopefully lead to increased frequency. Work with RTD to expand public transportation options. Create safe routes for people to walk and bike on. Expand density where it makes sense, in places where people can realistically walk and bike around. </span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Don’t build just for the sake of it. Focus</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> on providing </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">opportunities for middle and low income families, such as providing more middle income housing. In general, focus on building housing that caters to a diverse range of socioeconomic groups. </span></li>
<li><b>Cost of Living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Help people stay in their homes. In general, focus on helping people who are struggling to afford basic necessities, both by providing services through the city government and by partnering with nonprofits. </span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Focus on working with existing providers and services rather than creating new taxes or boards. Could consider a citywide early childhood care tax, but must look at the need for it in Boulder. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Would prefer a city tax rather than county wide tax.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Try to meet families needs without adding too much administrative complexity. </span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Reduce the usage of guns and support gun safety. Guns should not be in the hands of people who would not be responsible firearm owners. Work with the county to address mental health support services in Boulder. </span></li>
<li><b>Policing:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> The reimagined policing program provides a nice balance between the need for public safety and our city wide values of social justice and equity. Focus on preventative rather than reactive policing. </span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66038" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Waylon-Lewis-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Waylon Lewis</b><b> &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We&#8217;ve been stuck in the status quo that is bad for all of us. Bad for the homeless, bad for the rest of the general public. It&#8217;s been expensive, we&#8217;ve tied the hands of the police, and expect them to solve everything. I am a rare candidate not allied with either of the major slates who work to form coalitions. (I’d work), to solve this based on what&#8217;s worked and what hasn’t in other cities.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I would add electric buses and smaller vans more frequently to all the major routes. RTD is not always a dependable partner. We need regular clean buses and protected bike lanes, as well as adequate access and parking for those who do need to drive. This will take cars off the road reducing traff</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">ic. We have to take both climate change and our ability to get around the city safely and quickly seriously.</span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We&#8217;ve lost affordability, our schools are emptying out. Police officers, teachers, healthcare workers can&#8217;t afford to live in Boulder. We need to redouble our efforts on affordable housing in beautiful fun ways that keep Boulder feeling like Boulder. I&#8217;d often say let&#8217;s make Boulder weird again.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">What Boulder has done with affordable housing is pretty impressive. Still, our goal is nearly double where we&#8217;re at now. The model that BHP and others are focusing on is working. We need to focus on missing middle income housing but that will take focus and support from the City Council.</span></li>
<li><b>Education: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">If parents can&#8217;t afford to live in Boulder, let alone work in Boulder that doesn&#8217;t work for any of us. To keep our economy strong we need to fill the gap with nonprofit and city run daycare as well as pushing both regionally and state and federally to get the support we expected, and that our citizens need. Families are vital to Boulder and we&#8217;re losing them every single day.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime:</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Boulder has shown leadership on addressing gun violence, especially since the tragic shooting at King Soopers. There&#8217;s only so much we can do without federal and state support. Mental health and addiction care are both vital for reducing crime.</span></li>
<li><b>Policing:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We are gifted with an ethical and progressive police chief. Our role in City Council will be to both support the police and get them clear direction, neither of which they&#8217;ve never really had over the last years. The Reimagine Policing document is one I support, and it includes encouraging community, policing and mental and addiction care, so that police aren&#8217;t saddled with responding to everything, including situations they may not be equipped for.</span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>Boulder City Ballot Measures</b></h2>
<p><b>2A</b><b> &#8211; Sales Tax Allocation: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Extension of the existing .15 % City Sales and Use Tax with 50% for General Fund Purposes and 50% to Support Arts, Culture and Heritage (Compromise Measure) | </span><b>Vote: <span style="color: #339966;">Yes</span></b></p>
<p><b>302 &#8211; </b><b>Public Space: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">A citizen initiated Charter Amendment to prohibit items located on city property within a radius of five-hundred feet from any point on a school property line or within fifty feet on both sides of any multi-use path or sidewalk with prioritized removal | </span><b>Vote: <span style="color: #ff0000;">No</span></b></p>
<p><b>2B &#8211; </b><b>Election Rules (Petitions): </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">A Charter Amendment to sections 27, 37, 39, 46, and 57 to: Remove the requirement that people who wish to sign petitions in support of mayoral or City Council candidates do so in person before the city clerk. Allow the city clerk additional processing time to reduce the need for overtime or weekend work to process paper petitions.  Clarify language providing that state law governs amendments to the city’s Charter | </span><b>Vote: <span style="color: #339966;">Yes</span></b></p>
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<h1><b>Erie Elections</b></h1>
<h2><b>Erie Ballot Measures</b></h2>
<p><b>3A &#8211; Home Rule: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Shall the Town of Erie proposed home rule charter be adopted? | </span><b>Vote: <span style="color: #339966;">Yes</span></b></p>
<p><b>3B &#8211; Mayor and Council Compensation:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> The Mayor shall receive as monetary compensation the sum of twelve hundred dollars ($1,200) per month, and each Council Member shall receive as monetary compensation the sum of seven hundred dollars ($700) per month. Both amounts shall be adjusted annually according to the consumer price index (CPI) for the Denver-Boulder-Greeley area, or such successor index promulgated by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. | </span><b>Vote: <span style="color: #339966;">Yes</span></b></p>
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<h1><b>Lafayette Elections</b></h1>
<h2><b>Lafayette City Council &#8211; At Large</b></h2>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65976" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Crystal-Gallegos-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Crystal Gallegos</b> <b>&#8211; QUALIFIED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Make sure the people who are unhoused know resources that are available, but we don&#8217;t want to strain those organizations as well. I&#8217;m thinking specifically of Sister Carmen as one that does great work. We need to make sure they are financially able to continue to assist people.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> When RTD was free for everyone, as a mom who spends a lot of time driving to various schools, I did notice the program cut down on vehicular traffic immensely, especially near schools, which in turn helps with our problem with emissions and deteriorating roads.</span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> My biggest concern with population growth is its impact on education. We seem to be building a lot of large density housing, but not really planning for children and schools.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I just wanted to mention I&#8217;m not a homeowner, I am someone who rents. That does make me pro affordable housing. We need to think about education and infrastructure as well. If we continue to build large density housing, we need to make sure we&#8217;re considering those as well.</span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I&#8217;m the parent of a four year old who was promised four days a week of preschool and then they retracted that decision. We need to work with the district to see if there are ways we can implement those additional days that were promised.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65977" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/David-Fridland-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />David Fridland &#8211; </b><b>ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">It’s a lot about working directly with services and support networks that we have around us: Boulder County, our local PD,  Sister Carmen or our mental health services through the city and through the county. Getting them housing, if we can. It’s definitely inspiring to see what the new mayor of Denver is doing.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">The basic infrastructure of our community needs to be top of mind: roads, safe sidewalks, multimodal transportation, making sure there’s bike lanes, making sure there’s bike and walking paths. All of it has to be addressed. Specifically for mass transit we need to work directly with RTD to make sure our community is getting served. I hear from a lot of people that RTD is a challenge in Lafayette.</span></li>
<li><b>Development: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">People have been moving to the Front Range, and Colorado generally, since the mid-90s. I love that we have new neighbors, new ideas, new energy. We need to make sure we do it in a balanced way. We need to start thinking about how to build in a balanced and responsive way to the community that lives here already. More density, especially around transportation corridors, is really important. </span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lafayette has done a pretty good job with affordable housing. We have Willoughby Corner being built. We have been leaders in terms of increasing the housing stock. A lot of it is larger than one community. We need housing stock across the income spectrum. We can do what we can do in Lafayette but it has to be more regional, state-wide support from the county, from the state. We all need to be rowing in the same direction.</span></li>
<li><b>Education: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Our role would be helping support local school districts to make sure folks that can’t afford preschool are getting support. We are more of a connector in helping understand the problem, and helping our community and our residents get what they need.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65982" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Eric-Ryant-e1697759968171-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Eric-Ryant-e1697759968171-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Eric-Ryant-e1697759968171-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Eric-Ryant-e1697759968171-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Eric-Ryant-e1697759968171-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Eric-Ryant-e1697759968171.jpg 1358w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Eric Ryant</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">:</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">It is a continuing problem and lots of citizens are concerned about it, so I do plan on addressing it.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">I’m pro-business first of all. Any way to generate either income for the city or make it more affordable to live like the Willoughby Corner center that we’re putting up, I’m all for it. I think that affordable housing is an important issue that I am firmly for.</span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I’d have to get with CDOT. I want to see extensively what kind of plans they have with the roads. There’s several projects here in Lafayette that have been delayed or are taking forever, so I’d see what they’re planning to do to help us with the influx of people moving in.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Inflation is a tough battle, for increasing the minimum wage, once something is in writing with Boulder County I’d probably sit down with all our local business leaders and get their thoughts because I think it is difficult to live in Lafayette. That’s why we’re putting up affordable housing, and we have to allow our local workers to be able to live locally.</span></li>
<li><b>Education: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I don’t represent myself. I represent the community, so if we feel that there’s any issues, I am there to approach it and try to find a good, long-term solution to the situation.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65984" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Gala-Orba-200x200.png" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Gala Orba </b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">The city of Lafayette is currently being sued because we have no homeless shelter. I’d like to open a homeless shelter, and I’m already looking at spaces. I’m going to pick four of them, and then I’m going to take them to the Council. I’d also like to create some permanent housing for the homeless. It’s been proven that the best way to solve homelessness is to give homeless people a place to live.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">We’ve got space on Public Road and other areas where we could have more economic development and small business, however the rent is pretty high. It’s hard for people to get their foot in the door and start small businesses. I will always be a candidate for the little guy. I believe small business is the heart of our country.</span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">We’re balancing urban growth in general. We just need a little help with the economy. I think those people who move here could potentially help us. I don’t look at it as a problem.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">There is affordable housing that is public housing but then there are landlords who are already helping with this phenomenon. For all the towns in the area and in this county I feel like Lafayette is the most hospitable to people who are lower income. That said I am focusing on the homeless more so than affordable housing.</span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Everybody deserves help with quality help with childcare. I’ve been impressed with the city of Lafayette’s commitment to after-school programs for middle and high school kids. It’s been beautiful to witness. The city has focused on middle and high school kids this past year, and done really well, so it’s time for us to build upon that success and focus on a younger population. There’s been lots of studies as far as how early childcare and head start programs are incredibly beneficial for successful students and successful lives.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65993" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/JD-Mangat-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />JD Mangat &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">We have always had folks experiencing homelessness in Lafayette, but lately it’s becoming more and more an emerging issue. Unfortunately we don’t have a housing and human services department currently within the city. My long-term goal is to create and develop that internally. The goal is to provide the unhoused population with the resources they need to survive and thrive.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">During my time on counsel we’ve built a comprehensive plan for the entire city. We need to focus heavily on multi-modal transportation. I know that the state is working on the RTD across Baseline, but we can’t just rely on that. I’m a big fan of micro mobility, the electrification of smaller vehicles, scooters, and bicycles. We have a lot of areas that are missing bike lanes. The city is not as connected as it should be.</span></li>
<li><b>Development: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I think people make the mistake of thinking we are growing like crazy. We’re really not. Our intent is not to expand our borders, it is to meet further growth with infill. That’s going to be tough when it comes to traffic congestion, water, and city services. Any time your population grows I think problems grow with it.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">This is the number one issue I’m campaigning on. Lafayette made history this year by creating Willoughby Corner. There are a lot of different levers we can pull in partnership with the state that we can work with to increase affordable housing, like how we opted into </span><a href="https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/hb23-1304"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Proposition 123</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. I’m hoping Willoughby Corner is just the tip of the iceberg.</span></li>
<li><b>Education: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I think there’s a need for free full-day childcare. I’d be willing to do what I can do in my capacity to advocate for it, whether it’s on a state level or a different level. That’s a huge need in our city, as all Coloradans would probably agree. </span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65997" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/John-Watson-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />John Watson &#8211; </b><b>ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I would definitely want to address that issue and look at possibly having some type of affordable housing.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I’m a huge supporter of the infrastructure. I definitely want our businesses to continue. I do know that part of the problem that I see is that we are getting ready to lose our King Soopers. It looks like a gaping hole in the north side of town there. At the same time I don’t want another Dollar General or something like that. I’d like a grocery store, whether it be a mom or pop, or somebody else that would be paying taxes.</span></li>
<li><b>Development: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I think that it’s not as prevalent because we are kind of close to our maximum threshold as far as population-wise. We will need to look at different aspects and considerations, but I think diversity is a very fundamental part of who I am and what I represent, and I would like us to be welcoming and inviting, not become exclusive.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I do believe that we should have a living wage. I’m completely on board with supporting people having living wages. I myself have lived here going on 18 years and I could not afford my house when we had it appraised and refinanced. I could not afford my house today.</span></li>
<li><b>Education: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I don’t have a lot to do with it as far as a city council member, but I would definitely support those types of endeavors.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-41076" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Timothy-Barnes-Election-Guide-yellow-scene-2019-10-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="250" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Timothy-Barnes-Election-Guide-yellow-scene-2019-10-240x300.jpg 240w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Timothy-Barnes-Election-Guide-yellow-scene-2019-10.jpg 720w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Tim Barnes &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Unhoused have different categories. Those who have immediate needs, say triage, you help them with medical emergency services. The other piece is to help people manage work their way through this system of services that exists, maybe with a mentoring program.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> The whole metro area has been designed around cars. So we have a hard problem and infrastructure problem that impacts all of these other issues like affordable housing and whatnot. We need to separate car traffic. There has to be a physical barrier, there&#8217;s way too many accidents.</span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I sit on the sustainability resilience Advisory Committee. Resilience is key. That means taking stock of what you currently have, and what are the missing components. The problem is with development is that it has been low density.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of Living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> The definition of affordable housing is too narrow. Accessory dwelling units, condos, apartments, they all play a role. But right now it&#8217;s cost prohibitive to build an adu and keep the rent reasonable.</span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I hear there is a direct economic correlation to early education and the economy. There&#8217;s a direct correlation. You pay for it, but your economy does better. Municipalities can can contribute but I don&#8217;t think they should be the lead.</span></li>
</ul>
<hr />
<h1><b>Louisville Elections</b></h1>
<h2><b>Louisville &#8211; Mayor</b></h2>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65972" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Chris-Leh-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Chris Leh &#8211; </b><b>ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We need to build more affordable housing. There are a variety of places where we can establish some permanently affordable housing. And, one such place is doing some transportation-oriented development near our bus rapid transit close to McCaslin Boulevard.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: The idea of transportation-oriented development is critical here because it provides the kind of density that helps reduce carbon footprint and provides opportunities for people either not to need cars because they can use the bus or to use whatever transportation they have more sparingly, which helps to cut down greenhouse gasses. </span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We&#8217;re going to be doing some changes to our land use planning code and processes. I think that that will certainly provide, we hope, expedited, clear, consistent, fair, predictable sorts of standards for folks to develop too. Those standards will be very much informed by our desire to maintain the small town feel of the city, which I believe we can do.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We need housing stock that augments our single-family homes, because that&#8217;s a majority of housing in Louisville, and it&#8217;s not going to work for everybody. Part of being a small town is having diverse housing that includes workforce housing, that includes affordable housing. I don&#8217;t think you should have to have double income, no kids to be able to move in, and I don&#8217;t believe you should have to move out when you turn 65. </span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We&#8217;ve seen a decline in the number of people who are in elementary and middle school. I think it is directly related to the cost of housing for young families. We can help with that, to the extent, we may be able to fill some of the gaps involving some of our local preschools, Montessori schools and others. We may be able to provide some incentives to assist those folks.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">We&#8217;re about to do a pilot program, which is a continuation from previous work that we have done to provide a mental health trained professional to accompany officers on certain calls to help de-escalate issues. Part of the goal is to keep folks who need treatment out of the criminal justice system.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65999" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Josh-Cooperman-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Josh Cooperman </b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: In Louisville, at the moment, homelessness is not a serious problem. As a first step, the city council should have a special study session where they have a discussion about homelessness in Louisville and try to really gather as much information about what the status of homelessness is. I think the city could consider repurposing one of the many empty office buildings in town as a homelessness services center, if that were really appropriate.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We do have pretty good infrastructure for pedestrians and bicyclists, but it could definitely be improved. There are a number of intersections which are just not good for people to cross. One of them is South Boulder Road and Main Street. I think the city should definitely prioritize making some of these crossings safer.The city is thinking about the possibility of underpasses, and I hope we can figure out how to fund those.</span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We have seen population growth over the last decade At the moment, the population in Louisville is leveling off. Some people think that Louisville shouldn&#8217;t grow very much, that&#8217;s key to maintaining the character of Louisville. I understand that to some extent, but I also feel like if Louisville doesn&#8217;t grow a little bit, we&#8217;re displacing that growth somewhere else where it&#8217;ll probably be less sustainable.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: As a resident I advocated for affordable housing before the city council because I think we all have an obligation to provide housing for people. If you go into neighborhoods they&#8217;re designed in that suburban way where people have to get in their car to access any services, that&#8217;s a really unsustainable model. </span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: In Louisville, the local government is not really involved with education. The Boulder Valley School district is the district we have here, and we certainly coordinate with them on certain things, but we&#8217;re not providing any funding or anything like that. Aside from the property taxes, of course, funding them.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">People are not particularly concerned about crime in Louisville, but that&#8217;s not to say that there aren&#8217;t any issues. The police department has been exploring mental health support as part of their work. There was discussion about a pilot program in the coming year, which I think the city council will fund, to provide for mental health providers or support through the police department. And I think that&#8217;s a great program.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-41062" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Sherry-Sommer-Election-Guide-yellow-scene-2019-10-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="216" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Sherry-Sommer-Election-Guide-yellow-scene-2019-10-278x300.jpg 278w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Sherry-Sommer-Election-Guide-yellow-scene-2019-10.jpg 720w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Sherry Sommer &#8211; </b><b>QUALIFIED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Sometimes I feel like it becomes a problem that gets out of hand because there&#8217;s no real way to address it on a smaller level. I think that housing is part of this equation. We can&#8217;t do everything, but we can do what&#8217;s within our means and the scale of our town to provide avenues where people can afford their housing.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We have a transportation master plan, which we&#8217;re working on. I think in order to expand walkability, we need to be focusing on the areas where there&#8217;s barriers, like the high traffic streets, like South Boulder Road, Centennial and Bella Vista. There&#8217;s a component of this that&#8217;s enforcement as well. I would love to be able to generate more sales tax revenue so that we can hire more traffic enforcement police officers.</span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We need to consider the scale and mass of our existing town and work in that guideline. So, for example, one way we can do that is with our existing neighborhoods, we can work on zoning overlays, which will set standards that are more in conformity with the pr-eexisting neighborhoods.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: The demand to live here is so huge. There&#8217;s no way that we can outbuild the demand. A lot of people that I talk to are concerned that they won&#8217;t be able to stay in their homes very long because the property taxes are getting so exorbitant. We really need to think about our existing residents too and how affordable our town is for them, that&#8217;s part of what a local government does.”</span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: I&#8217;d like to learn more about the issue. I don&#8217;t know a way the city can do that.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I am really happy that our police department has had people who assist with mental health crises, and it&#8217;s not treated in the same way as crime is. There are other interventions. I really support that because mental health has really suffered after the pandemic and then the Marshall fire.</span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>Louisville City Council &#8211; Ward 1</b></h2>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65970" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Caleb-Dickenson-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Caleb Dickenson &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Dealing with this issue is certainly incredibly important to the region and that we have a lot of partners in Boulder County and our neighbors that we need to be supporting in our joint efforts. To find a home for every human is really important to me.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Public transit is a very difficult topic because we don&#8217;t have our own transit system. We rely on RTD and they have their own metrics for how we get routes and how many buses we get and those kinds of things. But they measure our ridership. It&#8217;s important we&#8217;re using the transportation provided so that they can see that we want it. And if we&#8217;re not using it, they&#8217;re not going to be providing it. And that&#8217;s how that system works.</span></li>
<li><b>Development: </b>T<span style="font-weight: 400;">he unique feel of Louisville is in the people and the place and our small business owners and great little shops and restaurants. Continuing to develop our commercial areas and adding some more residents to our community is not going to negatively impact who we are. In the end, we&#8217;re a community of people. And, if development brings some more density and some more people, I welcome those new neighbors and jobs.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">People are finding it very difficult to live here when they&#8217;re not in their peak earning years. We have to continue to partner with developers who can bring true affordable housing to our community. We need a variety of housing stock for empty nesters and young people who want to live in the community. We need to add places for people to live so we can have more diversity in the type of people that can live here.</span></li>
