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Mid-Century Marvel

Melton Design Build Brings a Modern Transformation to a Boulder Rancher Article by Tony Firestine | Photography by Studio Q Photography In central Boulder, a classic mid-century rancher has been reimagined, blending its traditional charm with a contemporary second-story addition. Thanks to the team at Melton Design Build, the home now boasts breathtaking sightlines, seamless indoor-outdoor connections, and playful architectural elements that enhance its hillside perch. The result is a...

Education

AROUND TOWN

Article and Photography by Hot Buttered Rum with Sam Walker (from Clay Street Unit) at The Velvet Elk Lounge January 9 Cozy up for an unforgettable night of live music at The Velvet Elk Lounge! Hot Buttered Rum, Known for their high energy Americana sound, takes the stage with special guest Sam Walker from Clay Street Unit. With their warm melodies and captivating energy, this intimate show is the perfect way to brighten a winter evening! For tickets go to VelvetElkLounge.com. From...

Local Services

Investing in Our Local Food Systems

SOIL Boulder’s Impact on Local Farmers and Growers Article by Grace Yoon Nestled in the heart of Boulder’s agricultural community, SOIL Boulder is revolutionizing the way we think about our local food systems. Originally launched in 2018 under the guidance of the Slow Money Institute, SOIL Boulder is a 501(c)(3) that emerged from a vision of connecting local resources with local needs. SOIL Boulder is not just about food production—it’s about cultivating community resilience and economic...

Wellness

Resolving for More Peace

Cherishing the Everyday by Embracing Kärt Besvär Article by Willow King | Photography by Poppy & Co. by Kelsey Huffer As another year rolls around our minds will inevitably dig into that old archive of things we have meaning to do, things we could do better. I am all for self-efficacy, but I have come to question this tradition as it so often focuses on fixing what is wrong instead of celebrating all that is right. In the introduction to her wonderful book, Start Where You Are , Pema Chodron...

Food + Beverage

Bread, Baking, and Community

Food Writer Allyson Reedy’s New Book Celebrates the Art and Joy of Bread-Baking Article by Emily O'Brien | Photography by Poppy & Co. by Kelsey Huffer In her latest book, 30 Breads to Bake Before You Die: The World's Best Sourdough, Croissants, Focaccia, Bagels, Pita, and More from Your Favorite Bakers (Including Dominique Ansel, Duff Goldman, and Deb Perelman) , local food writer and bread enthusiast Allyson Reedy blends her passion for carbs with her knack for storytelling. She brings a...

Arts + Culture

Celebrating Chinese New Year

With Creature Comforts Cafe & Rising Tiger  Article by Meredith Rowe | Photography by Elette Wood of Elles Eye Jess Liu is no stranger to hosting Chinese New Year celebrations. Before opening Creature Comforts Cafe in 2023, she’d put on festive gatherings at her home in Boulder and before that at her favorite Chinese restaurants in New York. She sees food and gathering as a central element of her family, both while she was growing up and now as she raises her two boys.  “Chinese New Year was...

Food + Beverage

Pure and Simple

For Elizabeth Stein, Whose Celebrated Granola Brand Launches a New Flavor This Month, Wellness Is All about Balance Article by Linden Butrym | Photography by Courtesy of Purely Elizabeth Purely Elizabeth founder Elizabeth Stein isn’t afraid to play favorites with her nutritious granolas, oatmeal, and cereal. Cookie Granola, the scrumptious clusters of organic oats and whole grains in flavors of chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, and double chocolate, is her top choice “by far,” she says. “It’s a...

Fitness

Defying Gravity

Rediscovering Natural Movement with Ape Co Movement School Article by Avery Young | Photography by Poppy & Co. by Kelsey Huffer Ironically, in our go, go, go society, we do a lot of sitting down and, in turn, neglect to nurture our bodies. When we do engage in exercise, it often involves quintessential activities such as walking, running, biking, lifting weights, etc. While these types of exercises are both beneficial and important, they can, at times, overshadow our foundation in natural...

Arts + Culture

Little Horse, Big Charm

Slow Down and Shop Boulder's Treasure Trove of Vintage Finds Article by Millie D'Souza | Photography by Poppy & Co. by Kelsey Huffer After the whirlwind of the holiday season, there’s a craving for a sense of familiarity, reset, and slowing down. Amid the chaos of consumerism, vintage shopping offers a refreshing alternative—a more intentional way of shopping that treasures the past while promoting sustainable living. For over twenty-some years, Mike Price’s Little Horse Vintage has become an...

Health + Wellness

Fresh Skin Means a Fresh Start

Ringing in the New Year at Vasu Skin Solutions Article by Avery Young This time of year brings festivities, cheer and... dry skin. While we love the holidays, we could do without the latter. Founded in 2010, Vasu Skin Solutions prides itself on its high level of expertise when it comes to skincare and laser treatments. For solutions to fine lines, stubborn hair, and more, look no further than Vasu Skin Solutions. With a background in nuclear power, laser science, anatomy and physiology...