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Real Estate

Boulder Newcomer Hike to the Second Flatiron

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Are you new to Boulder? Want to learn more about Open Space and Mountain Parks [OSMP]? Get a crash course in OSMP

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101 with naturalist Alycia Knutson. Enjoy an introduction to the area’s biology, geology and history while hiking up to touch the Second Flatiron. Meet at the Chautauqua Ranger Cottage for this moderately strenuous hike. 2.5 miles, 700’ elevation gain. “Please bring strap-on traction for your shoes, since trails may be slick and icy.” For more information on the hike click here.

[Boulder Newcomer Hike .Sunday, February 9, 2014. 12:30 to 3:00pm.]

Boulder

The Second City Improve Brings Laughter to the Boulder Theater

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The Boulder Theater is bringing some laughs and fun this Saturday night, February 8, 2014. The Second City improve group is the leading brand Screen Shot 2014-02-07 at 9.39.48 AMin improv-based sketch comedy. The Second City has been called, “A Comedy Empire” by the New York Times. Get ready to laugh! More information and to purchase tickets click here.

Louisville

First Friday Art Walk in Louisville Offers a Vibrant Evening Out

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elephant art imageLouisville’s First Friday Art Walks are sponsored by the Louisville Arts District. Head to Downtown Louisville between 6pm and 9pm and enjoy artist receptions in various location. You will find the town bustling with people enjoying and supporting the arts. Just follow the yellow balloons! This is a vibrant event! More information here.

Boulder, Real Estate

Ready to Freeze? Plan to Join the 2014 Boulder Polar Plunge to Support Special Olympics

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Read to freeze for a good reason? Support the Special Olympics by participating in the 2014 Polar Plunge on February 8, 2014 at the Boulder Reservoir. They have raised over $37,000 so far and counting. More information here.

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The Boulder International Film Festival [BIFF] is Right Around the Corner!

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Screen Shot 2014-02-04 at 9.29.18 AMJust a gentle reminder that the BIFF is right around the corner. The 10th Annual BIFF is showcasing amazing cinema from around the globe and back, February 13–16, 2014. Learn more about BIFF here. Check out their schedule here. Purchase tickets here.

 

Boulder

REI Presents Get To Know Your GoPro on 2/4/14

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REI presents a workshop on the amazing GoPro. This mini video camera has revolutionized the world of videography. But they Screen Shot 2014-02-03 at 11.31.49 AMare not always straight forward to use. Check out the latest information on GoPros at this free event held at the Boulder REI, Tuesday, February 4, 2014. More information and registration here.

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Afternoon Tea at The Boulder Teahouse

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Screen Shot 2014-02-02 at 9.13.20 AMExperience the beautiful Boulder Teahouse for their afternoon teas. This is a traditional afternoon tea including sandwiches, tea, lovely place settings, and an beautiful atmosphere. Afternoon tea here is a Boulder event not to be missed! The teas are from 3:00to 5:00pm. More information here. Call ahead for reservations at 303-442-4993.

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BPL Presents a Sunday Matinee of The Third Man with Orson Welles

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The Boulder Public Library is presenting a cinematic screening of The Third Man this Sunday, February 2, 2014. Screen Shot 2014-02-01 at 8.13.17 AM

This is what they say about it: “Directed by Carol Reed, featuring Orson Welles, Joseph Cotten, Alida Valli, Trevor Howard (U.K.—1949). A writer of juvenile Western pulps arrives in post-WWII occupied Vienna to meet a school-days friend reported killed in a traffic accident who is alleged to be a black marketeer. Astonishing cinematography by Robert Krasker and haunting solo Zither soundtrack by Anton Karas. (104 min.)”

Details: 1:00 to 2:3o pm at the Boulder Public Library’s Canyon Theater. More details here.

Fitness and Sports, Kids, Louisville, Outdoors

Baby It’s Cold Outside! Enjoy Louisville’s WinterSkate

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Screen Shot 2013-12-07 at 11.08.53 AMLocated in Historic Downtown Louisville, WinterSkate is an old-fashioned ice skating rink complete with skate rental, concessions and traditional holiday music. Celebrating its thirteenth year as the original outdoor ice skating rink in the community, WinterSkate presents the perfect opportunity to enjoy the winter season in a beautiful small-town setting.

Open every day through February 2014. More details can be found here.

Boulder

There Are Always Great Author Events at the Boulder Bookstore!

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The Boulder Bookstore brings great programming to our community! Their events calendar reads like the who’s who of literature and over the course of the year welcome the community to share literary magic at their store on Pearl Street. To find events lists click here.

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