<li><b>Education: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I think the increase in property values is creating a very big increase in property taxes, of which in the city of Louisville, half of it nearly goes to the schools. I would certainly hope that if there&#8217;s one benefit to this rising property value, that we are able to do a better job funding our schools. </span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">We&#8217;re not talking about defunding the police, we&#8217;re talking about funding it differently. We need mental health experts on the police force. Currently, many of our calls to our law enforcement agents are around domestic abuse. They need the skills to communicate with someone and help them in a crisis moment and de-escalate. It&#8217;s having officers that are trained in mental health first and foremost.</span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>Louisville City Council &#8211; Ward 2</b></h2>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65978" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Deb-Fahey-e1697760178908-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Deb-Fahey-e1697760178908-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Deb-Fahey-e1697760178908.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Deborah Fahey &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: The city of Louisville doesn&#8217;t have a lot of programs available for actually directly assisting, but we do have plans to increase affordable housing, and we&#8217;re cooperating with Boulder County. We have an inter-governmental agreement with them to help with housing issues and homelessness throughout the county.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We&#8217;re making the streets more bike and pedestrian friendly, putting in right turn lights at major intersections. We&#8217;ve got a plan in place to put underpasses under Highway 42 on South Boulder Road, places where there&#8217;s a lot of transportation issues. We&#8217;re also providing issues or assistance for electric bike purchases. We&#8217;re planning on one of those e-scooter programs where you can ride them to the bus stops.</span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We&#8217;re in the process of a housing study, and that&#8217;s going to determine what we do, but the plan right now is to increase the amount of housing that&#8217;s available, requiring that some of it be low or middle-income housing and putting it close to transit stops. We have a historic preservation tax where if you are willing to preserve your home or business, either one that&#8217;s more than 50 years-old, we will give you up to $1 million dollars in assistance.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We have an inter-governmental agreement with Boulder County on low and middle-income housing. They took over all of our structures that we own about, about 10 or 15 years ago now, and in exchange, they built a housing unit that&#8217;s over 200 units that are income-restricted in some way, and they&#8217;re also net zero buildings.</span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: I&#8217;m not sure how we could, we&#8217;re all pretty financially restricted right now. We are in the process statewide, again, of changing funding for various things, but Louisville as a city is also trying to deal with recovery from the Marshall Fire. We lost over 600 homes in the Marshall Fire, and mine was one of them. We&#8217;re still dealing with the flood. Our funds for financially supporting anything are very limited.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Through our Boulder County Health and Human Services division, we have health issues for the schools in all of the schools, for all of the Boulder Valley School District. We&#8217;ve also got charitable organizations that are funding mental health assistance, and some of that is even coming as a result of the fire.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65986" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/George-Colbert-e1697760203468-200x200.jpeg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/George-Colbert-e1697760203468-200x200.jpeg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/George-Colbert-e1697760203468-300x300.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/George-Colbert-e1697760203468.jpeg 342w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />George Colbert</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Nobody should have to sleep on the streets. I want to make sure that we have resources for those folks who may be on the verge of homelessness, and make sure that they have vocational training with school education. Whatever we can do to help make sure that they&#8217;re still part of the workforce, and that we&#8217;ve got affordable housing for everyone.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Our transit system currently is pretty great. Obviously, everything can get better. When I moved to Louisville, I was really impressed with the walkability that existed already. However, just recently, I was using one of our crosswalks at night and was almost hit by a car. I think we need to really focus on making sure that crosswalks have the right lighting, they have the right warning system, and that our citizens are actually using those in the right manner.</span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We need to make sure that the infrastructure that does come in is in line with our small-town charm, and absolutely imperative to the way of life that we have here. We want to keep that, but we also have to be open to reasonable sustainable growth.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: My vision for Louisville includes developing partnerships with the property developers, employers, and nonprofits to create permanently affordable housing by incentivizing affordable housing development and streamlining building codes. We can make Louisville accessible for all income brackets.</span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Every child should have access to early education. It is disappointing to see that the projected availability for the preschool program is not going to be met. Local governments indeed play a role. Community partnerships with businesses, local organizations, and charity groups is important and instrumental. Creating some of that public private partnership, we can pull resources to supplement the shortfall.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">When we discuss crime prevention and reducing gun violence, including suicides, mental health becomes paramount. Individuals who engage in violent behaviors, including self-harm, often suffer from mental health issues. By ensuring timely intervention and adequate support, we can reduce the risk of these tragic outcomes. It&#8217;s essential we enforce rigorous gun background checks that must include a comprehensive assessment of an individual&#8217;s mental health history. </span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>Louisville City Council &#8211; Ward 3</b></h2>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65967" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Barbara-Hamlington-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Barbara Hamlington &#8211; </b><b>ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: That collaboration with the county and the state is necessary to develop comprehensive solutions for the growing population of unhoused people in our community. I would advocate for solutions such as an affordable living wage and affordable housing in our community. In order to address challenges the unhoused population face, it requires multiple solutions.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Public transit would be best served by collaborating with the county and the state as well. I&#8217;m advocating for multimodal transportation for residents. I&#8217;m not only looking at it from a walkability standpoint, but I&#8217;m considering other options as well to encompass all abilities and ages, ensuring that our crosswalks are safe, that there&#8217;s good visibility for both the pedestrian and the vehicle.</span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Our economy relies on sales tax revenue to provide the residents with the services that they expect of the city. There are ways to go about strategic development within the city that support our sales tax revenue and also maintain the charm that residents appreciate. Proposition 123 that we recently discussed the city council, was a housing commitment that we all agreed to put forth in order to qualify applications or projects in Louisville, really for affordable housing.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Some of the things that interest me are re-imagining land use and zoning, particularly in our areas where we have commercial vacancies that have not been filled for some time, for example, along the McCaslin corridor. I envision how it could be used for mixed residential and commercial use, close to public transportation. I also am advocating for accessory dwelling units.</span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: The local government can help educate the community about that resource to ensure that all residents are aware that they can apply for it. There could be local programs that are supplemented by local government funds, through grant applications, to help families get access to preschool education and care.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I&#8217;m going to focus my answer on our children. I think collaboration between the city departments, such as the police department, and the Boulder County School District to ensure that our children feel supported and have the resources they need to be successful. They will realize they have partners within the entire community who want to ensure that they have the resources they need to be healthy and successful.</span></li>
</ul>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft wp-image-65980 size-thumbnail" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Dietrich-Hoefner-e1697760250685-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Dietrich-Hoefner-e1697760250685-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Dietrich-Hoefner-e1697760250685-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Dietrich-Hoefner-e1697760250685-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Dietrich-Hoefner-e1697760250685-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Dietrich-Hoefner-e1697760250685.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" /></p>
<h3><span style="font-weight: 400;"><b>Dietrich Hoefner</b><br />
</span></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Homelessness is an issue that we need to address in close coordination with our neighboring and adjacent communities along the front range. Louisville has a relatively small percentage of individuals experiencing homelessness. Solutions include addressing the overall shortage of housing and affordable housing units, ensuring access to social services, and engaging on this issue with compassion.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Louisville is certainly a suburban community and we do need to appreciate that many folks are going to continue to get around with cars. We need to have a transportation network that works well for folks and is safe for them. I&#8217;ve been concerned we&#8217;ve had a handful of pedestrian incidents with car collisions. We have room to improve street design and street safety to reduce the frequency of those types of incidents.</span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We do have opportunities to redevelop existing sites, and in some cases, we have opportunities to shift land uses potentially from underutilized commercial zone spaces to potentially allow mixed use residential and increase the number of units at a reasonable pace. Louisville&#8217;s small-town character and historic downtown are the feather in our caps, we need to be careful that whatever we do, it’s consistent with that character.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of Living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">:</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We&#8217;re in the process of developing a housing needs assessment and strategy framework that will help identify steps that can be taken in response to the housing needs. I see this as another region-wide issue. It&#8217;s across the Front Range that we have a shortage of housing, a shortage of affordable housing. And I think this is one where we&#8217;ll have to work with our neighbors, we&#8217;ll have to work with the state.</span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Respectfully, I would run that question to the Boulder Valley school district. As the city government, we don&#8217;t have a lot of direct oversight of local schools.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: I think we&#8217;ve been reasonably successful with community policing. That means not only having police visible around town, but also having police have good relationships with the community, and with city leadership, so they feel like trusted community members. Louisville has obviously taken steps on gun legislation within the city. I think that&#8217;s something we&#8217;ll continue, but until there are solutions at higher levels of government, it’s going to be a difficult problem for individual jurisdictions to tackle.</span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>Louisville Ballot Measures</b></h2>
<p><b>Louisville Open Space Tax: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Additional %.125 sales tax (10 yr) to fund open space management and wildfire mitigation and an extension (10 yr) of the extant %.375 sales tax. | </span><b>Vote: <span style="color: #339966;">Yes</span></b></p>
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<h1><b>Longmont Elections</b></h1>
<h2><b>Longmont Mayor</b></h2>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65983" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Ethan-Augreen-e1697760277801-200x200.png" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Ethan-Augreen-e1697760277801-200x200.png 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Ethan-Augreen-e1697760277801-300x300.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Ethan-Augreen-e1697760277801-1024x1024.png 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Ethan-Augreen-e1697760277801-768x768.png 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Ethan-Augreen-e1697760277801-1536x1536.png 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Ethan-Augreen-e1697760277801.png 1650w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Ethan Augreen </b><b>&#8211; UNQUALIFIED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We need to get rid of government policies that create more homelessness. For example, the lockdowns that resulted from the poorly understood health scare. I oppose bringing the train up from Denver because Denver has an even larger homelessness crisis. I think it’s important for the city to have a dedicated team that performs outreach and helps homeless people. I also support creating an alternative-to-police model like Denver’s STAR program. </span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: I ride the bus all the time, and I want to make sure it reaches people in the more rural areas of town. But we need to bring RTD to the table and ask what we can do to expand transit. I would also support putting a referendum on the ballot to repeal the train tax we have been paying for a train that doesn’t exist, and try to claw back any taxes we’ve already paid. </span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: I would listen closely to what the community wants and make sure the city’s plans match it. There’s a need for affordable housing, but we also need to protect our open space. I don’t think anyone wants to continue the sprawl that we’ve seen. I would support building more apartments or condos in that area to densify housing, but I would also work to limit sprawl. </span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We have an opportunity to support the modular housing industry and I would work to attract a modular housing manufacturer to town. The cost of construction has increased significantly, that’s the number one factor that’s causing housing to be more unaffordable.</span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: The idea of creating an Early Childhood Development Special District encompassing the St. Vrain and Boulder Valley school districts should be explored further. As mayor, I will be eager to support the District and help bring this promising idea to fruition. As a general libertarian principle, I don&#8217;t think it&#8217;s wise for a city government to be directly involved with preschool. Let&#8217;s leave early childhood education in the hands of qualified and trained education professionals. </span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">We don’t need new gun laws. The state has already provided tools like red flag laws. I also don’t think that criminals should have guns. I believe the Second Amendment is an important right because it gives citizens the right to defend themselves. We should also look at creating a law enforcement advisory board so the public can give feedback. We should hire more social workers and case managers to create a better safety net for people who suffer from mental illnesses.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65996" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Joan-Peck-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Joan-Peck-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Joan-Peck-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Joan-Peck-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Joan-Peck-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Joan-Peck.jpg 1362w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Joan Peck &#8211; </b><b>ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We have a project hopefully ready in 2024, for affordable housing with wrap-around services — addiction services, mental health — permanently there. We need to have everything in the same place so people don’t have to go all over the city.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We do have Ride Free Longmont but the challenge is RTD sets those routes. As we grow, the routes do not cover what we need. RTD did give us a grant to look into micro-transit. I am still working on the passenger rail district board hopefully we will get a Northwest corridor for passenger trains.</span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We do need to urbanize. I know that&#8217;s difficult for some people who have lived here for a long time. It is a challenge to keep our community feeling. We need to have a rental market for people. Longmont is doing a great job of building what we need to get people into housing.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We used to have an inclusionary zoning ordinance years ago which gave us an affordable inventory. The city council, a few years back, got rid of that. All of our affordable units went to market rate, leaving a big gap. We need to keep people who shop and work in our community here.</span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Some of the conversations that I&#8217;m having with organizations are can businesses open up preschools in their facilities for their employees? Longmont Housing Authority is going to include a preschool within their housing project.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">A couple years ago I made a motion that half of the marijuana tax must go into an affordable housing bank. It also goes into mental health. We need universal healthcare, the cost to get mental healthcare for a family is overwhelming. </span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66033" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Terri-Goon-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Terri Goon &#8211; UNQUALIFIED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Get the government out of the housing business altogether. That would make homes more affordable, there would be less regulation and less requirements. Homelessness is a tragic situation with a lot of factors like mental health and drug abuse involved. Keeping the government out of it would give people more money to invest in the causes they care about. </span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: I do not support expanding public transportation. Government doesn’t need to be in the business of bussing, especially during times of potential pandemics. Sidewalks are another story, and I think we need some stronger regulations around scooters and micro-transit options on sidewalks to improve walkability. </span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Longmont is a beautiful place. Colorado is as well, and people are going to want to continue moving here. And I don’t envision the government doing anything about that. Developers should be able to create homes for people who move here in a way that makes the homes sellable. </span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">It’s sad when kids and their families can’t afford to live here, but addressing affordability is not within the scope of the government’s duties. The government needs to stay out of the housing market and allow the market to adjust. We need to do something about Colorado’s construction defect law so we can build more condos. </span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: There is no such thing as free preschool. All of our taxes went up and we’re supposed to be incentivizing parents to cart their children to preschool. We should be educating more of our children at home. Keep more of your tax dollars in your pocket and maybe we won’t have to have two parents working.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mental health is a big problem, and I could see the government working to implement mental health resources until private sources come along. We’ve filled our jails with people who need mental health treatment, and it’s all because we don’t have enough resources in this state. For guns, we should have data about who has been in a mental health facility and restrict their ability to purchase firearms based on their level of threat.  </span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>Longmont City Council &#8211; At Large</b></h2>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66016" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Rebekah-Venturella-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Rebekah Venturella &#8211; QUALIFIED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We really have to get creative with our space, to be creative with multifunctional housing. We also need a space, something that&#8217;s open 24 hours versus Boulder’s shelter, which  is just for the evenings, and then you have homeless people on the streets in the day.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Having a car is expensive. Gas is expensive. Having more transit will be amazing, and the railway, I know they&#8217;re working hard on that. We need to be looking at that high density housing where we&#8217;re not just putting in houses and lawns, let&#8217;s make this a city. Let&#8217;s build this community in a tight, tight knit way and make it walkable.</span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I like the affordability option, where people are able to buy a home, and they&#8217;ll build credit, and then they can pay into it. And then they get that generational wealth, build that equity. That will give people more of a route here, versus just a fast in-and-out. Really looking at the whole picture, not just the immediate fix now.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of Living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Affordable housing is a necessity, it has to be, because it&#8217;s so expensive. Even if you wanted to buy a house, your interest rates are so high, it&#8217;s unreal. TABOR and HH are coming up. I built good relationships with state legislators, a lot of people lose sight of that city-to-state connection.</span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> If we can get TABOR repealed and that money to help boost our education, that&#8217;s going to create a ripple effect so kids are getting better at education, they&#8217;re getting cared for, that&#8217;s going to help with people&#8217;s concern with homelessness, it will empower students and kids as they grow up. We&#8217;ve all got to buckle down and try to work this out together. It can&#8217;t just be our state legislators doing it all. We have to be pushing things here.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I&#8217;ve got gun violence in the family and mental health struggles as well. I think we need a survivor in that chair. Suicide rate is a higher than that other shootings rate so we need to put more money into the budget for mental health services and we need an intensive outpatient program.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-58690" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/sean-mccoy_election_yellowscene_2022_10-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/sean-mccoy_election_yellowscene_2022_10-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/sean-mccoy_election_yellowscene_2022_10-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/sean-mccoy_election_yellowscene_2022_10.jpg 680w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Sean McCoy &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We’re trying to figure out how to navigate the issues surrounding clearing encampments and providing people with adequate shelter. We’re exploring the use of pallet homes and trying other Housing First approaches. I think the biggest thing is to listen to the community and respond to their needs accordingly. </span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Investing in public transit is one way to resolve the climate issues attached to car-centric development. I’m a big supporter of the rail station that we’re building. In the same notion, we also need to tackle the construction defects issue in Colorado so we can build more apartments and condos to provide more people with homeownership opportunities. </span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We won’t build our way out of this problem. There’s not enough land; there’s not enough water, there’s simply not enough resources to do so. We also need to start thinking about what Longmont’s ideal size is. That way we can continue to provide the services that people depend on like fire and police, while also preserving the town’s unique character. </span></li>
<li><b>Affordable housing/Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We’ve been working on this in the city for a while. That’s one reason why we had to take over the Longmont Housing Authority. In my mind, they basically forced us into this situation because of their negligence. Right now, we’re exploring the use of ADUs, but we know they won’t work everywhere. I also plan to work with homeowners associations to reduce barriers to building more affordable housing where appropriate. </span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: If we shift money over to support the state’s preschool education program, then something else in Longmont will get underfunded. If you never want to be able to sell a bond again, this is a great way to do it. We don’t want to overtax anybody but stepping in to help fund the gap would force us to tax a certain part of the population over others, kind of like how metro districts work. </span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">When we look at the evidence of the gun violence epidemic, it’s sad. It’s an expensive issue for cities. We can work with insurance companies so people have to take out a policy to buy a gun. Maybe AR-15s and other weapons of war will become so costly that it dissuades people from buying them. I&#8217;m not against somebody having a gun for hunting purposes or for safety purposes. I&#8217;m against people acting like their Second Amendment rights trump my right to life.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66026" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Steve-Altschuler-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Steve-Altschuler-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Steve-Altschuler-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Steve-Altschuler-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Steve-Altschuler-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Steve-Altschuler.jpg 1500w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Steve Altschuler &#8211; UNQUALIFIED </b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: If the homeless that we’re talking about are disabled or veterans, then we need to step in and help them. The same goes for someone who maybe lived in Longmont for an extended period of time and paid taxes. Otherwise, we’re going to attract people from all over the country if we just give out subsidies to anyone who asks.  </span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: I’m not a big fan of building high-density housing to improve walkability. People want to live in Longmont because it’s more of a bedroom community and is more affordable than other places like Boulder or Denver. I would support building more walking and biking trails for people to get to King Soopers or other stores. </span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Right now, city council seems focused on acquiring as much land as possible to build as much housing as it can. I don’t think this is a way to maintain the character of Longmont. I could see us building a few more townhome communities to give people a way to step into homeownership, but we also need to focus on connecting these communities to the rest of Longmont. </span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: One way to make housing more affordable in Longmont is to get rid of the city’s affordable housing requirements. All they do is drive up the cost of construction for developers. I think a smarter way to make housing more affordable is to stop taxing people so much and allow the city’s residents to keep more of their income. </span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: There are things that people should be personally responsible for, and their children are one of them. I think our government should be primarily focused on providing fire and police services, not universal daycare. Hiring government employees to fix this mess will just increase taxes for the rest of us. </span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Criminals will always find a way to get guns, so the answer isn’t to take guns away from reasonable and law-abiding citizens. Places that have the toughest gun laws, like Chicago, also have some of the highest rates of gun violence. On mental health, we need to make it easier for people who need treatment to get treatment.</span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>Longmont City Council &#8211; Ward 1</b></h2>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65979" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Diane-Crist-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Diane Crist</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Property taxes push people out, creating more homeless. This is kind of a whole enchilada here. Historically, we&#8217;ve been through times like this before —  the 1970s, the 1930s — significant things need to happen. We need Reaganomics to bring down inflation, deregulate, lower our taxes, and balance our budgets.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: On the Transportation Board we started talking about Vision Zero because we have a safety issue with the way transportation is right now. It&#8217;s very centralized. And that just doesn&#8217;t work. The big initiative that we picked was Vision Zero. We&#8217;re working on developing that within the city, which is zero traffic deaths.</span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: High density housing is meant to be more affordable, but it&#8217;s from isolated services. The thing we need most is for transportation services, which could connect quite easily at a commercial center like the blighted Safeway. It&#8217;d be a nice five errand stop and you could catch a bus there, which makes things a lot more affordable.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We&#8217;ve got to put a break on property taxes. The Gallagher Amendment was written back in the 1970s in a similar economic climate. It was repealed, and the idea was we would replace it, but what we did was we removed it without replacing it. In the meantimeI&#8217;m asking the city council to consider property tax rebates.</span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: It&#8217;s a frustration to those who work in government funding. We need to not vote in the initiatives on the ballot this year. We need to give it three years and see where we are financially. Currently, we don&#8217;t have any childcare facilities on the north end of town, but there are empty storefronts that can be brought into condition. The real road forward is to trim down the expenses. We have to partner with the private sector.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Often we try to come up with a micro solution to what&#8217;s a macro problem. There&#8217;s a homeless engagement professional, a liaison that keeps tabs on that community. That seems to be helping that community find the services they need. I&#8217;m not in favor of needle exchanges.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65988" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Harrison-Earl-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Harrison-Earl-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Harrison-Earl-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Harrison-Earl-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Harrison-Earl-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Harrison-Earl-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Harrison-Earl.jpg 1760w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Harrison Earl &#8211; QUALIFIED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: It’s important to remember that we’re talking about human beings when we talk about the unhoused. I would work to connect them with better services and resources. I would look to other communities to find ways we can work collaboratively to solve the problem.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: One of my key objectives is to make sure we have a livable Longmont. Part of being in a livable community is having a public transit system that works for the community and isn’t only built to serve Main Street. I love the idea of microtransit as well. We should also work to improve our sidewalks and build more protected bike lanes to help the city meet its Vision Zero goals. </span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Parks, greenspaces and open areas are what make Longmont a phenomenal place to live and I want them to be enjoyed by future generations. There are ways we can support more growth without sacrificing open land. We should look at certain areas close to downtown that can accommodate more multi-family housing.</span></li>
<li><b>Affordable housing/Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We need more supply in the community, and that includes more subsidized properties and market-rate homes. Longmont has historically built either single-family homes or apartments and nothing in between. We need to diversify housing stock, one way to do that is speed-up the approval process for developments.</span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: There’s a group in Longmont that has been pushing for an early childhood education program and a regional tax to support it. While I’m not in favor of new taxes, I like the idea of expanding public education and would support those ideas.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">The mental health challenges we’re facing are much bigger than the City of Longmont can handle by itself. We need federal and state officials to dramatically increase the funding we receive for supportive services, and should be sending trained professionals to help these individuals instead of police officers. I would support programs like gun buybacks to reduce the number of guns on the street.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66011" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Nia-Wassink-scaled-e1697760383537-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Nia-Wassink-scaled-e1697760383537-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Nia-Wassink-scaled-e1697760383537-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Nia-Wassink-scaled-e1697760383537-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Nia-Wassink-scaled-e1697760383537-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Nia-Wassink-scaled-e1697760383537-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Nia-Wassink-scaled-e1697760383537.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Nia Wassink &#8211; </b><b>ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: I’ve spent a lot of my career working with the homeless community. First and foremost, housing is the solution. People can&#8217;t get into stable employment, substance use treatment, or mental health support services unless they have housing. Right now, we’re relying on the kindness of our faith community and that’s non sustainable.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Longmont has grown in a lot of fantastic ways. We were recently named by People For Bikes as the #10 city for our infrastructure. And a lot of folks are looking at multimodal solutions for themselves. I think we have a duty to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and make our streets safer for pedestrians. That’s why I support our Vision Zero goals. </span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: One of the things that really appeals to the people of Longmont is the city’s diversity. We have amazing cultural art centers and we’ve created a city that allows people from different socioeconomic backgrounds to live here. If we don’t have a diverse housing stock, then become a city that only appeals to the elite. We need to balance our green spaces with housing that people can afford. </span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: There isn’t a silver bullet for this problem. We need to do it all by addressing zoning issues, supporting accessory dwelling units, and supporting infill development so that folks aren’t pushed to the outskirts of our city. We need townhomes, apartments, condos, and single-family homes. We need to figure out where we can put them so they don’t disturb our community environment. </span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: I was part of the Early Childhood Alliance for Boulder County that was pushing for a special district to provide more education funding for kids. We are heading toward an early childhood education crisis in this country. Funds from the American Rescue Plan Act are about to run out. The local government must play a role in the solution.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">We have amazing programs in Longmont like the Restorative Justice Program, but we need to do a better job of addressing the underlying needs of young adults. Crime is a symptom of deeper issues. We need to improve our services for people who struggle with their mental health, and raise salaries for social workers and mental health clinicians.</span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>Longmont City Council &#8211; Ward 3</b></h2>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-58661" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/gary-hodges_election_yellowscene_2022_10-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/gary-hodges_election_yellowscene_2022_10-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/gary-hodges_election_yellowscene_2022_10-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/gary-hodges_election_yellowscene_2022_10.jpg 680w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Gary Hodges &#8211; UNQUALIFIED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: The city published a pamphlet that has a half-dozen shelter options, food options, and resources for people who don’t have to be living on the streets. It’s really about vagrancy.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Public transit is fine, but we’re a relatively small town. I think RTD more broadly will almost always say “no” to expending resources here. We need to look at other options like expanding specialty lines to football games or to the airport, or at beautifying our existing public transit stops with public art to encourage more use. </span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Longmont is going to continue to see growth and I am not opposed to the idea of adding more affordable housing, fundamentally. We need to identify an end game because the blind pursuit of affordable housing can have major consequences.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: It’s expensive because a lot of people want to live here. Something that the city council needs to address is the increasing local utility costs. Electricity prices have increased this year and could increase next year. The city has a plan to draw 100% of its power from renewable energy sources but we can’t shut down our coal-powered energy plants. It’s just fantasy.</span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Our role would be to lobby state lawmakers for a solution to the problem, and partner with surrounding communities to send letters of support for different pieces of legislation. I am not sure that we can do anything at the local level to address this issue. </span></li>
