Food + Beverage

From Burgundy to Boulder 

Taste Some of the Top Wines from Burgundy, Without Ever Leaving Town This Fall at the Boulder Burgundy Festival Article by Katherine Owen | Photography by Courtesy of Boulder Burgundy Wine Festival For three days this fall—October 18-20—Boulder will be the place to be for wine lovers from around the world as winemakers, wine professionals, collectors and enthusiasts will all converge in town for the annual Boulder Burgundy Festival.   Entering its 14th year, the festival is put on by Brett...

June 2024

Arts + Culture

Nature's Timestamps

Meet Artist Noelle Phares, Who’s Finding the Abstract in the West’s Changing Landscapes Article by Katherine Owen | Photography by Poppy & Co. by Kelsey Huffer   For many artists, the call to create comes first—the medium and subject matter fall into place later. For Denver artist Noelle Phares, the arrival at a career as an artist took a different path.  “By the time I decided to become an artist, it wasn't really because I thought, 'I have to be a painter,'” Noelle explains. “It was more...

June 2024

Sports + Recreation

Team USA's Boulderites

Who We're Cheering for in Paris Article by Meredith Rowe With over 300 days of sunshine per year and access to seemingly endless hiking and biking trails, climbing crags, reservoirs and more, it’s no surprise that a number of athletes call Boulder their home base. It’s an incredible place to train, no matter your level—especially when you’re talking Olympic level!  As we collectively turn our eyes to Paris for the summer festivities—and prep for the eight-hour time difference—there are a...

June 2024

Auto + Marine

Driver's Notebook

Luxury Meets Family-Friendly with the Volvo XC60 Article by Tony Firestine | Photography by Ladd Forde The 2024 Volvo XC60 is a stellar example of Volvo's commitment to luxury, safety and versatility. This mid-size SUV seamlessly blends Scandinavian design with cutting-edge technology, making it a standout choice in the competitive luxury SUV market. Volvo offers three distinct trims for the XC60. The lineup starts with the Core trim, which offers essential features such as a panoramic...

June 2024

Style + Beauty

Summer Hair Hacks by Sweep Salon Boulder

Braids to Keep You Cool and Chic All Season Long Article by Abbi Sulaski | Photography by Poppy & Co. by Kelsey Huffer As temperatures hit an all-time high for the year, July calls for getting creative while getting that hair off of your shoulders. Here is Sweep’s step-by-step guide of braids for all of your summer needs, from the hiking trail to the summer festival grounds.  Pull-Through Braid with Space Buns Red Rocks evenings are in full swing, and we know just the hairstyle! Part hair...

June 2024

Entertainment

AROUND TOWN

Article and Photography by Avery Brewing Co. 4 on the Fourth Fun Run July 4 Get your Independence Day morning off to a great start with Boulder’s traditional 4K on the Fourth followed by Avery Brewing Company beer and breakfast burritos.  TeamBoco.com   Sundays on West Pearl, a New Summer Cultural Series Every Sunday July 7 - August 25 The series is made possible with grants from Visit Boulder and Create Boulder, in collaboration with Downtown Boulder Partnership and CU...

June 2024

Sports + Recreation

Making a Splash

119 Years After it Opened, an Historic Boulder County Public Pool is Revitalized Article by Linden Butrym | Photography by Stephanie Mikuls Nestled against the picturesque crags of Eldorado Canyon, the Eldorado Springs Resort became a go-to getaway when it opened in 1905 and experienced its heyday through the 1910s and 20s. Dubbed “The Coney Island of the West,” the mountain retreat drew the likes of Dwight and Mamie Eisenhower and famed conductor Glenn Miller with two luxe hotels and an array...

June 2024

Local Services

Planting Happiness

Giving Back with Happy Day Plants Article by Millie D'Souza | Photography by Courtesy of Happy Day Plants In 2020, when Bailey Birmingham tossed up her graduation cap, her family cheered for the start of her brand-new journey. However, for individuals with Down syndrome like Bailey, the post-grad job hunt proved challenging—significantly more so than Bailey’s peers. Bailey’s mother, Jessica, struggled with that journey until the day she stumbled upon Ramble on Pearl Street, a clothing store...

June 2024

Fitness

Fuel for Adventure

Rock Climbing Extraordinaire Sasha DiGiulian Also Makes Delicious, Nutritious Protein Bars Article by Linden Butrym At just 31 years old, Sasha DiGiulian has quite the impressive resume—the Boulder resident is a world-champion professional rock climber, author and star of the new documentary “Here to Climb,” an intimate look into her record-breaking career released on HBO Max last month. She’s also the founder of Send Bars ( SendBars.com ), a line of protein bars free of sugar, soy, dairy and...

June 2024

Food + Beverage

A Scoop a Day Keeps the Doctor Away

Celebrating the Best Local Frozen Treat Makers Around Town Article by Avery Young A sweet treat notoriously associated with summer—ice cream—transcends culture and time. A welcome just dessert that no one can deny. Join us in yielding to those cravings. For July, we rounded up the best local ice cream companies and shops that will satisfy your sweet tooth in these warmer months. Marco Ice Cream, a Denver-based company founded in 2021, sources fresh ingredients to create their unique flavors...

June 2024