Jill Adler Grano is a longtime Boulderite, former City Councilwoman, and residential realtor with milehimodern. A champion of local businesses and affordable housing, she’s passionate about the people and places that make Boulder vibrant, welcoming, and worth loving. For Valentine’s Day, Jill shares a thoughtful collection of locally rooted gifts and experiences—each one reflecting her belief that the most meaningful expressions of love are built through community, creativity, and connection.
Salihah Moore Earrings from Cedar & Hyde
"This gift brings together the work of two of my closest friends—Christie Lambert of Cedar & Hyde and Salihah Moore’s phenomenal beadwork. I wear these earrings almost daily and am constantly asked where they’re from. Honestly, anything from Cedar & Hyde feels like a small love letter to Boulder."
Food Lab Experience at Food Lab Boulder
"There’s nothing better than spending time together while supporting local businesses. Food Lab, created by my friend Casey Easton, is my favorite date-night experience in Boulder—thoughtfully curated, delicious, and endlessly fun."
Sculpture by Caroline Douglas
"Anything made by Caroline Douglas feels like a true heirloom. Her work is imaginative, deeply meaningful, and rooted in mythology, healing, and play—art that feels genuinely alive and transformative."
Stacking Ring by Avery Lee
"This stacking ring is one of my favorite gifts to give and receive. Avery’s jewelry carries a quiet magic—beautiful on its own, but even better collected over time, marking moments, memories, and love year after year."
Scarf from Gypsy Jewel
"A scarf from Gypsy Jewel is more than a gift—it’s a story. Maruta, the heart behind this Boulder treasure, has built decades-long relationships with artists around the world, and every piece carries that wisdom and warmth."
Culinary Adventure with Peggy Markel
"For someone ready to go all in on love and memory-making, a Peggy Markel Culinary Adventure is unmatched—opening doors to culture, community, and connection in a way only decades of trust and curiosity can create."