<li><b>Crime: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">This is not something that the city council can solve. It must come from the state. People don’t feel as safe as they used to. That’s been caused by the push for reduced sentencing at the state level by Attorney General Weiser. I’m not going to ask the police to crack skulls, but we need to get back to community-value policing, go after the criminals, and protect rights of law-abiding citizens. </span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66020" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Ron-Gallegos-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Ron Gallegos </b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: I don’t think there need to be any more large shelters built because between half or three-quarters of the unhoused population are lacking the necessary mental health support they need. We can thank Ronald Regan for that. I would support building a temporary housing community with shipping containers that is managed by a third-party. </span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We need to have more owner-occupied, mixed-use, and condo communities in Longmont so that people don’t have to drive to get their basic necessities. If you live near where you work, then people don’t have to use cars as much and that would make Longmont safer for pedestrians. </span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We need to start talking about the sustainability of our community. Longmont is in “maintenance mode.” We should be looking at new infrastructure to accommodate growth. We could increase fees for park space and make other fees for water, stormwater, and sewage go away. I would also encourage mixed-use development in places that have been traditionally commercial or retail areas. </span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We need to streamline the building relationship between developers and the planning community to get them all marching in the same direction together. The last thing we should do is shove a top-down solution on the community. Instead, we should get a bottom-up solution with a lot of buy-in. </span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Education isn’t the city’s area of expertise. That’s why we have a school board. We’ve got enough on our plate to fill it, and then some. We don’t need to be looking out for any other problems. </span></li>
<li><b>Crime: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">We don’t have any mental health professionals listed on Longmont’s staff. Nor should we. That doesn’t mean we can’t be supportive, but we need to stay in our lane. Gun violence is a similar issue. That’s a federal, not a state or city-level issue. Policies like extended waiting periods seem to be popular with the public, but I don’t think gun buybacks are something Longmont should consider.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b>Spencer Adams &#8211; NO REPLY</b></h3>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66029" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Susan-Hidalgo-Fahring-2-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Susan Hidalgo-Fahring &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Homelessness</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: I have been working on streamlining the way our Neighborhood Impact Teams work with other community organizations to connect people with services. We need to remember that many of our unhoused neighbors are living in flight-or-fight mode and don’t always have the ability to think about finding services when they don’t know where their next meal is coming from.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We need to have more options for people who rely on public transportation. Our transportation department recently acquired a grant to support micro-transit. We can’t have people waiting at a bus stop for 30 minutes. We increase the frequency which our public transit operates. I’m also glad to support our Vision Zero goals of making our streets safer for pedestrians. </span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: The people who work in Longmont should be able to live here as well. But a lot of the jobs that we have are so-called working middle class jobs and those are the people who are struggling most to afford housing. I support building more affordable or attainable housing for these folks.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: One way to make housing more affordable for all is to raise the minimum wage. We have to make sure it aligns with our cost of living. This is something I’ve advocated. Providing housing is one part of the solution, and making sure people can pay for that housing is the other. </span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: One of</span> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Longmont’s priorities is early childhood education and that goal has been in place before the state’s push for universal early childhood education. We want to expand those services. We have to make sure these services are affordable for impoverished families.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I work to educate the community about the mental health services that are available to them. We also want to make sure we’re sending the right responders to the scene. On gun safety, we need to tighten up our red flag law and start holding people accountable for gun crimes. </span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>Longmont Ballot Measures </b></h2>
<p><b>3C &#8211; New Library Funded by Mill Levy and Sales Tax Increases | </b><b>Vote: </b><span style="color: #339966;"><b>Yes</b></span></p>
<p><b>3D &#8211; New Arts &amp; Entertainment Center Funded by Mill Levy and Sales Tax Increases | </b><b>Vote: <span style="color: #339966;">Yes</span></b></p>
<p><b>3E New Recreation Facilities Funded by Mill Levy and Sales Tax Increases | </b><b>Vote: <span style="color: #339966;">Yes</span></b></p>
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<h1><b>Superior Elections</b></h1>
<h2><b>Superior Ballot Measures</b></h2>
<p><b>301 &#8211; Home Rule Charter: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Shall the Town of Superior form a home rule charter commission for the purpose of drafting a home rule charter? | </span><b>Vote: <span style="color: #339966;">Yes</span></b></p>
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<h1><b>Thornton Elections</b></h1>
<h2><b>Thornton Mayor</b></h2>
<h3><b>Jan Kulmann &#8211; </b><b>UNQUALIFIED</b></h3>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66000" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Julia-Marvin-e1697760461992-200x200.jpeg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Julia-Marvin-e1697760461992-200x200.jpeg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Julia-Marvin-e1697760461992-300x300.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Julia-Marvin-e1697760461992-768x768.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Julia-Marvin-e1697760461992.jpeg 890w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Julia Marvin &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We need to expand services that we have to help people at the moment, we have our cold weather program where we provide vouchers when it gets really cold. I would like to see that program expanded to include the summer we&#8217;re starting to see more and more days of nearly 100 degrees or higher.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We need to be putting more resources into making sure that our roads and our sidewalks are all well maintained.We really need to start looking at some alternatives besides RTD. We need more Micro Mobility public transportation options.</span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Community feel is what people really love about Thorton. People do wish we had more small businesses, coffee shops, restaurants, it adds to the character. Do we really need a gas station on every corner? </span></li>
<li><b>Cost of Living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We should create a housing inventory for the city to figure out what we’re missing, where the gaps are, and then create a housing strategic plan. We could be doing inclusionary zoning policies that would require developers to allocate a certain percentage of affordable housing units. And that&#8217;s something that the current council has no interest in.</span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Making sure that we&#8217;re paying our early educators living wages is incredibly important. The City could invest in public after school programs that the city runs, we should be investing and expanding those more</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> if someone&#8217;s in crisis usually the initial call is going to be 911. So to have some mental health professionals that can be sent out in those situations is crucial. There was a lot of success working with cities to provide mental health counselors that were embedded in the police departments.</span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>Thornton City Council &#8211; Ward 2 </b></h2>
<h3><b>Angie Bedolla &#8211; DID NOT REPLY</b></h3>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66019" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Roberta-Ayala-e1697760486148-200x200.jpeg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Roberta-Ayala-e1697760486148-200x200.jpeg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Roberta-Ayala-e1697760486148-300x300.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Roberta-Ayala-e1697760486148-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Roberta-Ayala-e1697760486148-768x768.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Roberta-Ayala-e1697760486148.jpeg 1516w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Roberta Ayala &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I&#8217;ve seen it in my neighborhood. I live by a pretty big park and there are folks camping there. We don&#8217;t really have much funding for our homeless outreach team. We have to fund mental health and human services. I worked in human services, we need those folks, we need to pay them so they stay.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I grew up in the original neighborhood of Thornton, it&#8217;s more walkable. Other places, you&#8217;re getting a little bit into the food desert area, where there&#8217;s a lot of housing but not any resources nearby. Roads are built for the car, not for the person. There&#8217;s tons of accidents. A lot of neighbors reach out to me as a community leader because they&#8217;re frustrated. We can build it so it&#8217;s safer for our community.</span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I think we haven&#8217;t been balancing, we&#8217;ve been concentrating more on developers. Our current Council is more interested in pandering to developers with corporate profit interests. Their campaigns have been bankrolled by developers. How do we fold our community into these conversations? I want to get Thorton back to a city that represents people, not corporate profit.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of Living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Housing that is built for people, affordable housing, isn&#8217;t going to be the developer’s top priority. Typically they push housing that is affordable, into the denser, older neighborhoods, and then the luxury apartments and single use McMansions north, and that&#8217;s not sustainable. Part of my platform is that we need housing everywhere.</span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I sent my son to the Thornton Rec Center, preschool program, and it was fairly affordable. I was pretty much a single mom at the time. We should keep those programs affordable, even though it was just a few days a week. I&#8217;m a fan of education as early as you can.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We have a progressive and well funded police force but we&#8217;re asking our police department to do a lot of things that they are maybe not best trained to do. We started a responder program, but we have to look at adding more resources because a lot of the unhoused folks in Thornton are having mental health issues.</span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>Thornton City Council &#8211; Ward 3</b></h2>
<h3><b>David Acunto &#8211; </b><b>REFUSED INTERVIEW</b></h3>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66008" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Mark-Gormley-2-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Mark Gormley &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We have a capitalist system wrapped around what is supposed to be our democratic system and we should be taking care of everybody. We don&#8217;t have enough money for support programs. We want to give everybody what they&#8217;re asking for, because the need is out there, but where&#8217;s the money coming from? </span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> A number of people I&#8217;ve spoken to have voiced their desire for better eating establishments. Thornton does a really good job with green spaces, and trails, and we need to make sure that we maintain the ones that exist, and continue to develop those and make sure that the green spaces and trails are in the interest of the citizens and not the developers.</span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We don&#8217;t have enough affordable housing, specifically what I mean is the other three Wards all have a lot more apartments. So anybody starting out new is not going to be able to afford these single family homes that are cropping up endlessly.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of Living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> In my case, KB Home was able to roll up all the infrastructure expenses into bonds, and when they walk away, they leave the bonds behind for the homeowners to pay, and then they call it property taxes when it&#8217;s really infrastructure expenses that are put into these bonds.</span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">  It would be wonderful if we had the ability to do this, to accommodate people&#8217;s needs. I&#8217;m all for public education. We&#8217;re going back to the whole funding issue. I&#8217;m wondering if we have the facilities for such a thing.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> In the 1980s, Reagan started closing down a lot of mental facilities across the country. We&#8217;re not putting the resources into it, and then many wonder why we have so many homeless. A lot of this because they have no alternative. Mental health resources can help prevent crime because people aren&#8217;t putting in a situation where they need to perpetrate crime.</span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>Thornton City Council &#8211; Ward 4</b></h2>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65973" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Chris-Russell-scaled-e1697760542277-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Chris-Russell-scaled-e1697760542277-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Chris-Russell-scaled-e1697760542277-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Chris-Russell-scaled-e1697760542277-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Chris-Russell-scaled-e1697760542277-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Chris-Russell-scaled-e1697760542277.jpg 1386w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Christopher Russell &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> My solution is to increase funding for our HOT team, our homeless outreach team here in Thornton, which is understaffed. We need to get communities together, so that we&#8217;re not just moving the unhoused across city lines, but actually providing help.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Where I live, off Highway 7, there are few bus routes. I believe that the city should run a study and consider running our own mass transit bus system. Spend some money on additional bike lanes and connecting trails.</span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Simply by building townhomes, condos, those are higher dense, but they are housing that is innately more affordable.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of Living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> If we are going to erect condos or townhomes we need to designate 20-30% of those as affordable units that have a certain limitation on the price.</span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> My wife’s level of frustration was through the roof because we couldn&#8217;t get answers right away and right deadlines were coming and you had to commit. There needs to be dedicated personnel that can help review and take in information for the betterment of the program.</span></li>
<li><b>Crime &amp; Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I am a big advocate for having a universal health care system. I think that we start at the top with our federal government. I think the American population in general needs better access to medical treatment across the board, not just mental health. </span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b>Nicole Matkowsky &#8211; DID NOT REPLY</b></h3>
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<h1><b>Dacono Elections</b></h1>
<h2><b>City Council &#8211; At Large</b></h2>
<h3><b>Daniel J. Spagnuolo &#8211; DID NOT REPLY</b></h3>
<h3><b>David O’Day &#8211; DID NOT REPLY</b></h3>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65981" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Doris-Crespo-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Doris Crespo &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">We don’t have a lot of unhoused people around our area, so I’d definitely look more into it and do a lot more research into it if it was something affecting Dacono.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I think we have a plan with a lot of development coming to Dacono, so I’m really excited about that, definitely more housing and more businesses. I’m really looking forward to growth in that way.</span></li>
<li><b>Development: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I think we all definitely have to work together. I think we are going to have a lot of growth in Colorado.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living:</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Who&#8217;s not struggling to pay for housing right now? That is something we should all be concerned about. I believe working together with different people, different organizations, I think we could all help with that.</span></li>
<li><b>Education: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I agree there is that problem. I would have to do a lot more research on it to make a decision.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b>Mike Mathiesen &#8211; DID NOT REPLY</b></h3>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66018" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Rick-Gerking-e1697760574321-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Rick-Gerking-e1697760574321-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Rick-Gerking-e1697760574321-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Rick-Gerking-e1697760574321-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Rick-Gerking-e1697760574321.jpg 805w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Rick Gerk &#8211; QUALIFIED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Currently the issue is not afflicting Dacono to where it’s a high priority. I haven’t heard of it in my community or other communities within Dacono.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">We’re not going to build another King Soopers on the south side of 52. We need to be reasonably thinking about the direction we want Dacono to go. What’s attainable, and set those sights in a realistic manner.</span></li>
<li><b>Development: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">As a council member your responsibility is to think about the current residents. I have an appreciation for people who have been here for a number of years in the original, central part of the city, and then be mindful of where we want to be in the future. I think the balance for that seems to be a sticky point for our city.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Home prices and living prices in Dacono are much lower compared to Erie, to Thornton, to Broomfield. Dacono is pretty well primed to support any kind of person who wants to move here, we have housing options for anybody who has any sort of respectable income to support and sustain themselves.</span></li>
<li><b>Education: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Childcare is very hard to get into, the affordability is beyond many, so I do think there is an issue. There is a big gap between availability of childcare providers and then a big gap between what people can actually afford to pay. I think it’s a multi-layered issue. I do feel for families.</span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>Dacono Ballot Measures</b></h2>
<p><b>City Manager Selection and Role</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> &#8211; Shall the City of Dacono Home Rule Charter be amended to require the City Council to appoint and remove the City Manager and other appointed officers by resolution and require the City Manager to devote their work primarily to the City and not hold any elected or appointed office or otherwise engage in activities contrary to the interest of the City? | </span><b>Vote: <span style="color: #339966;">Yes</span></b></p>
<p><b>Open Government Training for Councilmembers</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> &#8211; Shall the City of Dacono Home Rule Charter be amended to incorporate an Open Government Policy; require councilmembers and members of boards and commissions to attend periodic training regarding open government; include requirements for open meetings, notices, and agendas; provide that special meeting notices may be delivered to councilmembers by email; limit discussion and formal action at meetings to items included on meeting agendas except when an emergency requires immediate action; and require disclosures when relatives of councilmembers and members of boards and commissions appear before such bodies? | </span><b>Vote: <span style="color: #339966;">Yes</span></b></p>
<p><b>Pro-Term Mayoral Selection</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> &#8211; Shall the City of Dacono Home Rule Charter be amended to provide that councilmembers take office at the first regular or special meeting following certification of the results of their election; a Mayor Pro-tem shall be appointed by the city council following certification of the results of each regular or special election; and the Mayor Pro-tem may be replaced at any time with another councilmember by at least four (4) affirmative votes of the council? | </span><b>Vote: <span style="color: #339966;">Yes</span></b></p>
<p><b>Tax Levy for Library</b> <span style="font-weight: 400;">Shall the City of Dacono, Colorado be included in the High Plains Library District, for which the current rate of property tax levied is 3.177 mills? | </span><b>Vote: <span style="color: #339966;">Yes</span></b></p>
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<h1><b>Westminster Elections</b></h1>
<h2><b>Westminster City Council &#8211; At Large</b></h2>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65963" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Amber-Hott-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Amber-Hott-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Amber-Hott.jpg 225w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Amber Hott &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We have navigators who go into the unhoused community, build relationships, and offer assistance. The issue that we have right now is they only had two navigators, and one of them recently quit. One or two people cannot help the amount of unhoused people we have in our community. I would speak to the navigator that we currently have to find out what their needs are.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Any future development needs to be mixed use so amenities are within walking distance and building roads and sidewalks that are safe for people to walk. Also, there are areas where our sidewalks don’t continue. There are people who are pushing a stroller, maybe they&#8217;re in a wheelchair, what happens when the sidewalk just stops?</span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We need to continue to protect our open space. We need to look at the characteristics of the neighborhoods that are already there, and do what we can to make sure that whatever we&#8217;re building fits. Things, like duplexes and fourplexes, you can build them in a way that they look like single family homes.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We have a development called the Uplands Development. We were supposed to have 600 affordable units, that has dropped down to 300. It took a long time to get through the processes with the city. If the developer comes in and their main concern is making the max amount of money, I&#8217;m gonna think twice about approving when we have developers that invest back in our community.</span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: I&#8217;ve been building relationships with the people on the school board. When I&#8217;ve been talking to principals, educators, superintendents, really wanting to understand how we can partner to help our kids. One of the areas that they need help with is they don&#8217;t have enough space for their preschool. We don&#8217;t just have areas without grocery stores, we have areas where we don&#8217;t have enough childcare.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-50419" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Bruce-Baker-e1697760607725-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Bruce-Baker-e1697760607725-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Bruce-Baker-e1697760607725.jpg 250w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Bruce Baker &#8211; UNQUALIFIED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We need to remind the counties it is their responsibility. The path we chose more than a year ago hasn&#8217;t yielded the results we had hoped for. We need a different strategy.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: One of the problems is that there&#8217;s nothing to walk to in this area. The Uplands is on Federal Boulevard, which has bus transit. The closest grocery store is on 104th. That&#8217;s two miles, one each way. Two miles doesn&#8217;t suit anybody&#8217;s definition of walkability.</span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Westminster is a completely car dependent community. If you want to have private green spaces, lawns, landscapes, you need space. You end up being car dependent. Mass transit does not work with low density housing. You need points of origin and points of destination on the lines. We don&#8217;t have that, we&#8217;re not built that way.</span></li>
<li><b>Affordable housing/Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Affordable housing is more of a scam to get the city to relax our housing codes and requirements so corporations can make bigger profits. The Uplands is just a prime example of this.There&#8217;s not going to be any affordable housing there at all. Anyone who thinks so is really nurturing a fantasy. They’re gonna make as much money as they can.</span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: The problem is way too big than even the state government and sometimes you have to scratch your head, and say ‘how carefully did they look at this before promising?’ Here&#8217;s where promises far exceeded capabilities.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65975" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Claire-Carmelia-200x200.jpeg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Claire-Carmelia-200x200.jpeg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Claire-Carmelia-300x300.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Claire-Carmelia.jpeg 512w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Claire Carmelia &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: This is of extreme personal importance to me. I&#8217;m passionate about ensuring we do the most that we can in a compassionate, humane and holistic way. I believe that we need to partner with others for better solutions that work in a broader way for the Front Range. I have been having discussions with our neighbors in Arvada, Lakewood, and Thornton, trying to gather ideas of how they are tackling the issue.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: I could not afford a car until I was 27, and that was very limiting. I believe that we need more mixed use zoning. We should make sure that it&#8217;s not just a subdivision out in the middle of nowhere, the only way to and from via car. Hopefully we&#8217;re having houses to the same places as restaurants and entertainment, and then folks can walk to where they&#8217;re going.</span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: It comes down to planning smart. Where do we put housing and what kind of housing do we select to be built? Housing can be planned around transit, RTD stations, etc. We&#8217;re trying to avoid building on spaces that have not been built before.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We all live in Westminster for a reason. It is a beautiful city with gorgeous views. We want to protect our parks and open spaces. That is a priority and always will be. I think that we need to build smart and plan ahead because growth is just a part of life, and trying to inhibit growth, inhibits our economy. It also pushes current residents out because if they ever want to downsize, there is no available property for them.</span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: It&#8217;s prudent upon local government to find solutions, even when perhaps before there weren&#8217;t any. With that said, I don&#8217;t know exactly what we can do. But with the many schools that recently shut down, we now have available buildings and lands that I would like to see used for the community. I really hope that they end up being used in some way for the kids.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b>Jeff Jones &#8211; DID NOT REPLY</b></h3>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66001" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Karen-Kalavity-200x200.png" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Karen-Kalavity-200x200.png 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Karen-Kalavity.png 297w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Karen Kalavity</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Luckily I&#8217;m not one of them, but I could have been. I had a foreclosure during the 2011 recession. We should have some housing available for people to live in for a year, not just the night when it gets cold. </span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Focus on pedestrian oriented neighborhoods rather than just transit oriented neighborhoods. Focus on neighborhood design that accommodates walkability first. We need public transit throughout the city, not just to downtown Denver.</span></li>
<li><b>Development:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I&#8217;m fighting against the Uplands Development as a city council candidate. We need to protect our open space, and concentrate our density development in a place like the new downtown.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of Living:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> It shouldn&#8217;t be 300 units of all the same kind of housing, it should be intermixed with other housing. That reduces stigma and allows people to work within their community. Any new construction needs to incorporate least 15% truly affordable housing.</span></li>
