What's Happening in Boulder County!
Lafayette is hosting a backyard composting how-to this Thursday, October 18, 2012 at 5:30pm at the library.
Come learn how to start and maintain a highly efficient backyard compost system by learning what to feed your compost pile, appropriate bins and methods for our geographics, tips and troubleshooting, and much more. This workshop is taught by Melanie Burow, a Master Composter in Colorado.
Register online or call 720-564-2226
October 27 and 28, 2012, the Butterfly Pavilion hosts their annual Halloween celebration. Come on out and meet some real life creepy-crawlies, along with games, costumes and candy. This event is included with your membership fee.
Come check out Seasoned Outdoor Exchange’s sample sale today! It’s their first sample sale, with reps from various outdoor apparel and gear companies. Hopefully you’ll find those snow pants you’ve been looking for – it’s almost ski season!
9am-3pm, 2067 30th Street in Boulder.
Today is the last Art and Craft Fare at the Boulder Farmer’s Market. Come check out excellent art for your home!
If you’re a fan of corn mazes, we have some aMAZing options for you!
Cottonwood Farms is one of our fall favorites. A hay bale maze for the little ones, corn maze for the braver, pumpkins galore, hay rides and more!
Anderson Farms in Erie puts on quite the fall event including Terror in the Corn haunted hayrode and ghost town after dark. For those not interested in the frightful possibilities, the maze is open during daylight hours and is very family friendly!
Rock Creek Farm, (Hwy 287 between Lafayette & Broomfield) also has a corn maze, pick your own pumpkins, and meet some farm animals.
Today the Buffs take on Arizona State in a home game at Folsom Field. Watch the 7pm game on ESPN!
The Wild Bear Mountain Mountain Ecology Center hosts the 12th annual Enchanted Forest this Saturday, October 13, 2012. Learn all about forest creatures and their habitats!
You’re thinking of adding a deck – do it yourself or hire a contractor? Tom Kalinski says hire a professional! Here are his tips on what makes for a great DIY project and what to leave to the pros. Painting or installing trim? Go got it.
With the weather turning colder, you might be looking for more indoor activities for the kiddos. Boulder Public Library has something for everybody:
Story times for all ages: Bilingual (Spanish/English or French/English), Musical story times, something for all kids!
For the older kids, they host a Lego Club, Go Club and The Boulder Folders, an Origami Club
Teens can enjoy movies, homework help, art and even be a voice in choosing books and planning activities!
Have you been thinking of investing in the area’s hot housing market? Here are some tips on what not to do, including not doing the math!
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