Boulder, Food and Drink

The Boulder Farmer’s Market Is Open!

boulderfarmersmktJoin the Boulder Farmer’s Market for their opening day of the 2013 season. Head to 13th Street, between Canyon and Arapahoe, to support local farmers and get some delicious vegetables, baked goods, and prepared foods. Every Saturday through the third Saturday in November. More information here. [April 6, 2013 . 8:00am to 2:00pm]

Boulder, Food and Drink

Honey Tasting at Cured!

honeyHead over to Cured to taste the most amazing honey from the local Boulder honey purveyor, Highland Honey. Join the folks from Cured and Highland Honey to taste honey and honey foam [you have to head over to find out what this is! [April 6, 2013 . Noon to 3:00pm]

Boulder, Fitness and Sports, Outdoors

Does This Beautiful Weather Make You Want To Take A Hike? Head to Mt. Sanitas

Screen Shot 2013-04-04 at 9.44.16 AMMount Sanitas is a classic Boulder hike. You can do it as a full hike where you go up one side and loop around to finish on the other. The other alternative is an out and back. It is friendly for serious hikers and those who want to take a more leisurely stroll. This amazing hike starts from West Mapleton Avenue. For more information on hiking Mt. Sanitas click here.

Kids

Check Out eTown’s Handmade Song Series Showcasing Local High School Musical Talent

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eTown’s Handmade Song Series is a contest for high school songwriters of all genres and styles of music. Entrants will perform an original song live at eTown Hall. They are competing for a chance to record in eTown’s state-of-the art recording studio with a professional audio engineering and production crew! Come out and support local high school students. Free and open to the public. More information about this unique music series here. [April 3, 2013 . 7:00pm]

 

 

Boulder, Festivals

Tonight Marks the 9th Annual Sights and Sounds of the Islamic World Event

islamic food imageTonight the University of Colorado’s Glenn Miller Ballroom will be filled with the Sights and Sounds of the Islamic World. Starting at 5:30pm watch performances, get a henna tattoo, enjoy a fashion show, food, and simply take in the rich sights and sounds all around. This is a free event. More details here. [April 2, 2013 . 5:30pm]

Boulder

Author Talk with Florence Williams: Breasts–A Natural and Unnatural History

breastsbookcoverAuthor Florence Williams’ newest book, Breasts–A Natural and Unnatural History, has been published to much acclaim. The intrepid science journalist sets out to uncover the latest science from the fields of anthropology, biology, and medicine in relation to breasts. She bring humor and depth to the topic. Cost is $5. Pre-register here.  [April 3, 2013 . 7:30pm]

Boulder, Food and Drink

Happy, Happy-Hours in Boulder

martini glassLooking for happy hour specials? Want to meet some friends for a drinks? Want to try some of the best food in Boulder? A great way to find happy hours in Boulder, based on time and location, is by checking out the website: Happy Hour Boulder.

Kids, Real Estate

Easter Egg Hunts Around Boulder

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Egg Hunt Cost Date/Time Comments
First Presbyterian Church  Free March 30, 2013

10:00am to Noon

 

 Bring a basket
Cure Organic FarmBoulder, CO $15 to $25 for Egg Hunt & Lunch March 31, 2013

12:00pm

 

Fun egg hunt and lunch at the amazing Cure Organic Farm. Bring the whole family!
36th Annual Grand Rabbits

Boulder, CO

Free March 31, 2013 1-3 years: 10am, 11am, Noon, 1pm
4-6 years: 10:20am, 11:20am, 12:20pm, and 1:20pm
7-10 years: 10:40am, 11:40am, 12:40pm, and 1:40pm 
City of Lafayette, Easter Egg Hunt

Lafayette, CO

 

Free March 23, 2013 3 to 8 year olds: Waneka Lake Park10 am SHARP!

1 to 2 year olds: Festival Plaza309 S. Public Rd.11 am SHARP!

 

Rock Creek HOA Annual Egg Hunt

Superior, CO

Free March 30, 2013

1:00pm

Purple Park, Superior

 

Fun annual community event!
Downtown Denver Aquarium: Breakfast with the Easter Bunny

Denver, CO

 

$10.99 to $16.99 plus 50% off admission to exhibits March 30, 2013 & March 31, 2013

8:30am +

 

Call to make reservations at 303.561.4450
Roosevelt Park Easter Egg Hunt

Longmont, CO

Free March 30, 2013

Registration starts at 10:00am

 

Bring a basket
Boulder, Real Estate

The 10 Strongest U.S. Housing Markets [Boulder is #1!]

Flatirons ViewMSN just published a piece on The 10 Strongest U.S. Housing Markets, and Boulder made number 1. We are ranked #1 because in Boulder the share of homes with increasing values rose nearly 60%. Real estate in Boulder is hot right now and for a good reason. Quality of life and return on investment are both high here in our beautiful city! The entire articles can be found here.

Boulder, Food and Drink

Last Brewery Tour–Get on Board to Tour Avery Brewing Co. [3/28/13]

Avery brewing coLike beer? Like local? Want to learn more about Boulder’s local brewing scene? Consider getting on board and joining a brewery tour. On March 28, 2013 you can take a tour of Avery Brewing Company. Tickets are $10 and 100% of your ticket price supports the Whole Planet Foundation. Each ticket gets you a free pint of beer, brewery tour, food, and a raffle ticket.

Purchase tickets ahead of time at Whole Foods Market at 2584 Baseline Road or at Ideal Market at 1275 Alpine Avenue.