<li><b>Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> With declining enrollment they are closing lots of elementary schools. Maybe those buildings could be used partially as pre-K facilities.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66003" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Kristine-Ireland-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Kristine Ireland &#8211; UNQUALIFIED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: The city has gotten a hotel for these people, spending a million dollars a year, but the problem has not changed. I think you can give too much and people will become not self-reliant. It&#8217;s not good for people to be given everything. They need to get ways to help them learn how to do a resume, get a job, those kinds of things I would be willing to advocate for.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We&#8217;re really spread out, and people have to get to work. You can&#8217;t expect people not to work. I mean, my husband works outside of the city, he has no choice and sadly enough a lot of our city employees live outside the city. The number one problem we can address is to hire within so people can be closer to work.</span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: I think we just need to stop it, and address how we are changing our suburb into Denver. We didn&#8217;t move here to be Denver. We moved here to get away from traffic and high density. I like Boulders&#8217; approach to caring about people&#8217;s sunshine, they won&#8217;t build anything if it blocks your sunshine.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: The number one problem with housing being affordable is the taxes — property taxes, water rates, and sales tax. Corporations have been buying up single family homes and turning them into rentals. Westminster has the highest rent costs in the entire state of Colorado, but letting corporations buy up these houses, we&#8217;re gonna have a problem until 2030.</span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: I haven&#8217;t ever thought about this one too much. I have children, my own. Some went to preschool, some didn&#8217;t go to preschool. I would have to look into that more, because no one&#8217;s brought that up to me at all in this city.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66017" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Rich-Seymour-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Richard Seymour &#8211; UNQUALIFIED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: The answer is not more government assistance, that&#8217;s already been tried. As a city, unlike a county, we receive no human services dollars. We have to find a creative way to address homelessness in our city. It&#8217;s a continuum of compassionate care with mental health, co-responders in our police department, homeless navigators who do the follow up contacts, and we have a budget for temporary bed sites. Those who don&#8217;t want to take advantage of the services just move from one place to the other.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: This is the western United States. It is not high density Eastern, or Western corridors. That creates an issue as far as moving people out of cars. We&#8217;re hoping that either Front Range Rail or RTD  will have a stop at the new downtown, which we have a spot carved out for. We also have a development at our train station at 71st. and Irving that is part of the end of the D line where we have two developments going in there.</span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Our current Council just updated our comprehensive plan, which took a very hard look at our number one resource: water. We asked staff to reduce the density on some parcels to make sure that what we did build, we had water for. No water, no building. We want to maintain unique neighborhoods, unique styles, a little bit of everything for everybody, to keep our suburban mix.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Inventory over time will help with the cost. There&#8217;s no immediate short term fixes. Westminster has two remaining large parcels to build everything from single family homes, paired homes, townhomes. Entry level homes should be 30% of the healthy market. Because of our state legislature unwilling to fix this or address it, it&#8217;s less than 3% of our market.</span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Local governments absolutely cannot fill that gap. Governor Polis over-promised and under-delivered.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66035" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tim-Pegg-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Timothy Pegg &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: We got to make progress on the high rent in the metro area. Westminster can do its part and will help with some of the homeless folks. Some of them have problems with drug use or mental health so I think there needs to be updating of our knowledge constantly about the best ways to get those folks the help they need.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: I would make sure that we&#8217;re doing things with transit oriented developments so we aren&#8217;t incentivizing people to drive when places can be accessed on foot and by bus. I can think of a couple city policies that are, in effect, paying people to drive. We&#8217;re shooting ourselves in the foot and we need to stop.</span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: I think accessory dwelling units are a great way to do that. They don&#8217;t really change the neighborhood character, but there&#8217;s an opportunity to develop more. Additionally, we have some city owned open space we shouldn&#8217;t sell off.</span></li>
<li><b>Affordable housing</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Accessory dwelling units: granny cottages, that type of construction gives homeowners an opportunity, and will soften price pressure on the housing market. It&#8217;s a win-win for young families, or an aging relative, they can live in your backyard. They&#8217;re not competing with someone else for housing, and they&#8217;re close to someone who can help take care of them.</span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Unfortunately, I&#8217;m not really familiar enough with the specifics on that.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66039" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/William-Scott-Shilling-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />William “Scott” Shilling &#8211; UNQUALIFIED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Unhoused</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Now for those that are truly homeless, I don&#8217;t know. I want to try and figure out how to help them without subsidizing them with taxpayer money. I&#8217;d like to hear what the proposals are. I&#8217;m okay to help them. But vagrants, I want to make it uncomfortable so that they move on someplace else.</span></li>
<li><b>Infrastructure</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: This is a suburb. A suburb is traditionally single family housing, cars are just part of that. If you want to get into a discussion about cars hurting the environment, I can get into that. I&#8217;m not going to bring in more high density apartments and things of that nature. We want to keep this community more of a sober, classic suburb of single family units.</span></li>
<li><b>Development</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Westminster has a certain amount of open space. Simply gobbling up all of the open space and shoving in high density apartments is not where I want to take us. Westminster’s population is currently about 125,000. I want to keep it right in that range, and make sure we keep our open spaces open. And guess what? It&#8217;s full.</span></li>
<li><b>Cost of living</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: You cannot have taxpayers subsidize other people&#8217;s lifestyles. Employers are going to need to raise their salaries to pay people a living wage. A lot of it depends on the administration who&#8217;s in charge, and what they&#8217;re doing to stop inflation, and stop illegal immigration. It starts at the federal government.</span></li>
<li><b>Education</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Schools in Westminster are more controlled by the county. The county is the one responsible for that, the state and county. I don&#8217;t want to get into schools. There&#8217;s so many people breathing down schools’ necks. I don&#8217;t need the City Council of Westminster also breathing down the necks of the schools. It&#8217;s a county and state issue and I don&#8217;t want to subsidize the county or the state with city money.</span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>Westminster Ballot Measures</b></h2>
<p><b>3L &#8211; Wards: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Shall the Westminster City Council propose by 2026 a system of electing some or all City Council members from geographic wards rather than at-large? | </span><b>Vote: <span style="color: #339966;">Yes</span></b></p>
<p><b>3M &#8211; Budget Control: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Shall the Westminster City Charter, Section 9.6 Budget Control, subsection (2), be amended to change the City Manager’s budgetary control from the departmental budget level to the fund level, in order to allow for more effective financial management? | </span><b>Vote: <span style="color: #339966;">Yes</span></b></p>
<p><b>3N &#8211; Budget Procedures (Timeline): </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Shall the Westminster City Charter, Section 9.2 Budget Procedures, be amended to provide current year expenditures as of July 31 rather than September 1st, in order to provide the community with a more consistent basis of comparison of City expenditures? | </span><b>Vote: <span style="color: #339966;">Yes</span></b></p>
<p><b>3O &#8211; Budget Procedures (Appropriation): </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Shall the Westminster City Charter, Section 13.3 Contracts, subsection (h), be amended to allow the City Manager to designate an individual to certify an appropriation has been made before a contract, agreement, or purchase order is executed, in order to provide more effective management of financial controls? | </span><b>Vote: <span style="color: #339966;">Yes</span></b></p>
<p><b>3P &#8211; Public Announcements:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Shall the Westminster City Charter, Section 17.5 Definition of Publication, Mailing of Notices, be amended to change the requirements for the publication of notices and ordinances from newspaper publication only to allow for either newspaper publication or publication on the City’s official website, or both, in order to allow for notices to reach more people, more effectively, and more quickly? | </span><b>Vote: <span style="color: #339966;">Yes</span></b></p>
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<h1><b>School Board Elections</b></h1>
<h2><b>Boulder Valley School District</b></h2>
<h3><b>District A</b></h3>
<h4><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65992" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Jason-Unger-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Jason Unger </b><b>&#8211; ENDORSED</b></h4>
<ul>
<li><b>Book Bans: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I’m concerned about not just banning books but anti-equity policies around the country. Parents in BVSD have a right to opt their kids out of lessons. Where I draw the line is when parents impact or censor what other kids are learning.</span></li>
<li><b>Early Education &amp; Healthy Meals:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Colorado passed a ballot initiative to have all kids have access to healthy breakfast and lunch. As a teacher in Compton, I could see the advantage that early education provides. The state program’s goal is the right goal.</span></li>
<li><b>DEI &amp; Education: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Diversity of teaching staff is important as well so people can see themselves in teachers. Some schools have a DEI committee and I think that’s a model. I’m supportive of all efforts to promote diversity and ensure welcoming environments.</span></li>
<li><b>Mental Health: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">With a ratio of 450 kids to each counselor we need to do everything we can as a district to lower that ratio to bring in more counselors, both on the career and guidance side but more so on the mental health side.</span></li>
<li><b>Drills &amp; Anxiety: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">We can&#8217;t ignore the fact that these are real threats that we have this real issue and so we have to prepare for these things and do so in a calm and measured way, not with alarmist language. I feel like the district has fairly good plans in place.</span></li>
</ul>
<h4><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66010" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Neil-Fishman-e1697760713905-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Neil-Fishman-e1697760713905-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Neil-Fishman-e1697760713905-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Neil-Fishman-e1697760713905-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Neil-Fishman-e1697760713905-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Neil-Fishman-e1697760713905.jpg 1365w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Neil Fishman &#8211; QUALIFIED</b></h4>
<ul>
<li><b>Book Bans:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I&#8217;m opposed to banning books. Kids need to see themselves in their educational materials. I was engaged very directly to make sure progressive standards were the ones ultimately accepted by the State Board of Education for the K-12 for the entire state of Colorado for social studies standards.</span></li>
<li><b>Early Education &amp; Healthy Meals:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I was not pleased to see we had these great plans but not the resources available to implement the plans fully like we had hoped. I think the voters need to pay attention to the crying need for it and pass Ballot Issue II, it would help us.</span></li>
<li><b>DEI &amp; Education: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">It&#8217;s integral. The absence of it leads to problems in terms of having safe and welcoming schools. A huge part of the learning process is feeling comfortable and safe in the environment you&#8217;re learning in.</span></li>
<li><b>Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> One shining spot right now in BVSD is the Wellness Center model. In its first year almost one out of every two kids in the school spent time in the Wellness Center. BVSD has expanded it to five additional schools.</span></li>
<li><b>Drills &amp; Anxiety:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> we really need to begin to be thinking outside the box. be aware, alert, and have kids be a part of our eyes and ears on the ground. They&#8217;re very connected to their surroundings, there&#8217;s no reason why we shouldn&#8217;t include them in the solutions that we try and come up with.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b>District C</b></h3>
<h4><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65962" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Alex-Medler-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Alex Medler &#8211; </b><b>ENDORSED</b></h4>
<ul>
<li><b>Book Bans:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I believe strongly that we need to resist efforts to ban books or narrow our curriculum, especially ones that try to sanitize how our communities have dealt with difficult things like racism and injustices that have happened, materials are developmentally appropriate.</span></li>
<li><b>Early Education &amp; Healthy Meals: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">We&#8217;re making progress on increasing access to early childhood care. The first year implementation has not gone as anyone would hope. I&#8217;m hoping we have more clarity and transparency and a smooth implementation going forward. </span></li>
<li><b>DEI &amp; Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I support curriculum and materials that are inclusive of all the kids we have. Every student should see themselves represented. </span></li>
<li><b>Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> There&#8217;s no single program or policy adjustment that will solve the problem. We need to prioritize it at the district, school and individual staff level. We need to partner with families. Mental health screening is a big deal. LGBTQI+ kids have depression and suicidal tendencies at higher rates.</span></li>
<li><b>Drills &amp; Anxiety: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mental health and sense of belonging is a school safety issue. I support the district’s transition to Safety Resource Officers. BVSD needs to have strong working relationships with all emergency responders and train over the summer, it doesn’t need to be done with 5 year olds in the building.</span></li>
</ul>
<h4><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65965" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Andrew-Steffi-200x200.jpeg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Andrew-Steffi-200x200.jpeg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Andrew-Steffi-300x300.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Andrew-Steffi.jpeg 450w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Andrew Steffl</b></h4>
<ul>
<li><b>Book Bans: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">For the best possible education, students need access to a wide variety of age-appropriate books. I recognize that some parents may object to certain books. The solution is not to ban these for all students, but rather to work with school librarians and staff to limit the student’s access to these materials on a case-by-case basis.</span><b> </b></li>
<li><b>Early Education &amp; Healthy Meals:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> It is important that all children have access to high quality, nutritious meals. BVSD provides free and reduced cost meals to eligible families who sign up for the program. It is important to make sure that all eligible families are aware of this benefit to de-stigmatize it, so kids don’t feel like they are different just because their families are receiving food assistance. </span></li>
<li><b>DEI &amp; Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I believe that students at all levels do best when they are able to see people like themselves represented in their schools. This applies to both teachers and staff as well as students’ curriculum. However, making our students feel seen and included  doesn’t just happen by accident, it takes a conscious effort. We should continue our district’s efforts at DEI.</span></li>
<li><b>Mental Health: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Between the Marshall Fire, the King Soopers shooting, COVID, distance learning, etc. kids in BVSD have been through a lot recently. Mental health issues like stress, anxiety, depression and PTSD are all present in our student population at levels much too high. If elected, it is my number one priority to increase the resources allocated to addressing students’ mental health needs. This includes providing funding for additional counselors and social workers and programs that have been proven to work. </span></li>
<li><b>Drills &amp; Anxiety:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> This is a tricky situation in that it is important to prepare for emergencies, while not also further adding to kids’ anxiety levels. I believe the best way forward is through lots of openness and transparency so kids know in advance that an activity is a rehearsal and not the real thing. I also think it is important for individual students to be able to opt out of participating in preparedness activities if they feel that participating would cause them too much anxiety or stress. </span></li>
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<h4><b>Cynthia Nevison &#8211; DID NOT REPLY</b></h4>
<h3><b>District D</b></h3>
<h4><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65964" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Andrew-Brandt-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Andrew Brandt &#8211; QUALIFIED</b></h4>
<ul>
<li><b>Book Bans:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I recognize the threat of groups like moms for Liberty who are trying to worm their way into school boards all over the country. I oppose reactionary book bans, I oppose the culture that has emerged in which small groups of parents decide they are the arbiters of what everyone in society is allowed to read.</span></li>
<li><b>Early Education &amp; Healthy Meals: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I&#8217;m grateful voters approved universal pre-K in Colorado. We have seen a doubling in one year of the number of students in BVSD, who&#8217;ve enrolled in pre-K. Free and reduced lunch means more than just a free lunch. It means additional access to services, and connection with community organizations.</span></li>
<li><b>DEI &amp; Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> DEI policies exist in the district, specifically to address disparities that have that have happened and educational outcomes that have been that have left gaps. We cannot solve problems if we deny problems exist or pretend that they never existed.</span></li>
<li><b>Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Mental health affects every single kid whether or not they admit it in a survey. We need to increase funding for Wellness Centers, more counseling available. We also have unmet needs for neurodiverse kids, we could use empathy training and more resources.</span></li>
<li><b>Drills &amp; Anxiety: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">School Safety Advocates are engaged with the students at school at lunch, they spend five days a week working on plans and procedures to address a whole range of school safety issues. They arrange drills, and work with the students who feel anxiety and fear about those drills.</span></li>
</ul>
<h4><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66004" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Lalenia-Quinlan-Aweida-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Lalenia Quinlan Aweida &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h4>
<ul>
<li><b>Book Bans: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Policy in BVSD should be informed by the American Library Association and Office of Intellectual Freedom. Book banning is a hard no for me. We should pass statewide legislation to make it illegal to ban books. </span></li>
<li><b>Early Education &amp; Healthy Meals: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">BVSD staffed pre-K as if we had the expected amount of students, but the matching process from the State to preschool was not good. The number of kids did not come in because the matching process didn’t go right.</span></li>
<li><b>DEI &amp; Education:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> There is an intersection between power and oppression. You have to look at DEI through a lens of safety, and make sure students who have identities that put them at greater risk of having an unsafe experience are made to feel safe.</span></li>
<li><b>Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I worked in BVSD classrooms as a sexual abuse prevention educator. We need to let our teachers teach. We need community partners to be sure we&#8217;re buttressing every place that we can on social-emotional issues, and have experts provide support.</span></li>
<li><b>Drills &amp; Anxiety:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We&#8217;ve done the right thing by taking SROs out. That is making a difference. Our disproportionate discipline has decreased by about 4%. That&#8217;s, but we have to continue to think about safety and I fully support our SSA&#8217;s, so they can have good relationships with kids, knowing when there’s a problem on the horizon. We all need implicit bias training.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b>District G</b></h3>
<h4><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65966" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Anil-Pesaramelli-200x200.png" alt="" width="200" height="200" />Anil Pesaramelli</b></h4>
<ul>
<li><b>Book Bans:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I think books are a medium of expression and opinion. I don’t believe books should be banned. I do believe in age appropriate content, for example, we don&#8217;t introduce algebra or calculus to kindergarten students because it&#8217;s not age appropriate.</span></li>
<li><b>Early Education &amp; Healthy Meals: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Early childhood education should be provided. We don&#8217;t have enough money, we should push the authorities to get more funding.</span></li>
<li><b>DEI &amp; Education: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mentors in every area, not just the teaching profession, should reflect diversity because they become a big influence on children growing up.</span></li>
<li><b>Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> More counseling sessions, watch out for people who are showing signs that something is not right. The whole the whole system has to play a part with more with more training to identify those behaviors, more counseling and less punishment.</span></li>
<li><b>Drills &amp; Anxiety:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> More training, to say that this could happen but remove the panic part and help students stay alert, and follow instructions. Having more information ahead of time.</span></li>
</ul>
<h4><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65998" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Jorge-Chavez-200x200.jpeg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Jorge-Chavez-200x200.jpeg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Jorge-Chavez.jpeg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Jorge Chávez &#8211; QUALIFIED</b></h4>
<ul>
<li><b>Book Bans:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I am opposed to book bans. Censorship is problematic. Parents have a right to select for their own children what they have access to, but I think that the ability to access information to read is a fundamental right to be protected.</span></li>
<li><b>Early Education &amp; Healthy Meals:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> It&#8217;s been difficult for parents to get access. I know. It&#8217;s a process. It&#8217;s a new program going through growing pains. Investment in early childhood education pays off dividends in terms of reducing crime and violence, in terms of academic success, and economic benefits.</span></li>
<li><b>DEI &amp; Education: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">It&#8217;s critical students are reflected on the curriculum, reflected in the faculty and staff. Kids learn well they feel they&#8217;re welcomed and safe. That&#8217;s at the core of what we do. If you&#8217;re not welcoming, if you&#8217;re not seeing yourself, if you&#8217;re not reflected, it has detrimental effects.</span></li>
<li><b>Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> We&#8217;re experiencing a mental health crisis. The movement towards social emotional learning and development in schools is critical. Giving students tools by which they self regulate their emotions and their behavior, and to have the language to speak up when there are problems.</span></li>
<li><b>Drills &amp; Anxiety: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Safety measures we have — hardening schools, metal detectors, police in schools with guns, lockdown drills — are increasing the the mental health load on our kids. What we can do is have strong safety plans, and collaborate with local agencies, to be ready in times of crisis. </span></li>
</ul>
<h4><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-66027" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Stuart-Lord-scaled-e1697760814233-200x200.jpg" alt="" width="200" height="200" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Stuart-Lord-scaled-e1697760814233-200x200.jpg 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Stuart-Lord-scaled-e1697760814233-300x300.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Stuart-Lord-scaled-e1697760814233-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Stuart-Lord-scaled-e1697760814233-768x768.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Stuart-Lord-scaled-e1697760814233-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Stuart-Lord-scaled-e1697760814233.jpg 1856w" sizes="(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px" />Stuart Lord &#8211; </b><b>ENDORSED</b></h4>
<ul>
<li><b>Book Bans</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: One of the ways that people are introduced to a culture or different groups is through books. The district&#8217;s responsibility is to provide educational opportunities for all students to enrich their lives around difference, culture, race, ethnicity, etc.</span></li>
<li><b>Early Education &amp; Healthy Meals:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> I support the initiatives, it was a rocky start, but we need to continue to educate parents on the opportunities, get people into these opportunities at a very early age. It starts with educating parents.</span></li>
<li><b>DEI &amp; Education: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I think it&#8217;s highly important when a student walks across the stage when they graduate, we are able to say that that student has cross-cultural competency. People need to see themselves in the classroom, I think we have to diversify our staff.</span></li>
<li><b>Mental Health:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> The first line of defense for mental health are the people that work in our buildings.Continue to engage with professionals around mental health wellness who can support our students. We don&#8217;t have enough mental health wellness counselors in our schools.</span></li>
<li><b>Drills &amp; Anxiety: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">We build trust with the safety advocates and students so they see them as a caring adult in their life. When a crisis happens, relationships are established with students. I think we need a safety summit to address best practices. </span></li>
</ul>
<h2><b>St. Vrain Valley School District &#8211; <span style="text-decoration: underline;">ALL UNOPPOSED</span></b></h2>
<h3><b>Jacqueline Weiss &#8211; District A &#8211;</b><b> REFUSED INTERVIEW</b></h3>
<h3><b><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-65991" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/James-Berthold-200x200.png" alt="" width="200" height="200" />James Berthold &#8211; District C &#8211; ENDORSED</b></h3>
<ul>
<li><b>Book Bans:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Our goal is to make sure we engage the minority communities&#8217; parents, because engagement in the schools results in higher scores by the students. We never had any problem with anybody complaining about books in our schools.</span></li>
<li><b>Early Education &amp; Healthy Meals: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">They did pass free lunch, everyone gets free lunch. We give free breakfast to Title 1 schools in need. </span></li>
<li><b>DEI &amp; Education: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Equity is in our mission statement. Every student in our school will be given the same opportunities as every other student. We&#8217;ve increased our minority graduation rates over the last six years from 54% to 89%.</span></li>
<li><b>Mental Health: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Our highschool program has tripled the number of counselors and psychiatrists we have in the schools. We have extremely high participation in our extracurriculars, that socio-emotional aspect is important.</span></li>
<li><b>Drills &amp; Anxiety: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">We have a lot of our security systems in our schools. Our hope is that if we have some kind of craziness, all the students know what to do. It’s not provided in a scare tactic way, its explained to them</span></li>
<li><b>Parent &amp; Student complaints:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Administrative staff is critical. I would gather what parents have to say and invite the Superintendent, and he would look into it. In any administration, you’re never sure if everything is bubbling up. </span></li>
</ul>
<h3><b>Michelle Sulek &#8211; District E &#8211; DID NOT REPLY</b></h3>
<h3><b>Geno Lechuga &#8211; District G &#8211; DID NOT REPLY</b></h3>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Recapping some of the main events in Boulder County, Colorado, America, and the world all within the past month.</p>
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<h1><b><span style="color: #ffcc00;">[</span>LOCAL<span style="color: #ffcc00;">]</span></b></h1>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Local political satirist Dariush Namazi was arrested</strong> at a Thornton city council meeting prompting major questions about free speech and lack of public communication by certain Thornton council members.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Council member Maxine Most is recalled</strong> in special election over the refusal to relax building codes in the wake of the Marshall Fire rebuilding.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Truck attempted to run over multiple people</strong> at Boulder’s Central Park, damaging the park in the process. The driver was arrested.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Mt. Evans has been renamed Mt. Blue Sky.</strong> Evans was the governor during the Sand Creek Massacre of numerous Cheyenne and Arapaho people and deserves the dishonor.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>King Sooper’s shooter has been determined competent</strong> enough to stand trial after two years of discussion.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Erie Cheer coach is no longer with the school</strong> after parents attended in-person open-forum meetings and demanded answers from Superintendent Dr. Haddad.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Boulder will have the city’s first ranked choice mayoral vote</strong> after approving the change in 2022.</span></li>
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<h1><b><span style="color: #ffcc00;">[</span>NATIONAL<span style="color: #ffcc00;">]</span></b></h1>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>The Government shutdown was averted for now</strong>, but expect Republicans to again bring it up as a stalling tactic in the future.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>The Republican Speaker race is a mess</strong> after voting to remove Speaker McCarthy, indicative of the Republican Party’s lack of leadership overall.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Robert F. Kennedy announces run in 2024 Presidential Election</strong>, although likely not going to see the same success as others in his family have had.</span></li>
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<h1><b><span style="color: #ffcc00;">[</span>INTERNATIONAL<span style="color: #ffcc00;">]</span></b></h1>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Humanitarian crisis grows in the Gaza Strip</strong> as Israel prepares to retaliate against Hamas for their surprise attack by launching their own invasion.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded</strong> to Professors Katalin Kariko and Drew Weissman for helping develop the mRNA COVID vaccine that saved so many lives.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Solar eclipse dazzles millions</strong> across North America during the middle of the day on Saturday the 14th.</span></li>
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<h1><b>Small Talk</b></h1>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><em>“The full archival report shows the grim truth that at least 31 students from eight tribal nations died while attending the Fort Lewis Indian Boarding School from 1892 to 1909. The ages of those that passed range from five to 22 years old.”</em> &#8211; <strong>KUNC</strong> on History Colorado report on Colorado boarding schools</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><em>“Our officers are Narcan-ing someone almost every day. Jail is low-staffed which has inmates waiting for treatment.”</em> &#8211; Boulder Deputy Police Chief <strong>Stephen Redfearn</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><em>“The ordinance does not give the panel any authority or appeal powers in matters of officer discipline. POP recommendations will remain advisory in nature.”</em> &#8211; <strong>Boulder Beat</strong> on new ordinance for the Police Oversight Panel</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><em>“Just as before and during the war, I said that they must free themselves from our lands, or we will expel them by force. And so it happened. The same will be the fate of the Zangezur corridor.”</em> &#8211; <strong>Azerbaijani president</strong> on his nation’s invasion of Armenia</span></p>
