Author: janetleap

Boulder, Food and Drink, Real Estate

Organic Gardening’s Market-to-Table Tour Hits The Boulder Farmer’s Market

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Screen Shot 2014-07-12 at 6.18.45 AMOrganic Gardening is hitting some of the best farmer’s markets across the country and that means a stop in Boulder – of course! On July 19, 2014 you can learn about organic gardening and the market-to-table movement first hand. Organic Gardening will be bringing their unique style of education and engagement to the Boulder Farmer’s Market from 8am to 2pm on July 19th.

Wondering what to expect? Here are some possibilities:

  • Live cooking demonstrations with local chefs making delicious seasonal recipes
  • Tips for eating seasonally and locally
  • A gardening project
  • Free samples from our partners
  • Green living tips, and more!

More details are available here.

Festivals, Lafayette

Lafayette’s Summer Concert Series Features FACE on July 18!

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Screen Shot 2014-07-12 at 6.37.47 AMLafayette’s Summer Concert Series is featuring FACE – a local favorite vocal rock group! This free event should draw a big crowd!

July 18, 2014 from 7:30 to 9:00pm at the Festival Plaza in Lafayette. More details here.

Boulder

Concert in the Park Presents Live Music in Salberg Park Tonight!

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Live music in Salberg Park on July 14, 2014. The Boulder Parks and Recreation Department has partnered with the Boulder Concert Band to provide music in the parks throughout the summer. The BCB provides our community with outstanding performances of traditional and modern concert literature and enriches the cultural experience of the audience and the musicians. Bring a picnic dinner and enjoy the parks with your family! More details on the remainder of the Concerts in the Park – here.

Food and Drink

Beets, Beets, Everywhere!

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Screen Shot 2014-07-12 at 5.49.08 AMBeets are in season! If you have a CSA [Community Supported Agriculture] share you know. But it’s also great to eat fruits and veggies at the peak of their season. The Boulder County Farmer’s Market has their own column in the Daily Camera and the Longmont Times Call where they have shown us how to store, cook and enjoy beets. Take a look the latest on including a recipe from The Kitchen Next Door – Beets!

Boulder, Food and Drink

Today At The Boulder Farmer’s Market…

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Screen Shot 2014-04-03 at 10.48.29 AMDon’t miss the Boulder Farmer’s Market! It is so much more than a few delicious, locally grown veggies and fruits – this market has soul! What’s happening today at the Market:

Live music by Pete Kartsounes

Food truck breakfast until 11am – all sourced at the Boulder Farmer’s Market.

 

Boulder Farmer’s Market Hours: Saturdays 8 – 2pm

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Boulder, Kids, Outdoors

Bring The Kids! Meadow Music Is Happening This Summer

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The dynamic duo of Jeff Kagan & Paige Doughty [with special guests] are bringing their children’s music scene back to Chautauqua. Take a short hike and then listen to nature focused music on the grass at Chautauqua. This is a fun kid-friendly evening focused on children ages 2 – 8. Free event, but bring a blanket and a picnic. Get the scoop on this event at their website – here.

Mondays – 5:30 to 7pm

Meet at the Chautauqua Ranger Cottage

Boulder, Outdoors

Classic Boulder Hiking Trails – Which is your favorite?

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Boulder, Colorado is known for being an outdoor mecca. Hiking is an all time favorite activity for many of us. Here are some of the best hikes in Boulder. They range from easy to strenuous. What are your favorite hikes in Boulder or the surrounding areas?

Boulder Colorado Hiking Trails

 

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Outdoor Movies In The Park at the Holiday Neighborhood

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Screen Shot 2014-07-08 at 8.44.14 PMEnjoy outdoor movies in the park at the Holiday Neighborhood. These are great films that will appeal to the whole family – maybe on different days.

Dates: July 11 & 12  and August 15 & 16

Kids, Lafayette

Fire Fighters and Police Welcome Kids for Public Safety Day in Lafayette

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firetruckTomorrow, July 9, 2014, is Public Safety Day in Lafayette. Kids can enjoy a fun filled day hanging out with the Lafayette Police and Fire Departments! Included are police and fire equipment, fire trucks, police cars, police motorcycles and demonstrations of this cool equipment. Free hotdogs, swimming and community booths. Bring bicycles and helmets if you would like your kid to have a free bike safety course from police officers. More details here.

Date/Time: July 9 from 10 to 2pm

Location: Lamont Does Park Shelter – 550 South Boulder Road, Lafayette

 

Food and Drink, Louisville

Love Louisville? Take a look at all the great places to eat in this town!

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Screen Shot 2014-07-06 at 12.39.05 PMLouisville, Colorado offers culinary variety in that sweet, small-town setting. For a great list of restaurants, bars, ice cream, and more go to Louisville’s website – here.