Boulder, Festivals

Open Arts Fest in Downtown Boulder This Weekend!

OpenArtsFestThe Pearl Street Mall will be host to over 100 local artisan booths during the Open Arts Fest. There are lots of events happening in the summer on Pearl Street, but this one seems like it will be a winner! Enjoy a weekend of local arts and crafts right here in Downtown Boulder. More information can be found here.

[July 20 & 21, 2013 ]

Louisville

The Louisville Summer Concert Series Features The Johnny O Band Tonight!

Screen Shot 2013-06-16 at 10.38.54 PMPack a picnic and bring the entire family to the 2013 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES at Community Park, Louisville.  Free music for all ages and musical tastes.  Sit among your friends and neighbors and savor the many sounds of summer.  Thursday nights just got even better! This Thursday the Johnny O Band, a high energy funk, soul/rock that will lift the spirit, is playing at the Summer Concert Series. For more information click here. [July 18, 2013 . 7 to 8:30pm]

Real Estate

Mortgage Rates Are Up. Is It Time To Buy?

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As expected, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate jumped to 4.51% for the seven-day period ending on July 10th.  That is an increase from 4.29% a week earlier and 3.98% for the second week in June.  The higher rates increased monthly principle and interest payments by roughly 6.5%. The chart at the left illustrates how the increased mortgage rate impacts buyers.

Chart courtesy of the National Association of Realtors’ Economists’ Outlook

Kids, Real Estate

Summer Heritage Evening at the Walker Ranch

WalkerRanchThis summer you can experience homesteading. Just above Boulder you will find Walker Ranch, a well preserved slice of history. The Summer Heritage Evening at Walker Ranch offers a glimps into the life of homesteaders in our area. Period dressed volunteers help you go back in time and truly get a sense of the richness of the homesteading experience. This is a really special evening! More information and directions here. [July 20, 2013 . 5 to 7:30pm]

Boulder, Real Estate

All Aboard the TEBO Train!

tebotrain“All Aboard”!  Calling all kiddos, enjoy a free ride on Pearl Street Mall’s one-and-only Tebo Train! Children ages 10 and under (and accompanying adults) will chug along the beautiful Pearl Street Mall on the only set of wheels permitted “on the bricks”!  The Tebo Train runs Mondays – Thursdays from May 28 – August 29. Board between 10 – 11:15 am in front of Wells Frago Bank at the corner of 12th and Pearl Street. More information here.

Lafayette

EnergySmart Community Event in Lafayette Today: Learn About Energy Efficiency at This Free Event

Screen Shot 2013-07-11 at 10.09.33 AMEnergySmart is inviting all Bouder County residents and businesses to Lafayette to attend the last of three community events. Join them to find out how your home or business can benefit from increased energy efficiency. Free B.B.Q., games, prizes, as well as information about energy efficiency. Head to Jax Ranch & Home at 400 W. South Boulder Road to enjoy some food, activities, prizes, and learn more about energy efficient solutions. Everyone welcome! More information here.

[July 13, 2013 . 11am to 3pm]

Landscape and Garden

Create Dynamic Container Plants

container-garden-seedling-basket-1-of-1It is not too late to create a container garden! Love herbs? Here are some secrets for a successful container garden. 1. Get organized/know what you want to plant. 2. Gather your containers. 3. Get the right soil for your plants. 4. Watering is essential. 5. Choose sun vs. shade plants carefully. 6. Know your fertilizers. For more details from Design Mom click here.

Louisville

Louisville Summer Concert Series Features The Eclectic Music of Los Bohemios

Screen Shot 2013-06-16 at 10.38.54 PMPack a picnic and bring the entire family to the 2013 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES at Community Park, Louisville.  Free music for all ages and musical tastes.  Sit among your friends and neighbors and savor the many sounds of summer.  Thursday nights just got even better! This Thursday the Cuban, Brazilian, Latin and Mexican motifs of Los Bohemios is playing at the Summer Concert Series. For more information click here. [July 11, 2013 . 7 to 8:30pm]

Boulder

Colorado Shakespeare Festival Presents Women of Will for 2 Days Only

WomenWillKSPRA11.401v1The Colorado Shakespeare Festival [CSF] presents Women of Will for a limited run, July 12 and 13, 2013. Women of Will is an impassioned exploration of the heroines of Shakespeare’s plays. If you have been to the CSF you know that none of these shows are to be missed. Get more information and purchase tickets here. [July 12 & 13, 2013]

Festivals, Louisville, Real Estate

Buona Sera Street Market in Louisville Tonight

Screen Shot 2013-07-08 at 9.01.55 PMThe Buona Sera Market is an open air market in peaceful Louisville. Enjoy live music, delicious food, fresh fruits and veggies, and a fun evening event. This is an ongoing event starting at 4pm each Tuesday throughout the summer. Enjoy and evening out! More details on the Buona Sera Market Facebook Page here.