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<h1><b>By the Numbers</b></h1>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="color: #99cc00;"><strong>$3.4 Million</strong></span> &#8211; </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Raised by Boebert challenger Adam Frisch<br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>32%</strong></span> &#8211; </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Boulder area people work remotely, the highest percentage in the nation according to Axios<br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="color: #ff9900;"><strong>81</strong></span> &#8211; </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Pedestrian deaths in Colorado this year so far, with each of the last ten years seeing an increase in fatalities<br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="color: #3366ff;"><strong>75+</strong></span> &#8211; </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Local Election candidates interviewed by YS for our Election Guide<br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>861</strong> </span>&#8211; </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Affordable apartments built in recent years in Boulder according to city data</span></p>
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</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-579-5640</span></p>
<p><b><a href="https://bouldercolorado.gov/services/youth-camps">Boulder Parks and Recreation – School Day Off</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:langerakm@bouldercolorado.gov">langerakm@bouldercolorado.gov</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-253-4271</span></p>
<p><b><a href="https://colorado.edu/sciencediscovery/programs/bvsd-school-day-and-holiday-classes">BVSD School – Day Off and Holiday Classes</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:anthia.munoz@colorado.edu">anthia.munoz@colorado.edu</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-735-8422</span></p>
<p><b><a href="https://boulderjcc.org">Jewish Community Center</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Teen – <a href="mailto:tzuria.malpica@boulderjcc.org">tzuria.malpica@boulderjcc.org</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Elementary School – <a href="mailto:julia.paeglis@boulderjcc.org">julia.paeglis@boulderjcc.org</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-998-1900</span></p>
<p><b><a href="https://junkyardsocialclub.org/day-off-school-camps/">Junkyard Social Club &#8211; Day Off Programs</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:hello@junkyardsocialclub.org">hello@junkyardsocialclub.org</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">970-368-5865</span></p>
<p><b><a href="https://lafayetteco.gov/1950/Schools-Out-camps">Lafayette School’s Out Camps</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:becca.mack@cityoflafayette.com">becca.mack@cityoflafayette.com</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-665-0469</span></p>
<p><b><a href="https://bouldervalley.augusoft.net">Lifelong Learning – BVSD, Superior</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:lifelong.learning@bvsd.org">lifelong.learning@bvsd.org</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">720-561-5968</span></p>
<p><b><a href="https://www.longmontcolorado.gov/departments/departments-e-m/museum/education/teen-craft-create-club">Teen Craft &amp; Create – Longmont Museum and Cultural Center</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-651-8374</span></p>
<p><b><a href="https://erieco.gov/220/General-Interest-Programs">Town Of Erie – Activities and Programs</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:geninterest@erieco.gov">geninterest@erieco.gov</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-926-2797</span></p>
<p><b><a href="https://ymcanoco.org/before-after-care/bvsd/school-day-off-camps">YMCA of North Colorado – BVSD School Day Off Camps</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:schoolage@ymcanoco.org">schoolage@ymcanoco.org</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-664-5455</span></p>
<h1><b>Nature &amp; Science Camps</b></h1>
<p><b><a href="https://dmns.org/learn/onsite-at-the-museum/overnight-adventures/school-camp-in-best-of-the-museum">Denver Museum of Nature and Science &#8211; Winter Break Camp</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:camps@dmns.org">camps@dmns.org</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-307-6000</span></p>
<p><b><a href="https://wildbear.org/snow-school">Wild Bear Nature Center</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:info@wildbear.org">info@wildbear.org</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-258-0495</span></p>
<p><b><a href="http://denverzoo.org/winter-safari-3">Winter Safari Camp – Denver Zoo, Denver</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:safaricamps@denverzoo.org">safaricamps@denverzoo.org</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">720-337-1400</span></p>
<p><b><a href="https://wowchildrensmuseum.org/visit/museum-programs/">WOW! Children&#8217;s Museum</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:info@wowchildrensmuseum.org">info@wowchildrensmuseum.org</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-604-2424</span></p>
<h1><b>Climbing</b></h1>
<p><b><a href="https://abckidsboulder.com/school-holiday-camps">ABC Kids Climbing – Holiday Camps, Boulder</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:info@abckidsclimbing.com">info@abckidsclimbing.com</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-443-5437</span></p>
<p><b><a href="https://boulderrockclub.com/youth/day-off-school-camps/">Boulder Rock Club – Camp, Boulder</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:frontdesk@boulderrockclub.com">frontdesk@boulderrockclub.com</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-447-2804</span></p>
<h1><b>Gymnastics/Martial Arts</b></h1>
<p><b><a href="https://airbornecolorado.com/camps/winter-break/">Airborne Gymnastics – Longmont</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:info@airbornecolorado.com">info@airbornecolorado.com</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-684-3717</span></p>
<p><b><a href="https://eastonbjj.com/boulder/schedule">Easton Training Center – Boulder</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:boulder@eastontc.com">boulder@eastontc.com</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-938-1275</span></p>
<p><b><a href="https://eastonbjj.com/Longmont/">Easton Training Center – Longmont</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:longmont@eastontc.com">longmont@eastontc.com</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">720-722-6648</span></p>
<p><b><a href="https://eastonbjj.com/Denvert/">Easton Training Center – Denver</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:denvert@eastontc.com">denvert@eastontc.com</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">720-722-6535</span></p>
<p><b><a href="https://mountainkidslouisville.com/events">Mountain Kids Gymnastics and Movement – Louisville</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:fun@mountainkidslouisville.com">fun@mountainkidslouisville.com</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-720-7617</span></p>
<h1><b>Role Playing/Adventure/Dramatic Arts</b></h1>
<p><b><a href="https://www.renaissanceadventures.com/kids-camps-boulder-denver/school-year-programs/holiday-school-breaks/">Renaissance Adventures – Day Off Programs, Boulder</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:info@renaissanceadventures.com">info@renaissanceadventures.com</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-786-9216</span></p>
<p><b><a href="https://www.theaterforkids.net/childrens_acting_theater_classes_fall/">Rocky Mountain Theater For Kids – Classes Only, Boulder</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:info@theaterforkids.com">info@theaterforkids.com</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-245-8150</span></p>
<p><b><a href="https://www.theaterforkids.net/childrens_acting_theater_classes_fall_denver/">Rocky Mountain Theater For Kids – Classes Only, Denver</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:info@theaterforkids.com">info@theaterforkids.com</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-245-8150</span></p>
<h1><b>Sewing</b></h1>
<p><b><a href="https://www.shopcommonthreads.com/collections/creative-lab/youth-class">Common Threads Boutique – Classes Only, Boulder</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:boulder@shopcommonthreads.com">boulder@shopcommonthreads.com</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-449-5431</span></p>
<h1><b>Soccer</b></h1>
<p><b><a href="https://boulderindoorsoccer.com/camps-clinics/holiday-clinics">Boulder Indoor Soccer – Winter, Boulder</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:info@boulderindoorsoccer.com">info@boulderindoorsoccer.com</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-440-0809</span></p>
<p><b><a href="https://bouldercountyunited.com/our-camps-2/winter-camps/">FC Boulder – Lafayette</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:questions@bcunited.com">questions@bcunited.com</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-443-8877 </span></p>
<p><b><a href="https://rapidsyouthsoccer.org/soccer-camps">Rapids Youth Soccer</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:info@rapidsyouthsoccer.com">info@rapidsyouthsoccer.com</a></span></p>
<h1><b>Creative/Food/Art</b></h1>
<p><b><a href="https://foodlabboulder.com/kidsclasses">Food Lab – Boulder</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:becca@foodlabboulder.com">becca@foodlabboulder.com</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-952-8364</span></p>
<p><b><a href="https://kidcreate.com/broomfield/classes/camps">Kid Create Studio – Broomfield</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:broomfieldco@kidcreatestudio.com">broomfieldco@kidcreatestudio.com</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-578-8060</span></p>
<p><b><a href="https://tinkerartstudio.com/sdoc">Tinker Studio – Day Off Programs, Boulder</a><br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="mailto:tinker@tinkerartstudio.com">tinker@tinkerartstudio.com</a><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">303-503-1902</span></p>
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<h1><b>Tots Opps</b></h1>
<p><a href="https://www.longmontcolorado.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/49011/2085?date=20161215011840&amp;npage=5&amp;sortn=EName&amp;sortd=asc&amp;toggle=all"><b>44th Annual Halloween Parade &amp; Trick or Treat Street</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Saturday, Oct. 28, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Roosevelt Community Park, Longmont<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">The costume parade and Trick or treat Street is back for another year to march down Main Street Longmont.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://foundation.apexprd.org/fundraisers/trick-or-trot-5k/"><b>Apex Foundation Trick or Trot 5K &amp; Halloween Candy Hunt</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Saturday, Oct. 28, 9 a.m. at 13150 W. 72nd Ave., Arvada<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Proceeds from this Halloween-themed fun run and candy hunt go to the non-profit Apex Foundation.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.activekids.com/commerce-city-co/classes/family-fun-friday-halloween-bingo-2023"><b>Family Fun Friday &#8211; Halloween Bingo</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Friday, Oct. 20, 6-7:30 p.m. at Eagle Pointe Recreation Center, Commerce City<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Come play bingo in a costume and be entered for a prize.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.aquariumrestaurants.com/downtownaquariumdenver/calendar.asp#10"><b>Halloween Kids Fest</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">October 28, 29, &amp; 31 at the Denver Aquarium<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Kids in costume with an adult receive half-price admission cost. Festivities include a not-so-haunted train ride, pumpkin painting, monster mural coloring, science experiments, and shows.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></p>
<p><a href="https://tickets.coloradosymphony.org/6682"><b>Halloween Spooktacular!</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sunday, Oct. 23, 2:30 p.m. at Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Featuring Halloween music from films, television, and more. Families can attend wearing costumes.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.broomfieldchildrenschorus.org/events/2023/10/31/happy-halloween-no-rehearsal"><b>Happy Halloween &#8211; Broomfield Children’s Chorus</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tuesday, Oct. 31, 4:30-6:30 p.m. at 1700 W. 10th Ave., Broomfield<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">A no-rehearsal concert put on by the Broomfield Children’s Chorus.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://boulderdowntown.com/events/munchkin-masquerade"><b>Munchkin Masquerade</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tuesday, Oct. 31, 3-6 p.m. at Pearl Street, Boulder<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Recommended for children 12 years or younger, Pearl Street opens for trick-or-treaters on Halloween night.</span></p>
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<h1><b>Shows &amp; Events</b></h1>
<p><a href="https://feverup.com/m/114605"><b>Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Friday, Oct. 27 and Sunday, Oct. 29, 6:30 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. at Wings Over the Rockies Air &amp; Space Museum, Denver<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">A candlelight concert to Halloween-inspired music.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/boos-brews-halloween-5k-number-38-2023-co-brewery-running-series-tickets-558289247167"><b>Boos and Brews Halloween 5k</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Saturday, Oct. 28, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Number Thirty Eight, Denver<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Finish the 5K course and celebrate with a free beer.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://allevents.in/boulder/boulders-halloween-pub-crawl/200024600302608"><b>Boulder’s Halloween Pub Crawl</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Saturday Oct. 21, 4 p.m., check in at 1534 Pearl St., Boulder<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Enjoy drink specials while participating in fun games and contests along the way.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/denver-happy-hour-halloween-weekend-bar-crawl-tickets-562624494007"><b>Denver Happy Hour Halloween Weekend Bar Crawl</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Saturday, Oct. 21, 4-11 p.m. at Market St., Denver<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Come ball crawling in costumes in Denver. Get cover fees waived and discounts on drinks or win big during the costume contest.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.elitchgardens.com/entertainment/"><b>Elitch Gardens Fright Fest</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Wednesday, Sept. 30 through Oct. 29 at Elitch Gardens, Denver<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Elitch has normal family-fun during the day and fright by night.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://allevents.in/boulder/exotica-erotica-ball/10000687111487957"><b>Exotica Erotica Ball</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tuesday, Oct. 31, 9 p.m.-2 a.m. at the Riverside, Boulder<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Wear adult-themed masquerade and indulge in risqué interactive entertainment at Colorado’s longest-running Halloween event.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.coloradorunnerevents.com/halloween/"><b>Ghosts &amp; Goblin 5k</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sunday, Oct. 22, 9 a.m. at City Park, Denver<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Join in a Halloween-themed run.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://museumofboulder.org/events/halloween-dance-class-on-the-rooftop-with-boulder-parks-and-rec/"><b>Halloween Dance Class on the Rooftop</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Saturday, Oct. 28 from 9-10 a.m. at the Museum of Boulder<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Take a fun, Halloween-themed Zumba class on the rooftop to kick off the Halloweekend.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/halloween-doll-making-class-tickets-690267898867"><b>Halloween Doll Making Class</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Thursday, Oct. 5, 6-8 p.m. at Park Hill Treasures, Denver<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Create a spooky Halloween decoration out of old ceramic or rubber dolls.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/halloween-goat-yoga-october-14th-yoga-six-northfield-tickets-602820120207"><b>Halloween Goat Yoga</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Saturday, Oct. 14, 5-6 p.m. at Yoga Six Northfield, Broomfield<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">A goat yoga session when costumes are encouraged.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.bouldercoloradousa.com/event/halloween-themed-date-night%3A-stained-glass-%26-chill/40112/"><b>Halloween Themed Date Night: Stained Glass &amp; Chill</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tuesday, Oct. 31, 6:30-8 p.m. at Colorado Glassworks, Boulder<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Make a stained glass piece during a special Halloween date night class.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.bouldercoloradousa.com/event/motown-haunted-prom-(a-halloween-dance-party)/40182/"><b>Motown Haunted Prom (A Halloween Dance Party)</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Saturday Oct. 28, 8-11 p.m. at Roots Music Project, Boulder<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Groove to live Motown hits in your costume for the 3rd annual Motown Haunted Prom.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nightmare-on-shimmy-street-a-theatrical-bellydance-halloween-event-tickets-684539003587"><b>Nightmare on Shimmy Street, A Theatrical Bellydance Halloween Event</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Saturday, Oct. 14, 7- 9 p.m. at Althea Center for Engaged Spirituality<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Egyptian deities, witches, and more will perform a Halloween-themed performance.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://allevents.in/denver/denver-oddities-and-curiosities-expo-2023/200023545553524"><b>Oddities and Curiosities Expo</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Saturday, Oct. 7, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at Colorado Convention Center, Denver<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">The expo showcases all things weird including horror and Halloween-inspired pieces.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.louisvilleco.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/41469/"><b>Spooktacular Critters</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Wednesday, Oct. 25, 6-6:45 p.m. at Louisville Recreation Center<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Learn about snakes, spiders, bats, and create a critter craft, for ages four and up.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.denver.org/event/the-burton-bar-a-halloween-pop-up/104740/"><b>The Burton Bar &#8211; A Halloween Pop Up</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">The month of October at Denver Pavilions<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">This seasonal speakeasy honors Tim Burton through a spooky and immersive bar experience.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wicked-wolverine-halloween-bar-crawl-boulder-colorado-tickets-672677034117"><b>Wicked Wolverine Halloween Bar Crawl</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Saturday, Oct. 28, 5-11 p.m. at various bars in Boulder<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mingle with other Halloween lovers and get food and drink deals along the way.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://bulletin.colorado.edu/node/5951"><b>Women’s Resource Center Halloween Open House</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tuesday, Oct. 31, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at University Memorial Center, Room 457, CU Boulder<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">CU students, faculty, and staff are welcome to connect with new and old friends while decorating masks and cookies, playing board games, and enjoying free food.</span></p>
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<h1><b>Mazes ‘n’ Pumpkin Patches</b></h1>
<p><a href="https://www.7thgenerationfarm.com"><b>7th Generation Farm</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Hours and dates of the pumpkin patch are TBA for 2023</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">at </span></i><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">1536 Courtesy Road, Louisville<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">This farm offers pre-picked or U-pick pumpkins. Visitors can get lost in the hay bale maze or climb the big bale hay mountain. Visitors can see the cows, sheep, horses, goats, chickens, ducks, geese, pigs, and two dogs living on the farm.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://andersonfarms.com/pricing/"><b>Anderson Farms</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sept. 20 through Oct. 30, Sunday 9 a.m.-2 p.m.,? Thursday through Saturday 3-8:30 p.m. at 6728 County Rd. 3 1/4, Erie<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">The farm is home to the first corn maze in Colorado and has a long history dating back to 1911. Visitors at the farm can experience the fall festival, terror in the corn, private campfire sites, and the pumpkin patch.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://cottonwoodfarms.com"><b>Cottonwood Farms</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Open every day after Sept. 23 through Oct. 31, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at 10600 Isabelle Rd., Lafayette<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Visitors can buy pumpkins, squash, and decorative fall items. There is a corn maze for the family and a straw bale maze for the kids. Prepaid admissions are encouraged on weekends and can be purchased a week in advance.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.munsonfarms.com/new-page-2"><b>Munson Farms</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Open through October, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. at 7455 Valmont Rd., Boulder<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">This U-pick patch has many varieties of pumpkins along with a farm stand. Admission is free, and produce is priced by the pound.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://rockymtnpumpkinranch.com"><b>Rocky Mountain Pumpkin Ranch</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Every day in October, from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. at 9059 Ute Hwy Co 66, Longmont<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Visitors during the week can experience a more mellow visit. Groups like daycares, schools, and recreational groups are welcome. The weekends are more robust with carnival rides, a petting zoo, face painting, a food truck, and U-pick pumpkins.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br />
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<p><a href="https://www.thebeehuggerfarm.com"><b>The Bee Hugger Farm</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Open everyday in September and October from 8 a.m.-8:30 at 12590 Ute Hwy, Longmont<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Open almost always, except for when private events are booked, the farm is open for self-guided experiences and operates on an honor system — pay for pumpkins using cash or Venmo, but entrance is free. Visitors can explore and climb on the tractors and observe the bees. Hay rides and pony rides can be arranged along with group or photographer experiences.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.vtpumpkinpatch.com"><b>VT Pumpkin Patch</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Oct. 1-31 every Friday 2-6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. in Boulder County<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Started in 2021, this family-friendly patch is great for people of all ages to come pick out their perfect pumpkin.</span></p>
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<h1><b>Local Costume Shops</b></h1>
<p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/CrimsonRoseMasquerade/"><b>Crimson Rose Masquerade</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Wednesday through Saturday 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday 12.-5 p.m. at 1456 South Broadway, Denver</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Crimson Rose offers a selection of high-end costumes, fancy dress apparel, corsets, and masks.</span></p>
<p><a href="http://www.disguisescostumes.com"><b>Disguises</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Monday through Friday 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-7 p.m., and Sunday 12-6 p.m. at 9797 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">One of the largest costume stores in the region, it offers a large selection of costumes for purchase and rental.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://gottacostume.com"><b>Gott-A-Costume</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Monday through Friday 12-7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 15167 E. Hampden Ave., Aurora</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">This costume store offers costume purchases and rental options as well as character rentals for parties.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.reinkebrothers.com/store/"><b>Reinke Brothers, Inc.</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Halloween season hours: Sunday through Thursday 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.-midnight at 5663 S. Prince Street, Littleton<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Not only a costume store, Reinke Bros. has a haunted mansion inside. They offer a child-friendly version of the haunted mansion with lights staying on.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://the-ritz.squarespace.com"><b>The Ritz</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Monday through Wednesday 12-7 p.m., Thursday through Saturday 12-8 p.m., Sunday 126 p.m. at 959 Walnut Street, Boulder<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Bringing costume visions into reality, customers can rent or buy their costumes with the help of friendly staff.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.wizardschest.com"><b>The Wizard’s Chest</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">10 a.m.-7 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday through Friday at 451 Broadway, Denver<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">This magical toy store and costume shop has costumes for all ages.</span></p>
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<h1><b>Haunted Houses &amp; Other Scares</b></h1>
<p><a href="https://www.boulderescaperoom.com"><b>Boulder Escape Room</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Open daily 12-8 p.m. at 13th Street #LL60, Boulder<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Locally owned and operated, solve puzzles and explore the underworld of Pearl Street.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.discoverbouldertours.com/pearl-street-paranormal/"><b>Boulder Ghost Tour</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Fridays and Saturdays at 6 p.m. at Pearl Street, Boulder<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Meet the ghosts of Boulder’ s Pearl Street Mall during a haunted walking tour.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://terrorinthecorn.com"><b>Terror in the Corn</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sept. 22 through Oct. 29, purchase tickets for specific time slots, Anderson Farms, Erie<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">A mile-long immersive haunted corn maze filled with your darkest fears.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://theemptygrave.com"><b>The Empty Grave Haunted House</b></a><br />
<i><span style="font-weight: 400;">October, tickets available for select times, at 218 Kimbark Street, Longmont<br />
</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Come face to face with your fears as you survive one night during the graveyard shift of the workers at the Longmont Food Co.’s turkey factory.</span></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>While it’s never too early to talk about and plan for Halloween, it is admittedly much easier and more practical as the season draws near.</p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ah, the crisp smell of a cool overcast day as the clouds gradually threaten rain. Leaves the color of sunset dance a wind-led ballet across the street, parting as a woman ambles through the neighborhood, sipping spiced apple cider from some local shop. A black cat curls into a cinnamon bun on their human’s lap as she surfs the web for jack-o-lantern ideas. A man peruses the candy aisle, searching for a bag that has all his personal favorites. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">At the time of writing, it’s still 97 degrees outside and my seatbelt hasn’t stopped trying to fuse to my arm. Not one of the above has come to pass yet, and if you’re like me – a person that becomes a cornered animal in the heat – then Spooky Season always comes as a welcome change of pace. While it’s never too early to talk about and plan for Halloween, it is admittedly much easier and more practical as the season draws near.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Starting with the most mysterious of any of the traditions I could find, we have the Headless Horseman of Lafayette – cue thunder crack. Every year on All Hallows Eve an unknown pumpkin-headed horseman rides around the city. This nightmarish figure has strayed a touch west of his original haunt –but he is just as terrifying, if not significantly less violent, than his depiction in Tim Burton’s </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sleepy Hollow.</span></i></p>
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<h1><span style="font-weight: 400;">While it’s never too early to talk about and plan for Halloween, it is admittedly much easier and more practical as the season draws near.</span></h1>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Moving north, we’ll stop at Briggs Street in Erie on October 28th. </span><a href="https://www.erieco.gov/1429/Boo-on-Briggs-Streethttps://www.erieco.gov/1429/Boo-on-Briggs-Street"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Boo! on Briggs Street </span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">is an annual event between Moffat and Cheesman with trick-or-treating, a costume contest, and a storefront decoration contest. Trick-or-treating starts at 3pm and lasts until the event ends at 6 pm. The event is completely free, but if you want to flaunt your creative chops in the costume contest, there is a small $5 registration fee. Registrations start at 3 at the stage at Briggs and Moffat, with the contest kicking off at 4:30.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A newcomer to the arena is the </span><a href="https://www.superiorcolorado.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/6310/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Monster Mash Party</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. While this is only its second year, its first was a smashing success. Hosted by the Superior Youth Leadership Council at the Superior Community Center on October 28th from 6 &#8211; 8 pm, this free event includes a costume contest – split up by age group for fairness – live DJ playing all your favorite spooky songs, pumpkin decorating, a variety of games, and all the treats and snacks you can eat. If that isn’t enough, there are plans this year to partner with the Superior Chamber of Commerce to offer a Trick-or-Treat Street like the aforementioned Boo! Details are still in the works, so make sure to follow the Superior Youth Leadership Council on Facebook to stay up-to-date.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Moving up to Longmont, we have nearly a full month of free Day of the Dead celebration. Starting Saturday, October 14th, and going until November 5th, the </span><a href="https://www.longmontcolorado.gov/departments/departments-e-m/museum/education/day-of-the-dead"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Dia de Muertos exhibition</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> at the Longmont Museum’s Swan Atrium will feature art from Local Artists and community-built altars. Opening day of the exhibit, Longmont will also host its annual Dia de los Muertos Family </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Celebration from 11am to 3pm at 4th Avenue and Main Street. The celebration will feature street food, arts and crafts, music and dance, cultural education, altars, and the iconic Gigantes Procession–a parade that features various mini-floats and decorations to honor the season. If this sounds like a lot, it is, which is why a free shuttle service will be available to ferry you between activities so you can experience everything this mini-festival has to offer!</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Also in Longmont, </span><a href="https://outworldbrewing.com/longmont-longmont-firestone-fredrick-erie-outworld-brewing-events"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Outworld Brewing</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is hosting a Halloween costume contest on the 31st, and given the atmosphere and decor of this incredible bar, this will be an unmissable event. Celebrations start at 11am and continue until just about midnight meaning you can spend the entire day here if you wanted.</span></p>
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<h1><span style="font-weight: 400;">&#8230; given the atmosphere and decor of this incredible bar, this will be an unmissable event.</span></h1>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">On to a very family-friendly event in Louisville, we have the </span><a href="https://www.louisville-library.org/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/23017/351"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Halloween Spooktacular</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> on October 30th at the Louisville Public Library. Open to kids 2 to 5 years old – as well as their caregivers – this event kicks off at 10:15am in the Library Meeting Room and goes until 11am. During this time, enjoy spooky stories, and songs, and crafts – as well as trick-or-treat around the library.  </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Over in Westminster we have </span><a href="https://www.cityofwestminster.us/EventDetails/e/9530"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Boo at the View</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. This event is returning for its second year after a very successful debut in 2022; over 1,000 people showed up the first time around. Hosted on Saturday, October 28th – a very popular day for Halloween celebrations – from 3-6pm at the West View Recreation Center Part tailgate, part trick-or-treat, children will be able to walk around the parking lot, collecting candy from car to car. This free event will also have onsite hayrides, crafts, face painting, and a balloon artist.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Out in Lyons is the Lyons Emergency &amp; Assistance Fund </span><a href="https://leaflyons.org/rave-to-the-grave/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Rave to the Grave</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> on Friday, October 27th. Details are still being finalized for this event, but if last year is anything to go by, Rave to the Grave stands to be a resounding success. Featuring live music at Lavern Johnson Park, Rave to the Grave managed to raise over $39,000 in 2022. With a pre-rave happy hour starting at 6, and various food trucks, this 21+ event drew in hundreds. Registration is required to enter, with a suggested $25 donation to LEAF.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For something more family-friendly in the Lyons area, be sure to check out the Lyons </span><a href="https://www.townoflyons.com/CivicSend/ViewMessage/message/70521"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Spooktacular Parade</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> the following day, Saturday, October 28th. Games and activities abound, all culminating in downtown trick-or-treating. I made sure to confirm the return of one key activity; the Stone Cup Chili Cookoff. Activities kick off at Lyons Elementary from 4-5:30pm, with the parade and trick-or-treating following shortly after. Be sure to keep an ear to the ground for the most up-to-date information.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Moving on to Thornton we have </span><a href="https://www.thorntonco.gov/festivals-events/Pages/harvest-fest.aspx"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Harvest Fest</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> on October 7th and its two satellite events: the Fishing Derby at Grandview Ponds and the Pancake Breakfast at the Thornton Active Event Center. Harvest Fest is a community event held at Thornton Parkway and York Street at Community Park that will feature live entertainment, food vendors, a beer garden for those no longer disadvantaged with youth, business booths, craft booths, and a skate park competition. The event will run from 10am to 5 pm on Saturday, October 7th.Admission for the Pancake Breakfast is $3 for Children and Seniors and $5 for Adults. Once you’ve had your fill, stop by the Fishing Derby at Grandview Ponds from 8 am to 11 am. This event isn’t for us lame adults, but is open to children 4 to 12 years old and is just $1 per kid.</span></p>
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<h1><span style="font-weight: 400;">With all of this happening in one day, there’s something for everyone.</span></h1>
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<p><a href="https://r.blue.trackhs.com/mk/mr/sh/SMJz09SDriOHTzlaBxManzcInP0r/rqqm6VnFt6yl"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Stanley Masquerade Ball</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> hosted by, of course, Seayonce, will start Saturday at 7pm in Estes Park and features “the spookiest and most glamorous Halloween celebration of the year.” Not your typical masquerade, there will be comedy, a mystery, cabaret, and drag to keep you entertained and in the spirit. Can’t wait for the night to get started? Join the Magical Brunch Event that morning from 10am-1pm but make sure to reserve your spot.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">And finally, last on the list–but certainly not least  is Boulder. If dancing is more your speed, check out the </span><a href="https://www.bouldercoloradousa.com/event/motown-haunted-prom-(a-halloween-dance-party)/40182/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Motown Haunted Prom</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> on, you guessed it, Saturday, October 28th. Featuring a live band covering all of your Motown &amp; Stax Records favorites, this single-night dance party is guaranteed to have you dancing in the street. And if you love to dance but are terrified of any public attention no matter how small, liquid courage will be served at a full bar on site. Doors open at 7 pm so you could feasibly add this to the end of your night after one of the other mentioned events. Motown Haunted Prom is located at Roots Music Project,  4747 Pearl Street V3A in the big blue building. There will  even be a giant hand pointing to the door in case our excellent directions aren’t concise enough for you. Tickets are $25 ahead of time, $30 at the door, and there are $200 booths that can accommodate up to 5 people if you prefer something more private.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">We would be remiss if we didn’t mention Meow Wolf. For the uninitiated, Meow Wolf is an </span><a href="https://yellowscene.com/2023/05/26/where-worlds-collide-art-mystery-and-narrative-describe-the-meow-wolf-experience/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">immersive art exhibit/psychedelic experience</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> that is near impossible to do justice with words.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">But I’ll try.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This year, Meow Wolf is putting on two separate events during the month of October! Starting off with Wednesday, October 4th at 5:00 pm, </span><a href="https://tickets.meowwolf.com/events/denver/adulti-verse-oct-4/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Adulti-Verse: Spooky-Verse</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is a 21+ immersive experience celebrating everything spooky. To give a better idea of what the event has to offer, perhaps it is best to use their own description from their website: </span></p>
<p style="padding-left: 40px;"><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">“Wander in the realms of the wonderfully weird as we celebrate this spooktacular season at Convergence Station. Costumes highly encouraged!” </span></em></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">While that might not clear much up at all, with Meow Wolf at the helm, this is guaranteed to be an experience you won&#8217;t soon forget.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Following this, on Saturday, October 28th is the 2nd Annual </span><a href="https://tickets.meowwolf.com/events/denver/spookiki-ball-2023/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">SpooKiKi Ball</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Once again, I think it is best to go to the source for information on this event: </span></p>
<p style="padding-left: 40px;"><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">“In 1979, Ballroom Icon, Paris Dupree, created the revolutionary dance movement known as vogue. Vogue was and still is the celebration of Black and Latino Trans and Queer people highlighting their beauty, talent, and ability to leave their mark in a world that tries to erase them. The House of Flora (@kikihouseofflora) is a KiKi house that originated in Portland, Oregon est. 2016 by Legendary Passa Flora, and in 2018, the house expanded its roots in Denver, CO, under the direction of Valentino Valentine, AKA Mother Flora…. The House of Flora has been seen elevating the subculture of Denver, collaborating with both local and large-scale companies, and building safe spaces for BIPOC QTs since 2018.”</span></em></p>
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<p><b>YS paired together nearly 50 restaurants to create several different multi-course tasting experiences &#8211; with a twist!</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When we decided to pair together 10 different tastings across BOCO and the North Metro, enlist 10 writers, coordinate numerous chefs, and bring along photographers, we initially thought we may have bit off more than we could chew. With dogged determination, a flurry of scheduling, and plenty of incredible options across the area, it all came together more perfectly than we initially imagined. What resulted was a culinary journey taking us through a three course meal with drink pairings to boot.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Each menu was organized around a main dish or ingredient — from corn to beef loins, from fresh seafood to smoky cocktails — taking us on an indulgent trip across counties. Follow in the footsteps of this extraordinary collaboration or simply live vicariously through the descriptions and photos of some of our favorite spots to eat, drink, and simply enjoy what our area has to offer. We were blown away by what local chefs and mixologists prepared, and cannot wait to share it with you.</span></p>

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<h1><b>Pairing #1</b></h1>
<p><b>BY: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Deb Cameron</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This tasting slate was custom designed to show the bounty and abundance available from chefs, winemakers, and mixologists at the top of their game in Boulder. While I was never surprised with the caliber of each piece of the meal, I was delighted by something else — how chefs connected with corn, one of the supporting ingredients in the featured dish.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">I look forward to corn each summer, and I’m currently growing heirloom varieties in my garden. In this pairing, corn purée was the base for scallops and pork belly, toasted corn was a key component of the artisanal mezcal in my cocktail, and popcorn as part of panna cotta in my dessert. The wine selections complemented the flavors and ingredients while the appetizer contrasted the sweetness of the corn with vivid, dramatic flavors.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65712" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65712" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-65712 size-large" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-1-suti2_judi-morell_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-814x1024.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="855" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-1-suti2_judi-morell_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-814x1024.jpg 814w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-1-suti2_judi-morell_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-238x300.jpg 238w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-1-suti2_judi-morell_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x967.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-1-suti2_judi-morell_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1221x1536.jpg 1221w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-1-suti2_judi-morell_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1627x2048.jpg 1627w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-1-suti2_judi-morell_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-scaled.jpg 2034w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65712" class="wp-caption-text">Toasted Popcorn Panna Cotta with Plums held by Andrea Uzarowski of Süti. Photo by Judi Morell</p></div>
<p><a href="https://www.rootscolorado.com/restaurant"><b>Roots</b></a><b> | Longmont &#8211; Papri chaat<br />
</b><b>“</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">India is all about roadside snacks, and I’m representing only one, which is very popular in the northern part of India. It’s one of my favorite street snacks,” said Chef Madhoo of Roots, which has recently taken over the Dickens Opera House space on Main Street in Old Town Longmont and also operates a predominant catering presence in the state. She prepared a snack consisting of 12 components: spiced garbanzo beans seasoned with peppers, turmeric and roasted peppers, sweet and spicy tamarind, chopped cilantro, yogurt, mint chutney, fried garbanzo bean made in house from noodles, papri puffed crackers. After tasting, the spice of the flavors popped first, followed by the creaminess of the yogurt, freshness of the mint, and the crunch of the garbanzo beans. Light and satisfying, it made an exciting entry into the rest of the meal.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.farowrestaurant.com/"><b>Farow</b></a><b> | Niwot &#8211; Artisanal corn-based mezcal cocktail<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Since opening two years ago, Farow has received a lot of attention for its commitment to creatively using hyper-local fresh and delicious ingredients. There are even hopes that Farow may be in contention for a green Michelin star, to be announced later this fall. While we love the restaurant’s approach to food, we’re also paying attention to its bar program. Mixologists Johnnie Adair and Noah Elkind have recently been asked to showcase their work in the Flor de Caña Most Sustainable Bartender challenge, as well as at the semifinals of the Woodford Reserve Manhattan Experience in San Francisco. Their creation for our challenge was made with mezcal infused with roasted corn. The drink was then rimmed with a brick-red lime pepper that was reminiscent of Tajín. Bright and beautiful in cut glass, it was possible to taste the corn in the drink, which contrasted with the lime and slight burn from the alcohol. The drink was the perfect choice, with spice that blends with both the main course and the heat in the appetizer.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://saltboulder.com/"><b>SALT</b></a><b> | Boulder &#8211; Pan-seared sea scallops and pork belly<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">As one of the highlights of SALT’s dinner menu, this dish is decadent and rich — what you’d expect from generous servings of scallop and thick, toast-sized portions of pork belly. The corn purée made a satisfying platform for both flavors and complemented the vegetables, including green beans, red peppers, and spinach. I requested some bread to sop up every last drop. I suggest you do the same.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://bookcliffvineyards.com/"><b>Bookcliff Vineyards</b></a><b> | Boulder and Palisade &#8211; 2022 Rosé and 2022 Syrah<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Bookcliff has been at the forefront of Colorado-based winemaking for years. Providing options for two wines — either the rosé or the syrah, both of them matched with the main dish in different ways: The lighter rosé played much better with the seafood, offset the corn, and complemented the flavors of the dessert. The darker syrah made magic with the richer, smokier pork belly flavors. We don’t suggest anyone choose between them. Enjoy both if you can.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br />
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<div id="attachment_65580" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65580" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65580" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-1-suti_judi-morell_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-793x1024.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="878" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-1-suti_judi-morell_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-793x1024.jpg 793w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-1-suti_judi-morell_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-232x300.jpg 232w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-1-suti_judi-morell_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x992.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-1-suti_judi-morell_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1189x1536.jpg 1189w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-1-suti_judi-morell_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09.jpg 1284w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65580" class="wp-caption-text">Toasted Popcorn Panna Cotta with Plums from Süti. Photo by Judi Morell</p></div>
<p><a href="https://www.sutiandco.com/"><b>Süti &amp; Co.</b></a><b> | Boulder &#8211; Toasted popcorn panna cotta with plums<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Andrea Uzarowski dove into this challenge, creating a complex but still light dessert that included corn panna cotta matched with plum, pistachio, and cacao nibs all dressed with bright edible flowers. The combination worked — the richness of the panna cotta acting as a call back to the corn, pork belly, and scallops in the main dish. But the bright plum with a hint of rich cacao, was a perfect finish to the meal.</span></p>
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<h1><b>Pairing #2</b></h1>
<p><b>BY: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Deb Cameron</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It’s always exciting to explore options that are available in my hometown. I moved to Erie about six years ago and since then have delighted in watching how the food scene has evolved. For this challenge, I was able to access almost all of the locations on the list by foot or bike, except for Rumbo 52, which was just a short drive away. The proximity of this amount of community, entertainment, and culinary variety is one of the draws of the town. Area family and friends agree.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65583" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65583" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65583" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-rumbo-52_paul-guise_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1024.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="907" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-rumbo-52_paul-guise_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-rumbo-52_paul-guise_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-225x300.jpg 225w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-rumbo-52_paul-guise_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-rumbo-52_paul-guise_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-rumbo-52_paul-guise_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-scaled.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65583" class="wp-caption-text">Ceviche from Rumbo 52. Photo by Paul Guise</p></div>
<p><a href="https://www.rumbo52.com/menu"><b>Rumbo 52 Cochina and Cantina</b></a><b> | Frederick &#8211; Ceviche Tuna Tartare<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">The appetizer was provided by chef and restaurant owner Fausto Felix who has shown a talent for bringing authentic Mexican and Latin American fare to the area. His most recent venture combines a location that previously housed both a diner and an Italian spot into a beautiful and comfortable destination for Latin American cuisine. His ceviche tuna tartare makes a fitting companion to Piripi’s seafood paella. It includes fresh yellow tuna, serrano peppers, grape tomatoes, shaved tomatillos, and mandarin orange in a light chipotle mayo. It was spicy but didn&#8217;t burn your tastebuds.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br />
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<div id="attachment_65581" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65581" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65581" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-erie-social-club_paul-guise_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x768.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="510" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-erie-social-club_paul-guise_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-erie-social-club_paul-guise_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-erie-social-club_paul-guise_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x576.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-erie-social-club_paul-guise_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-erie-social-club_paul-guise_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-2048x1536.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65581" class="wp-caption-text">Smokin&#8217; Scotsman &amp; Green Tea dual cocktails from Erie Social Club. Photo by Paul Guise</p></div>
<p><a href="https://www.eriesocialclub.com/"><b>Erie Social Club</b></a><b> | Erie &#8211; Smokin Scotsman &amp; Green Tea Cocktail<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Erie Social Club also provided the cocktail, something which they gave so much thought to that they couldn’t decide between two of them, so they provided both. The first we tasted was a Smokin’ Scotsman, made with scotch whiskey, simple syrup, lemon, and rosemary. The smoke, in this case, came from charred lemon and rosemary on top of the drink. As it was being charred, it imbued the area within the glass with the heady campfire aroma that quickly reminded me of the fires under the paella, particularly the smoked sausages in Piripi’s mixta version. Alternately, the Green Tea Cocktail was made with housemade green tea, vodka, lavender simple syrup, and lemon. It’s the brightness that I could see pairing with either the vegetarian or seafood versions.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65582" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65582" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65582" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-piripi_deborah-cameron_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1024.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="907" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-piripi_deborah-cameron_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-piripi_deborah-cameron_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-225x300.jpg 225w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-piripi_deborah-cameron_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-piripi_deborah-cameron_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-rotated.jpg 1512w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65582" class="wp-caption-text">Paella from Piripi. Photo by Deborah Cameron</p></div>
<p><a href="https://www.piripirestaurant.com/"><b>Piripi</b></a><b> | Erie &#8211; Paella<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Paella is luxurious, satisfying, and flavorful. It’s also not made quickly. Piripi’s chef owner Hugo Meyer told us it can take up to four days to prepare for paella nights at the restaurant, where they serve seafood, vegetarian, and mixta variations on the first Monday of each month. This rice dish is made better with high-quality ingredients including specialty grains, high-quality saffron, and the best seafood or meats possible. My favorite part of any paella is the socarrat, the caramelization of the rice at the bottom of the dish that occurs if the rice isn’t over stirred. It’s chewy, savory, and incredibly satisfying. To me, it’s the gold at the end of a pan of goodness, and Piripi’s is reliable.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65620" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65620" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65620" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-erie-social-club-wine_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-771x1024.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="903" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-erie-social-club-wine_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-771x1024.jpg 771w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-erie-social-club-wine_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-226x300.jpg 226w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-erie-social-club-wine_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1020.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-erie-social-club-wine_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1157x1536.jpg 1157w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-erie-social-club-wine_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1542x2048.jpg 1542w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-erie-social-club-wine_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-scaled.jpg 1928w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65620" class="wp-caption-text">Columna Albarino wine from Erie Social Club</p></div>
<p><a href="https://www.eriesocialclub.com/"><b>Erie Social Club</b></a><b> | Erie &#8211; Columna Albarino<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Spanish albarino suggested by Erie Social Club had a mineral quality that bartender Kelly Rahm felt would match well with the paella. She shared that this wine was grown in the Rias Baixas region of Spain, which is more inland, and it lent an earthiness to the wine. There was a lemony quality that made it an especially good choice to pair with paella. What was in the glass tasted rich, complex, and interesting. It not only held its own against the food, in turn, the food enhanced the flavors of the wine.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65584" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65584" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65584" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-stacys-kitchen_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x794.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="527" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-stacys-kitchen_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x794.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-stacys-kitchen_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-300x233.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-stacys-kitchen_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x595.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-stacys-kitchen_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1536x1191.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-2-stacys-kitchen_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-2048x1588.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65584" class="wp-caption-text">Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake from Stacy&#8217;s Kitchen. Photo by Kenneth Wajda</p></div>
<p><a href="https://www.stacyskitchen.page/"><b>Stacy’s Kitchen</b></a><b> | Erie</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> &#8211; </span><b>Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I first heard about Stacy Gustafson online when her social media fans besieged her with orders for decadent pies at holiday time, so it was great news to hear that she had opened her own shop on Cheeseman Street. For this pairing, she made one of her signature desserts, a cinnamon roll cheesecake which is often featured at the shop. The cheesecake was as rich as I had expected, but the crunch of the cinnamon filling stood out. The texture and richness held its own rather than being lost in the cheesecake’s creaminess. With the body of the cheesecake and the richness of the flavor combinations, this is every bit a statement end to the challenge meal.</span></p>
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<h1><b>Pairing #3</b></h1>
<p><b>BY: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Chris Curtis</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65585" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65585" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65585" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-boulder-cork_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1024.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="907" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-boulder-cork_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-boulder-cork_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-225x300.jpg 225w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-boulder-cork_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-boulder-cork_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-boulder-cork_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-scaled.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65585" class="wp-caption-text">Lobster Ravioli from Boulder Cork. Photo by Chris Curtis</p></div>
<p><a href="https://bouldercork.com/"><b>The Boulder Cork</b></a><b> | Boulder &#8211; Lobster Ravioli<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Perfecting the art of indulgence since 1969, walking into The Boulder Cork feels like entering your best friend’s house. An intricate floor plan of rooms, exposed beams, and antique furniture all contribute to the atmosphere while the friendly staff made me feel like a regular. With thirty years of experience behind every dish, the chef sent out the lobster ravioli appetizer. I didn’t need to know much more than lobster for my anticipation to soar, but hand roll them in house made pasta, cover them with sun dried tomatoes and fresh herbs from the restaurant’s very own on-site garden, and I knew I would be hooked. The fresh herbs provided texture to the dish and the pasta arrived at a perfect al dente. I could easily see and taste that my night of indulgence just set sail for this long anticipated evening.</span></p>
<p><b>The Boulder Cork | Boulder &#8211; The Last Ferry<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">The bar at The Boulder Cork draws your eyes right to it when you walk through the doors. Dark wood juxtaposed against a well lit backsplash of carefully laid cream colored flagstone, beckons you to come to it and sit for a moment. The masterful mixologist indulged my request for a cocktail to pair with my incredible lobster ravioli appetizer and what arrived at my table couldn’t have been more perfect. Made with a base of Drumshanbo slow distilled gunpowder Irish gin, lime, lemon sorbet, prosecco, a hint of maple, and basil from the on-site garden, this citrusy delight brought a bright, flowery nose that balanced out the rich lobster ravioli. Aptly named The Last Ferry as a nod to the coast, I found myself amused that this last ferry kicked off my evening of indulgence in a bubbly way.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65586" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65586" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65586" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-bramble-and-hare_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1024.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="907" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-bramble-and-hare_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-bramble-and-hare_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-225x300.jpg 225w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-bramble-and-hare_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-bramble-and-hare_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-bramble-and-hare_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-scaled.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65586" class="wp-caption-text">Heirloom Tomato and Beef Loin from Bramble &amp; Hare. Photo by Chris Curtis</p></div>
<p><a href="https://brambleandhare.com/"><b>Bramble &amp; Hare</b></a><b> | Boulder &#8211; Heirloom tomato and beef loin<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Opening the front door of Bramble and Hare I’m met by black curtains hiding the interior of the restaurant which, when pulled aside, creates the effect of going down a rabbit hole. Dark wood and warm lighting reveal intimate tables and I’m quick to notice faux pelts adorning the backs of some of the chairs. Knowing that Bramble and Hare runs a four hundred and twenty-five acre farm just outside of Boulder makes my mind race as to what delight awaits me. Much to my enjoyment, a dish created around heirloom tomatoes, quite possibly picked that very day based on how they tasted, arrived. My eyes and nose could hardly process all that awaited me. Creamy polenta, braised celery, </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">sautéed </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">kale, beef loin, parmesan cheese crackers, and a side of marinated tomatoes composed this textural masterpiece. Acidic, creamy, light and rich all at once, I no sooner blinked and it was gone.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65588" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65588" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65588" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-snowy-peaks_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1024.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="907" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-snowy-peaks_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-snowy-peaks_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-225x300.jpg 225w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-snowy-peaks_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-snowy-peaks_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-snowy-peaks_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-scaled.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65588" class="wp-caption-text">Élevé from Snowy Peaks Winery. Photo by Chris Curtis</p></div>
<p><a href="https://snowypeakswinery.com/"><b>Snowy Peaks Winery</b></a><b> | Estes Park &#8211; Élevé<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Offering award-winning, hand crafted wines made from Colorado grown grapes, Erik and Candice Mohr endeavor to bring a taste of Colorado to your glass. To enhance my heirloom tomato and beef loin entrée, I found myself sipping on Élevé, a blend of Syrah, Petite Syrah, and Mourvedre. It definitely lived up to its name, being high in flavor, complexity, and indulgence. A hopeless fan of red blends, I enjoyed the boldness and spice of the Syrahs while at the same time appreciating the dark berry flavors of the Mourvedre. I imagined it shaking hands with the beef loin and joyfully tussling a bit with the acidity of the fresh heirloom tomatoes, all tempered by the polenta and parmesan crackers. Snowy Peaks now lives on my list of wineries to try and I can’t wait to see what more they have to offer.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65587" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65587" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65587" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-jills_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-818x1024.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="851" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-jills_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-818x1024.jpg 818w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-jills_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-240x300.jpg 240w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-jills_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x961.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-jills_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1227x1536.jpg 1227w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-jills_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1636x2048.jpg 1636w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-3-jills_chris-curtis_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-scaled.jpg 2045w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65587" class="wp-caption-text">Sticky Toffee Pudding from Jill&#8217;s Restaurant and Bistro. Photo by Chris Curtis</p></div>
<p><a href="https://stjulien.com/venue/jills-restaurant/"><b>Jill’s Restaurant and Bistro</b></a><b> | Boulder &#8211; Sticky toffee pudding<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Hurtling towards an indulgent food induced nap, Jill’s Restaurant and Bistro, located in the St. Julien Hotel and Spa and an easy walk from my main course restaurant, perked me right up! Tall ceilings, bright lights, and that bustling bistro vibe all came together to energize me. What awaited me made all my dessert dreams come true. Sticky Toffee Pudding. I’ve always been fascinated by this dessert because what appears on the surface to be so simple, reveals itself to be a complex process. A classic British dessert, it’s made with chopped dates and toffee sauce. A light sponge, a perfect bake, and a balance of flavors form the base of the desert. It’s then smothered in a caramel sauce and Jill’s tops theirs with a creamy whiskey brickle ice cream. What sets this treat apart, however, can be found in the very tiny and crunchy garnish that brings an additional and delightful texture to the dish. A perfect end to an incredible evening. </span></p>
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<h1><b>Pairing #4</b></h1>
<p><b>BY: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sam Gilstrap</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Familiar flavors came together in unexpected ways to present a fresh take on a family meal reminiscent of Italy. The main course was Cimini’s Pesto Crusted Salmon, with everything else catered around that flavor profile.Fresh tastes of pesto, strong cheese, and a surprising desert all made for a fantastic culinary journey you should recreate on your own.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65591" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65591" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-65591" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-4-jax_sam-gilstrap_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="510" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-4-jax_sam-gilstrap_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09.jpg 512w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-4-jax_sam-gilstrap_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-300x225.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65591" class="wp-caption-text">Burrata from Jax Fish House. Photo by Sam Gilstrap</p></div>
<p><a href="https://www.jaxfishhouse.com/location/jax-fish-house-oyster-bar-boulder/"><b>Jax Fish House &amp; Oyster Bar</b></a><b> | Boulder &#8211; Burrata<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">From their Charred Spanish Octopus with a lovely light tomato and red pepper confit to the Fried New England Calamari with sensational lime aioli to the Ahi Tuna Poke with serrano spice and fun mouth feel, the starter options at Jax Fish House &amp; Oyster Bar are to be savored — especially this writer’s personal favorite, the Burrata. This version closes the summer with English pea gremolata and hibiscus reduction that synced up perfectly with the Pesto Crusted Salmon. The richness of these flavors is inspiring, especially as the smooth and creamy burrata cheese ties everything together atop a crispy pasta cracker! Hurry and try it before fall comes and the Burrata changes with the season.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://snowypeakswinery.com/"><b>Snowy Peaks Winery</b></a><b> | Estes Park &#8211;  Mourvèdre<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mourvèdres make excellent pairings with strong cheeses &#8211; like burrata &#8211; or fatty meats &#8211; such as salmon. Snowy Peaks’ Mourvèdre is no exception. At first whiff, the cherry jam and spices take you to the vineyards of the Rhône. While this wine may be a bit more boozier than most, the bright berries, especially alongside the Pesto Crusted Salmon, hide that booziness and highlight the light pepper finish. There is a leathery quality to the tannins, which provide a rapturous mouth feel without distracting from the elevated tastes surrounding you. By the end you may even discover the lovely earthy notes of vanilla and chocolate. If you typically lean towards Cabernet Sauvignon, you’ll find a friend in Snowy Peaks Winery’s Mourvèdre.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65589" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65589" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-65589" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-4-cimminis_sam-gilstrap_indulgence_ys_2023_09.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="907" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-4-cimminis_sam-gilstrap_indulgence_ys_2023_09.jpg 384w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-4-cimminis_sam-gilstrap_indulgence_ys_2023_09-225x300.jpg 225w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65589" class="wp-caption-text">Pesto-crusted Salmon from Cimmini&#8217;s. Photo by Sam Gilstrap</p></div>
<p><a href="https://cimminisniwot.com/"><b>Cimmini’s Italian Restaurant</b></a><b> | Niwot &#8211; Pesto Crusted Salmon<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">The familiar elegance of Cimmini’s Italian Restaurant in Niwot makes for a relaxing and savory experience. With the Pesto Crusted Salmon at the helm of this main course, you are presented with a decadent slice of familiar comfort. The salmon flakes perfectly with just a touch of a fork and almost melts in your mouth. A piquant pesto cream is generously applied to the outside of a sheet-baked cut of salmon covered with a crunchy breading. The texture alone reminds me of home. Couple that with buttered asparagus spears resting on angel hair pasta, and the whole course sings. The craft behind building community through food is at the forefront of Cimmini’s mission. And makes this an excellent spot to visit regularly for a family dinner experience.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65590" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65590" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-65590" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-4-dry-land_sam-gilstrap_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="1021" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-4-dry-land_sam-gilstrap_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09.jpg 341w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-4-dry-land_sam-gilstrap_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-200x300.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65590" class="wp-caption-text">Reposado Old Fashioned from Dry Land Distillers. Photo by Sam Gilstrap</p></div>
<p><a href="https://www.drylanddistillers.com/"><b>Dry Land Distillers</b></a><b> | Longmont &#8211; Reposado Old Fashioned<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">With rich and savory dishes, one must cleanse the palate with more earthy tones. Dry Land Distillers in Longmont and their Cactus Reposado Old Fashioned does just the trick. At first sip, a sweetness greets the tongue, and soon the back of the throat is caressed by peaty overtones. With an eco-conscious focus at Dry Land, our desire to return to the earth is never more evident than in this cocktail. You want something spirit forward to cut through and elevate the velvety pesto and cheese already seducing your taste buds, but you also want something that grounds you. The knowledge and craft demonstrated by the staff here and Dry Land’s Cactus is that stabilizing force.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.landlinedoughnuts.com/"><b>Landline Doughnuts</b></a><b> | Longmont &#8211; Palisade Peach Donut<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">For dessert I hope you saved room for light, melt-in-your-mouth donuts! But not just any donuts, no sir. These are made with potatoes, which makes them fluffier than Landline’s counterparts. This donut in particular has a lovely cream cheese frosting that provides a delicate tang opposite the juicy Palisade peaches that adorn this confection like a noble crown. It is indeed the perfect cap to an excellent meal, and the OZO Coffee Company cold brew gives a little lift to get you home in spite of the food coma. These meals and pairings reminded me of my past and the importance food and drink have played in those memories. Here at Landline Doughnuts, that reverie is not out of place. Their donuts are a vehicle to a happier place in time in your life and remind you to call mom.</span></p>
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<h1><b>Pairing #5</b></h1>
<p><b>BY:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> William Underhill</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lafayette offered a complete culinary adventure filled with surprising pies, perfectly poured wines and great ambience. Everything was based around the impeccable Pork Tenderloin from Community Supper Club. Every chef and mixologist was able to create a compliment to this tender, melt-in-your-mouth dish. Beginning and ending with pastry showed the versatility of what you can bake, whether its sweet or savory.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65596" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65596" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65596" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-tip-top_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1024.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="907" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-tip-top_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-tip-top_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-225x300.jpg 225w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-tip-top_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-tip-top_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-rotated.jpg 1515w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65596" class="wp-caption-text">NZ Ground Beef Pie from Tip Top Savory Pies. Photo by William Underhill</p></div>
<p><a href="https://www.tiptoppies.com/"><b>Tip Top Savory Pies</b></a><b> &#8211; | Lafayette &#8211; NZ Ground Beef Pie<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I started my day of culinary touring around Lafayette at Tip Top, who had prepared a wonderful savory pie to pair with the entree we planned to indulge in later. I  was excited, as, like many of the restaurants in Lafayette, I  had always heard wonderful things about Tip Top and eagerly wanted to know more. After I sat down at the solitary plastic table just in front of the counter, I  dug in and nearly lost myself in the food. I was expecting charming little pies with simple flavors and a decent crust. What I got, however, exceeded expectations tenfold. The NZ Ground Beef Pie is a rich, saucy, deeply savory pie with a shatteringly crisp, buttery crust. The ground beef filling is incredible on its own, similar to the filling one might find in a sloppy joe but with more delicate flavors, a little less sweetness, and more pronounced tomato notes. I  intended to talk a bit as we ate, but found myself nearly unable to speak  as I  became engrossed in the deceptively small pies.  I did not expect to leave as full and happy as I  did, and I can confidently say that Tip Top is one of the best restaurants I’ve ever dined at.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65594" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65594" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65594" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-liquid-mechanics_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1024.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="907" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-liquid-mechanics_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-liquid-mechanics_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-225x300.jpg 225w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-liquid-mechanics_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-liquid-mechanics_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-rotated.jpg 1471w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65594" class="wp-caption-text">Marzen Beer from Liquid Mechanics. Photo by William Underhill</p></div>
<p><a href="http://www.liquidmechanicsbrewing.com/#"><b>Liquid Mechanics Brewery </b></a><b>Co. | Lafayette &#8211; Marzen Beer<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Walking in from the parking lot, with the hot sun on my back, I was able to see just how seriously Liquid Mechanics take their craft. There were barrels up to the windows, stacked alongside all sorts of brewery equipment that I couldn’t identify. For pairing with the pork tenderloin from Community Supper Club, they chose a Marzen, an Oktoberfest, or sometimes simply called a ‘Fest’ beer, with a rich, subtle sweetness that contrasted beautifully with the saltiness and slight bitterness of Community’s excellent dish. Though I myself have not had much beer before, the Marzen from Liquid Mechanics is so good that my inexperience posed no obstacle to my enjoyment. It is, as said before, slightly sweet and a bit caramely, light on the palate, and easy and refreshing to drink.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65593" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65593" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65593" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-eat-at-community_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x768.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="510" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-eat-at-community_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-eat-at-community_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-eat-at-community_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x576.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-eat-at-community_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-eat-at-community_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09.jpg 1953w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65593" class="wp-caption-text">Pork Tenderloin from Community Supper Club. Photo by William Underhill</p></div>
<p><a href="https://www.eatatcommunity.com/"><b>Community Supper Club</b></a><b> | Lafayette &#8211; Pork Tenderloin<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I sat down at Community Supper Club after a long day of dining at restaurants all around Lafayette and somehow felt immediately welcome. The lights were cool and calming, and our server was extraordinarily kind and accommodating. I indulged in some of the best food I  had ever eaten. The pork tenderloin, chosen for me by Community’s Culinary Coordinator JV Hernandez, is a harmonious symphony of textures and flavors, with perfectly tender pork and potatoes delicately balanced with crunchy chips, sour-yet-sweet cherries, and sprigs of parsley. When  I finished my meal  my energy had somehow gone from a bit tired, weary after a long day, to energized and happy, a testament to the quality of our food here.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65595" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65595" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65595" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-por-winehouse_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1024.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="907" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-por-winehouse_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-por-winehouse_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-225x300.jpg 225w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-por-winehouse_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-por-winehouse_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-rotated.jpg 1498w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65595" class="wp-caption-text">True Story Pinot Noir from /pôr/ wine house. Photo by William Underhill</p></div>
<p><a href="https://www.porwinehouse.com/"><b>/pôr/ wine house</b></a><b> | Louisville &#8211; True Story Pinot Noir by William Snowden<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Last, I took the bus to /pôr/ wine house in Louisville, spying it&#8217;s wonderful decor out of a cloudy plastic window. Even from my questionably clean bus seat, I was able to tell that /pôr/ was a wonderful place — the sort of chic, modern restaurant that comes to mind whenever one thinks of date night or any sort of celebratory dinner. Of their absolutely incredible selection of wines and liquors, the one served to me — William Snowden’s True Story Pinot Noir — is absolutely delightful, sweet, and refreshing. It was a perfect contrast to the pork tenderloin from Community. Not only is the wine itself delightful but so is the story behind it. As I drank, the owner of /pôr/ told me how the name, True Story, is a reference to Mr. Snowden’s boisterous nature. He’s the sort of person to introduce all sorts of tales with, “True story, but ….” /pôr/ is a delightful establishment, with all sorts of liquors that, just like the one I enjoyed, are great to taste and rich with interesting stories.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65592" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65592" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65592" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-button-rock_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1024.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="907" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-button-rock_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-button-rock_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-225x300.jpg 225w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-button-rock_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-5-button-rock_william-underhill_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-rotated.jpg 1438w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65592" class="wp-caption-text">Peach Palisade from Button Rock. Photo by William Underhill</p></div>
<p><a href="https://www.buttonrockbakery.com/"><b>Button Rock Bakery</b></a><b> | Lafayette &#8211; Peach Palisade<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Next, I headed over to Button Rock Bakery, a quaint restaurant that had prepared a desert to pair with the other dishes. Walking in, I  saw counters of  impeccably decorated cakes near the front entrance, the smell of baked pastries wafting over to us from the rest of the restaurant. The food at Button Rock not only smells and looks incredible, but has a taste to match. They  feature a whole variety of rich, sweet, comforting baked goods prepared with the utmost care. Among these is the Peach Palisade, an almost unbelievable dish: layers of thick, crunchy pastry balanced atop layers of cream and semi-frozen peaches, with cream and jam on the side. The dish presents a wonderful textural and flavor contrast, the crispness of the pastry pairing perfectly with the smooth creaminess of the filling, and sweetness with just a little bit of tart from the jam.</span></p>
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<h1><b>Pairing #6</b></h1>
<p><b>BY: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Rona Goody</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Unwinding after a hot afternoon full of Boulder summer fun calls for complex yet uplifting tastes to mirror the area’s diverse recreational offerings, perfect for Mediterranean-themed cuisine. Whether you’ve been parasailing over the foothills or strolling Pearl Street after helping your youngest set up their first-year dorm room, Boulder’s culinary creatives are ready for you.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65599" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65599" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65599" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-6-spruce-farm_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x780.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="518" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-6-spruce-farm_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x780.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-6-spruce-farm_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-300x228.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-6-spruce-farm_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x585.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-6-spruce-farm_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1536x1169.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-6-spruce-farm_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-2048x1559.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65599" class="wp-caption-text">Steak &amp; Raisin Dolmas from Spruce Farm &amp; Fish. Photo by Kenneth Wajda</p></div>
<p><a href="https://www.spruceboulderado.com/"><b>Spruce Farm &amp;  Fish</b></a><b> | Boulder &#8211; Steak &amp; Raisin Dolmas<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Next, head up to the Boulderado’s ground-level Spruce Farm &amp; Fish for a totally different atmosphere. Need a spot for a career-changing dinner meeting? Yes! Looking for a place to relax with old friends? Also yes! The Steak &amp; Raisin Dolmas are an ancient Mediterranean dish reconceptualized by veteran chef Mike Thom, one of Boulder’s most experienced local experts in delish. Thom’s dolmas are a revelation, very herb- and fruit-forward, with a light and refreshing take on tzatziki. You may or may not be able to go back to your favorite conventional deli dolmades after this, because Thom’s are in a class apart, but luckily, the recipe is available below!</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65598" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65598" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65598" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-6-license-no-1_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x775.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="515" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-6-license-no-1_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x775.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-6-license-no-1_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-300x227.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-6-license-no-1_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x581.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-6-license-no-1_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1536x1162.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-6-license-no-1_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-2048x1549.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65598" class="wp-caption-text">Chameroon from License No. 1. Photo by Kenneth Wajda</p></div>
<p><a href="https://www.license1boulderado.com/"><b>License No. 1</b></a><b> </b><b>|</b><b> Boulder</b><b> &#8211; Chameroon<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">First stop: the classic yet cutting-edge Hotel Boulderado, built in 1909, for a Hemingway masterpiece of a cocktail by head bartender Jonathan Morse at the swanky downstairs bar, License No. 1. The Chameroon (pronounced with a “k” sound), a riff on the Martinez and named for a cigar wrapper style, has a bouquet that whets the appetite. With ingredients such as Turkish tobacco bitters, the apple-based brandy known as Calvados, and Chamomile-infused gin, its finely balanced, long-lasting hints of earth, spice, and fruit engage every sense on the palate. You’ll want to take your time, not least because of the exquisite web of tastes connecting the Chameroon with the evening’s appetizer and main dish.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65597" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65597" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65597" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-6-gemini_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x661.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="439" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-6-gemini_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x661.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-6-gemini_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-300x194.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-6-gemini_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x496.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-6-gemini_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1536x991.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-6-gemini_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-2048x1321.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65597" class="wp-caption-text">Lamb Shank from Gemini. Photo by Kenneth Wajda</p></div>
<p><a href="https://geminiboulder.com/"><b>Gemini </b></a><b>| Boulder &#8211; Lamb Shank<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Just as the sun begins to set, walk west along the mall to Gemini for one of the finest yet down-to-earth dining experiences you’ve had in a long time. Perfect for a special date or for taking the family out for no particular reason, everything about Gemini is infused with clear intentions. From its care in selecting local ingredients, to its ethically sourced wine list, a meal at the family-owned and -operated Gemini feels great, ethically and gastronomically. As the warm shadows lengthen in the sunset and you soak in the sounds of musicians and kids playing on the mall, treat yourself to a symphony: an osso bucco–style crosscut of mellow lamb shank harmonized with some tart Western Slope cherries, delicately roasted carrots, the groundedness of walnuts, and a subtle surprise of cilantro. This is an entree you will not want to end.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.redstonemeadery.com/"><b>Redstone Meadery</b></a><b> | Boulder &#8211;  Traditional Mountain Honey Wine</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br />
</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Yet, nothing lasts forever, which is why you will have already purchased a bottle from master brewer David Myers’s Redstone Meadery for a combination nightcap and dessert aperitif! Try the Rum Barrel Aged Traditional Mountain Honey Wine, a new addition to Redstone Meadery’s extensive list of handcrafted meads, both honey wines and nectars. With this drink, Redstone has taken its distinctive barrel-aging in a new direction by aging its award-winning Traditional Mountain Honey Wine in rum barrels. Come for the notes of tropical fruit at the front of your palate at first sip, and stay for the warm and spicy tones in the middle, all sustained by an atmosphere of oaky rum. An experience for the ages, in the comfort of your own abode.</span></p>
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<h1><b>Pairing #7</b></h1>
<p><b>BY</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">: Tony Firestine</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The culinary landscape of Longmont and the surrounding areas has grown exponentially in the past few years. Visiting five area restaurants/bars in a single afternoon was the challenge, and I was up for the task at hand. Ready to indulge, I put on my loose pants and headed north. What I discovered were just a handful of the culinary gems that the Longmont area has to offer.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65603" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65603" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65603" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-raglin_indulgence-issue_2023_09-1024x768.jpeg" alt="" width="680" height="510" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-raglin_indulgence-issue_2023_09-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-raglin_indulgence-issue_2023_09-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-raglin_indulgence-issue_2023_09-768x576.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-raglin_indulgence-issue_2023_09-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-raglin_indulgence-issue_2023_09-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65603" class="wp-caption-text">Pomegranate Salad from Raglin.</p></div>
<p><a href="https://raglin-market.com/"><b>Raglin Market</b></a><b> | Boulder &#8211; Pomegranate Salad<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">After taking a brief detour off the Diagonal Highway on the way to Longmont, I land in Boulder’s neighboring Gunbarrel, and my first stop on the tour d’indulgence is Raglin Market. This is where the team behind Boulder’s French cuisine staple, Mateo, serve up fresh salads, sandwiches, and snacks for lunch and happy hour in a comfortable fast-casual setting alongside a handful of artfully curated classic cocktails, old-world wine selections, and local craft beer. Raglin’s Pomegranate Salad starts the expedition off right with a bright display of farm fresh ingredients, all on a bed of freshly harvested greens from Esoterra Culinary Garden. Raglin does their best to source both produce and meat within 50 miles of the restaurant. The pomegranate seeds burst and intermingle with the pepperiness of raw red onion and the brittle crunch of candied pecans. Specks of lush feta cheese dot the dish and even out the array of vivid flavors.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65605" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65605" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65605" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-west-side-tavern_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-907x1024.jpeg" alt="" width="680" height="768" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-west-side-tavern_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-907x1024.jpeg 907w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-west-side-tavern_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-266x300.jpeg 266w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-west-side-tavern_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x867.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-west-side-tavern_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1361x1536.jpeg 1361w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-west-side-tavern_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1814x2048.jpeg 1814w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65605" class="wp-caption-text">Bada Bing Cocktail from West Side Tavern.</p></div>
<p><a href="http://westsidetav.com/"><b>West Side Tavern</b></a><b> | Longmont &#8211; Bada Bing Cocktail<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Longmont’s West Side Tavern is the perfect definition of a gastropub: an eclectic menu in a lively and unique setting rounded out by an awe-inspiring spirits list and a crew of bartenders to mix you just the right cocktail. Raglin’s pomegranate salad needed bright and piquant flavors to work alongside it for a faultless pairing, and West Side’s Bada Bing cocktail did not disappoint. A base of vodka is married to a lavish cherry balsamic shrub, rosemary syrup, and topped with a flamed rosemary garnish. Take a sip before the smoke settles. The sprig of rosemary is still crackling, and you get the combination of bold scarlet fruit and campfire aroma. If you tend to go for the brown stuff, the colossal whiskey selection is sublime and stays under lock and key in an old curio adjacent to the bar.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65604" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65604" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65604" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-sugarbeet_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x787.jpeg" alt="" width="680" height="523" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-sugarbeet_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x787.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-sugarbeet_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-300x231.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-sugarbeet_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x590.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-sugarbeet_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1536x1181.jpeg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-sugarbeet_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-2048x1575.jpeg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65604" class="wp-caption-text">Bistro Steak from Sugarbeet.</p></div>
<p><a href="http://sugarbeetrestaurant.com/"><b>Sugarbeet</b></a><b> | Longmont &#8211; Bistro Steak<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Located in Old Town Longmont, Sugarbeet has become an institution over the more than a decade and a half it’s been a beacon of modern American cuisine. The current owners took over about seven years ago and continue in the tradition of high-quality cuisine in a welcoming atmosphere. Their Bistro Steak is the perfect centerpiece of my indulgence journey; an elevated take on the classic steak frites. The plate is lined with tender baby kale and dollops of sauce Colbert, enriched with egg yolk and demi-glace similar to a hollandaise. The shoulder tender steak is rich and succulent and cooked perfectly to your liking; I went for medium rare. The pommes paillasson are grated and pressed, formed and cut into frites, fried in duck fat until crisp on the outside and unctuous on the inside, and topped with a light grating of truffled pecorino cheese, which adds a subtle earthiness to the dish. With a divine and creative kitchen, the hospitality needs to match the food, and Sugarbeet does this well; co-owner Ari Kara greets guests from behind the bar and remembers recurring guests by name. Regular appellation-focused wine dinners are a highlight for Sugarbeet’s perfect amalgamation of warmth, creativity, and celebration of artisan food and drink.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65600" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65600" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65600" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-kuper_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x768.jpeg" alt="" width="680" height="510" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-kuper_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-kuper_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-kuper_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x576.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-kuper_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-kuper_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65600" class="wp-caption-text">Avignonesi Rosso di Montepulciano from Küper Wine Bar.</p></div>
<p><a href="https://kuperwinebar.com/"><b>Küper Wine Bar</b></a><b> | Longmont &#8211; Avignonesi Rosso di Montepulciano<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Wine from every part of the world goes into the diverse and distinctive selection at Küper Wine Bar. Owners Doug and Julie Oldfield curate a cozy space where you can lounge over nibbles and discover all that the world of wine has to offer. We found the consummate pairing for Sugarbeet’s Bistro Steak in Avignonesi Rosso di Montepulciano, an appellation from southern Tuscany vinified 100% from the Sangiovese grape. The mouth-watering acidity and bright red fruit notes cut into the rich sauce, and the rustic character of the wine matches the savory and succulent quality of the steak. This wine also drinks great on its own. If you’re feeling adventurous, build your own charcuterie board to go along with your wine flight. Or, join one of two tiers of their wine club where membership includes invites to private and exclusive events.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65601" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65601" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65601" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-longmont-cheesecake_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-937x1024.jpeg" alt="" width="680" height="743" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-longmont-cheesecake_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-937x1024.jpeg 937w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-longmont-cheesecake_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-274x300.jpeg 274w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-longmont-cheesecake_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x839.jpeg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-longmont-cheesecake_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1405x1536.jpeg 1405w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-7-longmont-cheesecake_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1874x2048.jpeg 1874w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65601" class="wp-caption-text">Raspberry Cheesecake from Longmont Bakery.</p></div>
<p><a href="https://longmontbakery.com/"><b>Longmont Bakery</b></a><b> | Longmont &#8211; Raspberry Cheesecake<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Who doesn’t deserve a decadent treat every now and again (and again)? Longmont Bakery has been a mecca of everything sweet and indulgent in Longmont for the past two years, and the owners bring decades of baking experience to the table. I found a slice of their silky cheesecake to be the perfect ending to my indulgent excursion. This little bit of heaven is both fluffy and rich, topped with a vivid raspberry swirl and airy whipped cream. The cases are filled with pastries every day: eclairs, cannoli, cream puffs, cookies, macaroons, and too many flavors of cake slices to mention. Order ahead and have them create a custom celebration cake with the perfect design or have them bake the perfect pie for your holiday festivities. They not only deal in the sugary side of things, but they bake more than a dozen types of bread on site, supplying a few local restaurants and serving sandwiches on their fresh loaves for the lunchtime crowd.</span></p>
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<h1><b>Pairing #8</b></h1>
<p><b>BY: </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Cristina Trapani-Scott</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are so many wonderful restaurants in Boulder County. Choosing one can be difficult, but perhaps there’s no need to make a choice. On a recent weekend I took a culinary journey — one progressive dinner, five great Boulder County spots.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65611" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65611" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65611" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-the-post_cristina-trapani-scott_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x768.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="510" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-the-post_cristina-trapani-scott_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-the-post_cristina-trapani-scott_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-the-post_cristina-trapani-scott_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x576.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-the-post_cristina-trapani-scott_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-the-post_cristina-trapani-scott_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-2048x1536.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65611" class="wp-caption-text">Garlic Mojo Baked Crackerjax Oysters from The Post. Photo by Cristina Trapani-Scott</p></div>
<p><a href="https://www.postchickenandbeer.com/location/boulder/"><b>The Post</b></a><b> | Boulder &#8211; Garlic Mojo Baked Crackerjax Oysters<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">I must admit, while I’ve had my fair share of oysters, I’ve had nothing quite like the Garlic Mojo Baked Crackerjax Oysters at The Post. They are less oysters and more silky-smooth bites of heaven on a half shell. It’s no wonder these were featured on Guy Fieri’s “Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives.” They made a perfect start to my Boulder County culinary crawl.  According to manager Garrett Parsell, the oysters are brought in daily from the Chesapeake Bay area to ensure their freshness. What I loved about these was not only how fresh they tasted but how their smooth texture allowed the light lime and garlic of the mojo to have their moment. Toasted breadcrumbs topped each half shell, adding a garlic butter crunch that left me savoring the dish for a while after.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65606" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65606" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65606" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-cellar-west_cristina-trapani-scott_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x768.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="510" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-cellar-west_cristina-trapani-scott_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-cellar-west_cristina-trapani-scott_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-cellar-west_cristina-trapani-scott_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x576.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-cellar-west_cristina-trapani-scott_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-cellar-west_cristina-trapani-scott_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-2048x1536.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65606" class="wp-caption-text">Kneebone Pils from Cellar West. Photo by Cristina Trapani-Scott</p></div>
<p><a href="https://cellarwest.com/lafayette-cellar-west-artisan-ales-about"><b>Cellar West Artisan Ales</b></a><b> | Lafayette &#8211; Kneebone Pils<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">With a beautiful open space and a friendly staff, Cellar West is a great spot to get a cold lager to pair with any of The Post appetizers, especially the oysters. Founder and brewer Zach Nichols suggested the Kneebone Pils, the brewery’s flagship pilsner, as a pairing. What a perfect choice. I was immediately taken by the flavor, the spicy bitterness rounded out by a refreshing splash of honey. It balanced well with the garlic and lime of the oysters. Eric Eckhart, who is on staff at the brewery, said Kneebone is a classic German pilsner, one of the closest to a traditional pilsner he has tasted in a long time. He said this is one of his go-to beers, and he always keeps cans of it in his fridge when it’s available. Nichols founded the brewery in 2016 with his wife, Rachel, in a garage space in Boulder. They opened their Lafayette location two years later. Kneebone Pils speaks to that location, as it is named after the Kneebone Open Space nearby. This particular pilsner definitely exhilarates my palate, and I’ll also be snagging some to keep in my fridge.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65610" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65610" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65610" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-taj-mahal_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-750x1024.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="928" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-taj-mahal_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-750x1024.jpg 750w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-taj-mahal_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-220x300.jpg 220w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-taj-mahal_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1048.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-taj-mahal_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1125x1536.jpg 1125w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-taj-mahal_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1501x2048.jpg 1501w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-taj-mahal_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-scaled.jpg 1876w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65610" class="wp-caption-text">Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken Korma, and Saag Paneer from Taj Mahal III. Photo by Kenneth Wajda</p></div>
<p><a href="http://www.tajmahal3.com/"><b>Taj Mahal III</b></a><b> | Louisville &#8211; Chicken Tikka Masala, Chicken Korma, and Saag Paneer<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">If the constant flow of regulars coming on a Friday night isn’t proof enough that this is some of the best Indian food around, then trust me — it absolutely is. The thick classic curry sauce in the chicken korma was like a blanket of savory goodness on my tongue. The coriander and cumin balanced to give the dish a hint of sweetness at the end of each delicious bite, and the chicken was tender and packed full of flavor. How about that tikka masala? I’m a sucker for garlic and thick creamy tomato sauce. This definitely was a savory delight with more of that tender chicken, but I kept coming back to the creamy saag paneer with the pillowy house-made cheese. Never has spinach melted in my mouth so deliciously. Finally, I’m a dipper, and there was nothing better than dipping the perfectly crisp garlic naan in each of these wonderful dishes. It’s easy to see why people come back time and time again for these popular plates.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65609" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65609" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65609" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-r-gallery_cristina-trapani-scott_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x768.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="510" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-r-gallery_cristina-trapani-scott_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-r-gallery_cristina-trapani-scott_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-r-gallery_cristina-trapani-scott_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x576.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-r-gallery_cristina-trapani-scott_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-r-gallery_cristina-trapani-scott_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-2048x1536.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65609" class="wp-caption-text">Orin Swift Locations New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc from R Gallery + Wine Bar. Photo by Cristina Trapani-Scott</p></div>
<p><a href="https://rgallery.art/"><b>R Gallery + Wine Bar</b></a><b> | Boulder &#8211; Orin Swift Locations New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">This is the perfect place to find yourself post-entree in a progressive food crawl. Owner Rob Lantz curates his wine and beer with the care he gives to the artwork in his gallery. He also has a wonderful way of knowing specifically which wines will pair with all kinds of foods. In my case, he thoughtfully paired my classic Indian main dish with a fresh and clean sauvignon blanc. This was the perfect choice with its light hint of grapefruit and essence of grass. The flavors balanced well with the creamy savory dishes I’d enjoyed. Lantz said that, in his experience, this particular wine not only enhances the flavors of the food, but it elevates it. I understood clearly what he meant after my first sip. The Orin Swift Locations wines are created by David Phinney, one of Lantz’s favorite wine makers. The grapes for this come from the Marlboro region of New Zealand, which is known for its sauvignon blanc wines. “This wine has more meat and substance than a lot of sauv blancs from that region,” Lantz said. “This one, in particular, is a step above, in my opinion.” I am sure to return for another glass soon.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65608" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65608" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65608" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-japango_cristina-trapani-scott_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x768.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="510" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-japango_cristina-trapani-scott_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-japango_cristina-trapani-scott_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-300x225.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-japango_cristina-trapani-scott_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x576.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-japango_cristina-trapani-scott_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-8-japango_cristina-trapani-scott_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-2048x1536.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65608" class="wp-caption-text">Dessert Bento from Japango. Photo by Cristina Trapani-Scott</p></div>
<p><a href="https://www.boulderjapango.com/"><b>Japango</b></a><b> | Boulder &#8211; Dessert Bento<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Capping off my progressive crawl with a Dessert Bento at Japango felt like the perfect ending to my journey. After all the delicious food and drinks I’d taken in, I was ready for something sweet and light, and Japango delivered. The dessert bento offered a beautiful array of small and light sweet treats starting with the Akuma Cake, a devil’s food cake topped with Glacier’s sea salt ice cream drizzled with fudge and caramel and garnished with a savory sesame brittle. This was perhaps the most decadent part of the box but small enough to satisfy me without overwhelming me. The Thin Mint Truffles combined the creamy richness of a dark chocolate truffle with the sharp cool mint of those familiar cookies we all know and love. The box also came with a choice of different-flavored mochi from Mochidoki, including green tea, strawberry, habanero chocolate, black pepper, and lychee. I got the green tea, and it was my last refreshing bite of the crawl. The light sweet tea, the cool cream, and the tender rice dough made for a perfect ending to the perfectly delicious restaurant pairings.</span></p>
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<h1><b>Pairing #9</b></h1>
<p><b>BY:</b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> C.R. Dallas</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Out-of-this-world appetizers to down-to-earth comfort food, these flavors speak to the breadth of what Boulder County has to offer. Citrus, smoke, butter, and cream, this procession of ingredients was a symphony of flavors trumpetting atop a deep bassline of comfort and satisfaction — with ambiance to boot.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65614" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65614" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65614" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-outworld-brewing_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x824.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="547" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-outworld-brewing_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x824.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-outworld-brewing_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-300x242.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-outworld-brewing_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x618.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-outworld-brewing_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1536x1236.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-outworld-brewing_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-2048x1649.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65614" class="wp-caption-text">Moroccan Grilled Zucchini from Outworld Brewing. Photo by Dallas Dorman</p></div>
<p><a href="https://outworldbrewing.com/"><b>Outworld Brewing</b></a><b> | Longmont &#8211; Moroccan Grilled Zucchini<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Outworld Brewing crash landed into the brewpub scene in early 2020, though hip creatives will find them anything but alien. Boasting a cantina-style private lounge, cosplaying customers, a science fiction book club, and an array of meals and microbrews that would make even a Vulcan blush with excitement, Outworld brings an experiential and collaborative flair to their dining experience. And flair is exactly what this appetizer had: The Moroccan Grilled Zucchini kicked off the challenge with a bang. A thick, lengthwise filet of zucchini marinated in balsamic vinaigrette atop a bed of creamy hummus, topped with chermoula, toasted garlic, ginger crisps, pepitas, and sweet pickled serranos had a delightfully firm and flavorful body sizzling with the complex flavors of citrus and acid, sweetness and spice, all with a smoky finish. The bright flavors cascading over the palate anew and complex — with every bite, a firework.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65616" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65616" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65616" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-spirit-hounds_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x827.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="549" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-spirit-hounds_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x827.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-spirit-hounds_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-300x242.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-spirit-hounds_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x620.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-spirit-hounds_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1536x1241.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-spirit-hounds_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-2048x1654.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65616" class="wp-caption-text">The ‘R’ in Squash from Spirit Hounds. Photo by Dallas Dorman</p></div>
<p><a href="https://www.spirithounds.com/"><b>Spirit Hounds Distillers</b></a><b> | Lyons &#8211; The ‘R’ in Squash<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Spirit Hounds’ bright-eyed and bushy-tailed approach to fine spirits is immediately apparent in the waitstaff&#8217;s radiant smiles and the “doghouse”’s irreverently rustic decor. From the barrel top tables, the prominently displayed pride flag, to the bare barnwood bar and copper pot still, the tasting room is a modern saloon where everyone is treated like a local. Their pairing to the Moroccan Grilled Zucchini was a delightfully autumnal and earthy whisky cocktail, The ‘R’ in Squash, which grounded the firecracker dish acting as a smooth, delicately sweet palate cleanser. An herbal, citrus perfume leads the cocktail — with a curt nod to the chermoula preceding it — into a refreshing procession of pumpkin, maple, and honey. Notes of cocoa in the whisky are accentuated by the nutty flavor of walnut essence.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65613" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65613" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65613" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-kalita_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-689x1024.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="1011" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-kalita_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-689x1024.jpg 689w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-kalita_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-202x300.jpg 202w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-kalita_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1142.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-kalita_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1033x1536.jpg 1033w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-kalita_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1378x2048.jpg 1378w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-kalita_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-scaled.jpg 1722w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65613" class="wp-caption-text">Combo Platter from Kalita Grill. Photo by Dallas Dorman</p></div>
<p><a href="https://kalitagrill.com/"><b>Kalita Grill</b></a><b> | Boulder &#8211; Combo Platter<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Kalita Grill is family owned, and they cook like family. Owner and Chef Armin Madoyan believes food is at the heart of community, and appropriately, his dish is the heart of this challenge. And, you can taste the love. The meat, both the chicken and the gyro, are succulent, savory — qualities accentuated by Kalita’s made-from-scratch rustic hummus. The tzatziki sauce leads each bite with a flutter of refreshing creamy cucumber that the hummus finishes with a richly nutty and vaguely bitter concomitant. The meal feels like a hug from a beloved relative even before you try the plush pita bread, which adds a buttery, satisfying bite, tying together the whole dish. Kalita Grill may be in the business of food, but they’re serving comfort.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65615" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65615" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65615" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-snowy-peaks_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1024.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="907" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-snowy-peaks_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-snowy-peaks_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-225x300.jpg 225w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-snowy-peaks_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-snowy-peaks_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-snowy-peaks_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-scaled.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65615" class="wp-caption-text">Élevé Blanc from Snowy Peaks Winery. Photo by Dallas Dorman</p></div>
<p><a href="https://snowypeakswinery.com/"><b>Snowy Peaks Winery</b></a><b> | Estes Park &#8211; Élevé Blanc<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Snowy Peaks Winery has all the charm of a hike during a Colorado sunrise. Their tasting room is vibrantly yellow, lined with quaint artisanal offerings for the wine lover or local fan. Easy smiles line the bar as the knowledgeable staff selects our final pairing: 2022 Élevé Blanc, a delicate but complex network of flavors, at once refreshing the palette and echoing our procession of dishes and cocktails. It is a dry white but not without a hint of sweetness hiding after an initial citrusy punch that cuts through the rich flavors of this bespoke meal without contradicting them. The wine expands over the palate, lingering with the aromatic sweetness of apricot and wildflowers which begs the next bite or sip.</span></p>
<div id="attachment_65612" style="width: 690px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-65612" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-large wp-image-65612" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-cherrys_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1024.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="907" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-cherrys_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x1024.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-cherrys_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-225x300.jpg 225w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-cherrys_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-cherrys_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing-9-cherrys_dallas-dorman_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-scaled.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /><p id="caption-attachment-65612" class="wp-caption-text">Cherry Cheesecake from Cherry&#8217;s Cheesecake &amp; Delights. Photo by Dallas Dorman</p></div>
<p><a href="https://www.cherryscheesecake.com/"><b>Cherry’s Cheesecake &amp; Delights</b></a><b> | Erie &#8211; Cherry Cheesecake<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Cherry’s Cheesecakes and Delights may be lauded from the NFL to The White House, but Cherry’s star power shines brightest locally: through her customer’s smiles. From the first bite, I couldn’t help smiling myself. Cherry’s cheesecakes are pure joy. Sold in single serving cups with over 170 signature flavors, cheesecake lovers — even those who are vegan or gluten free — will never want to leave. Her classic Cherry Cheesecake paired excellently in this challenge. Cherry’s cheesecake is a delightfully airy subversion of a typically heavy dessert: the feathery whipped cream, saccharine cherries, silken cheesecake, and rich, buttery crust all sang in harmony, no element of the cake outshining the other. The crust was surprisingly crisp, adding a nice textural bite to the smoothness of the cake and the juicy emphatic pop of the cherries.</span></p>
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<h1><b>Pairing #10</b></h1>
<p><b>BY: Doug Geiling</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A Pearl Street gem, an auto shop-turned hipster vibe pizza joint, a refreshing distillery, and a cozy neighborhood haunt team up for a delicious BoCo culinary adventure. Our editor is in Provence, France at this very moment, the region full of fresh fruits, seafood, and pastas that inspired some of the dishes in this feast.</span></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-65711" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing10-mateo1_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x689.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="458" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing10-mateo1_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1024x689.jpg 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing10-mateo1_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-300x202.jpg 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing10-mateo1_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-768x517.jpg 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing10-mateo1_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-1536x1033.jpg 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pairing10-mateo1_kenneth-wajda_indulgence-issue_ys_2023_09-2048x1378.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px" /></p>
<p><a href="http://www.mateorestaurant.com"><b>Mateo</b></a><b> | Boulder &#8211; Poulet Frites<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Inspired by the Provence region of Mediterranean France and “slightly Americanized,” chef and restaurant owner Matthew Jansen calls this dish his “tried and true — something you could eat every day.” Indeed, after one bite I knew I would be back for more as a customer. The chicken, creatively prepared, is essentially flash seared and then slow baked. It is served over a beurre fondue with a mixed green salad in sherry vinaigrette and hand-cut, salted French fries. It’s the crispy-seared chicken with the tangy fondue that made this dish for me. It is absolutely delicious and simultaneously unpretentious. It is also Mateo’s signature dish and a local favorite. It’s comfort food you can be proud of. And it fits the Pearl Street ambience perfectly. Inside the restaurant Mateo presents a cozy, welcoming atmosphere imbibed with a sense of serious quality, just like the signature dish they are known for.</span></p>
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<p><a href="http://www.mateorestaurant.com"><b>Mateo</b></a><b> | Boulder &#8211; Contratto Sparkling White<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">My server Griffin said this is all he ever drinks. Whether that’s really true or not, I understand why. This is the Alta Langa Metodo Classico Pas Dosé Millesimato, vintage 2019 sparkling white. Do I know what all that means? Heck no, but in the words of Thomas Haden Church in the wine-based comedy Sideways, it tastes pretty good to me! That’s an understatement. It is fragrant and refreshing like a summer breeze over a Mediterranean orchard, and the bubbles are lively, like the Pearl Street bustle just outside my window at Mateo. Indeed, this wine hails from the Italian Piedmont which borders the French Provence region that inspired Mateo’s signature chicken dish, the Poulet Frites. It is a match meant to be.</span></p>
<p><a href="http://barchetta.pizza"><b>Barchetta Pizza</b></a><b> | Boulder &#8211; Curry Butternut Squash Soup<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Chef Jesse Jensen must have checked the weather forecast because the Curry Butternut Squash Soup he served me was perfect for a rare cool and rainy August afternoon in downtown Boulder. Just as I delved into my amazing soup, the rain picked up as if on cue, dappling the abundant windows of this spacious corner eatery. For just a moment I thought I was in New York City in October. I’m thinking that the secret to this amazing dish must be the slow-cooked caramelization (30 minutes!) and topping of roasted nuts. It was the perfect blend of creamy texture, subtle curry flavor, and nutty goodness. The word Barchetta, Jesse explained, is slang for a little sports car or boat. Indeed, this corner hangout used to be an auto shop, and the old garage doors were retained for its throw-back décor. Bob’s Burgers reruns played on the television. “This is a cartoon bar, not a sports bar,” Jesse happily explained before showing off his wife’s amazing cartoon-themed artwork on the wall.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.abbottandwallace.com/"><b>Abbott &amp; Wallace Distilling</b></a><b> | Longmont &#8211; </b><span style="font-weight: 400;"> </span><b>Rosé Dawson Cocktail<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">Inspired by the French 75, slightly fruity but not overly sweet. This is how Abbott &amp; Wallace’s Steph Young described their Rosé Dawson, a perfect match for Mateo’s main dish. For some reason this tasty concoction reminded me of a perfect summer day. It is made with Alpine Dry Gin with lemon rosemary simple syrup topped with a sparkling dry rosé and finished with a garnish of rosemary and a couple slices of fresh strawberry. Friends John Abbott and H.K. Wallace were beer guys who fell in love with distilling a few years ago. Their wonderful establishment rests on a quiet Longmont corner a few blocks west of Main Street. It is open and airy but tastefully adorned with DIY salvaged materials like the giant “swamp pad” wooden beams hanging from the ceiling. As Steph described from behind the bar, they pride themselves on quality and source their grains locally, specifically from two Colorado farms. The enthusiasm and care with which they run this business is as refreshing as their Rosé Dawson, like a crisp sunny day in late September on the Front Range.</span></p>
<p><a href="http://westsidetav.com/"><b>West Side Tavern</b></a><b> | Longmont – Strawberry Rhubarb Cheesecake<br />
</b><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are places that claim to be neighborhood haunts, and then there are the rare gems that really are such places. I accidentally passed this restaurant because I saw nothing but houses, and then I realized that one of those houses was the West Side Tavern. Inside is a mix of quirky décor and deep texture of brick walls and dark wood tables. The walls are decorated with wine racks, totem poles, and a giant picture of an Easter Island head (I think). Hanging over the bar is a tiny human skeleton riding a stuffed snowy owl. My kind of place. Pastry chef Carie Sorensen whipped up a traditional strawberry rhubarb-swirled and layered cheesecake topped with a drizzle of chocolate ganache and garnished with fresh strawberry slices. I am a tough customer with cheesecake, but this one was just about perfect — not too rich but with flavor for miles. I polished off the dessert even though I told myself repeatedly not to eat the whole thing. I couldn’t help it. As I left, very satisfied and impressed, I took a closer look at the beautiful leafy side patio and noticed the tiki bar. A tiki bar in the middle of a quiet west Longmont hood? Oh, how I wished I lived closer to this place, like in the house next door.</span></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Press Releases are provided to Yellow Scene. In an effort to keep our community informed, we publish some press releases in whole. What: Ballot Issue Forum Covering Erie’s Proposed Home Rule Charter When: Monday, October 2, 2023, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Where: Erie Community Library, 400 Powers Street Who: • Members and ballot issue volunteers from the League of Women Voters Boulder County • Erie Charter Commission Members Ashraf Shaikh and Bob Braudes • Gabi Rae, Town of Erie, Director of Communications; Community Engagement Why: During the upcoming November 2023 election, Erie voters will decide yes/for or no/against the</p>
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<p><strong>What:</strong> Ballot Issue Forum Covering Erie’s Proposed Home Rule Charter</p>
<p><strong>When:</strong> Monday, October 2, 2023, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm</p>
<p><strong>Where:</strong> Erie Community Library, 400 Powers Street</p>
<p><strong>Who:</strong><br />
• Members and ballot issue volunteers from the League of Women Voters Boulder<br />
County<br />
• Erie Charter Commission Members Ashraf Shaikh and Bob Braudes<br />
• Gabi Rae, Town of Erie, Director of Communications; Community Engagement</p>
<p><strong>Why:</strong> During the upcoming November 2023 election, Erie voters will decide yes/for or no/against the proposed home rule charter developed by the Erie Charter Commission. Voters will also decide on an associated ballot question concerning pay increases for elected officials. Home rule is a form of government based on a locally written charter rather than governance prescribed by state laws. The League of Women Voters of Boulder County is holding this ballot issues forum so that Erie voters will have an opportunity to learn about the proposed changes to their town’s structure and governance and what aspects of municipal function and powers will stay the same or be maintained. The forum is also an opportunity for voters to learn more about the home rule process and the possible outcomes if voters reject the proposed governing document.</p>
<p><strong>For more information</strong> about this event: contact Stacie Johnson, LWVBC Voter Services Director, voterservice@lwvbc.org</p>
<p>The League of Women Voters is a non-profit, non-partisan organization with a mission to empower voters and defend democracy. The League does not support or endorse candidates. For more information on LWV of Boulder County, including 2023 candidate forums, ballot issue presentations and voter outreach events visit lwvbc.org.</p>
<p>Visit VOTE411.org for one-stop election information in English and Spanish.</p>
<p>P.O. Box 21274 Boulder, CO 80308 * admin@lwvbc.org * lwvbc.org</p>
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		<title>Erie Chief of Police Retires</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Chief Kimberly Stewart has recently announced her official intent to retire from the Erie Police Department.</p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-64505" src="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/chief-kimberly-stewart_town-of-erie-300x300.png" alt="" width="300" height="300" srcset="https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/chief-kimberly-stewart_town-of-erie-300x300.png 300w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/chief-kimberly-stewart_town-of-erie-1024x1024.png 1024w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/chief-kimberly-stewart_town-of-erie-200x200.png 200w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/chief-kimberly-stewart_town-of-erie-768x768.png 768w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/chief-kimberly-stewart_town-of-erie-1536x1536.png 1536w, https://yellowscene.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/chief-kimberly-stewart_town-of-erie.png 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" />Chief Kimberly Stewart has recently announced her official intent to retire from the Erie Police Department. Her final day will land ten years to the date of her start as a commander in 2013. Over the past ten years, her commitment has impacted every community member.</p>
<p>One such achievement during her tenure was surpassing the nationwide &#8217;30&#215;30 Initiative&#8217; without signing the official pledge, but by naturally doing so simply because she knew it was the right thing to do. She departs the Erie Police Department standing at 40 percent female, seven years before the national goal of 30 percent female by 2030.</p>
<p>With Chief Stewart at the helm, the entire department more than doubled. She also established new positions and sections to include a detective sergeant, training sergeant, traffic unit, public information officer, victim services unit, and drone and K9 units.</p>
<p>In addition, Chief Stewart implemented community review panels to assess professional standards and directives and expanded the property and evidence unit. &#8220;Chief&#8217;s leadership, dedication, and passion for service have inspired many. She has been a trailblazer, mentor, and an advocate for change. She has led us with a steady hand, a compassionate heart, and an unwavering commitment to our community,&#8221; remarked Deputy Chief Lee Mathis.</p>
<p><strong>Chief Stewart will retire on August 30, 2023.</strong></p>
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