What's Happening in Boulder County!
The 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 ]
EnergySmart 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]
The 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.
We can no longer dispose of electronics in the landfill! As of July 1, 2013 it is this is the law in Boulder. So what can you do with those unwanted electronics? Bring them to Whole Foods on Baseline [1st Sunday of the month] or in Superior [4th Sunday of the month] from 10am to 2pm to dispose of them responsibly. Most items are collected for free, but some do have a small fee. To get the scoop on this new program go to www.sustainability-recycling.com
The Denver Art Museum is free all day today! Go check out their permanent exhibits as well as their ever changing special exhibits. The museum offers hands on opportunities and is great for families. More information on current exhibits and trip planning here.
Louisville’s First Friday Art Walks are sponsored by the Louisville Arts District. Head to Downtown Louisville between 6pm and 9pm and enjoy artist receptions, ice cream socials, glass blowing demonstrations, live music, kids face painting, and much more. You will find the town bustling with people enjoying and supporting the arts. This is a vibrant event! More information here. [July 5, 2013 . 6 to 9pm]
Lumosity revealed rankings of the smartest cities in America based on an analysis of its database of human cognitive performance. Boulder, Colorado ranked #16. Here is the rankings list:
1.    Ithaca, NY
2.    State College, PA
3.    Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN
4.    Iowa City, IA
5.    Ames, IA
6.    Ann Arbor, MI
7.    Bloomington, IN
8.    Madison, WI
9.    Lawrence, KS
10.    Pullman, WA
11.    College Station-Bryan, TX
12.    Appleton, WI
13.    Champaign-Urbana, IL
14.    Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, VA
15.    Charlottesville, VA
16.    Boulder, CO
To read the whole article click here.
As of July 1, 2013 legislation bans Colorado residents from disposing of electronics in the landfill. E-waste is a growing problem because electronics contain dangerous toxins and when not disposed of sustainably they can cause serious problems down the road. But on the 1st Sunday of the month you can stop by Whole Foods on Baseline and Broadway [2584 Baseline Road, Boulder] or on the 4th Sunday of the month you can head to Whole Foods in Superior [303 Marshall Road] to recycle your used electronics. Most items are accepted for free, but some do have a small fee. Electronics recycling between 10am and 2pm.
For a complete list of what you can recycle, when you can recycle it, and where you can drop off you used electronics click here or call 303.424.1719.
Every Saturday this summer plan to enjoy live music, delicious food from some of the great local food trucks, and local brews. These are really fun evenings and the music is free! Here is the line up:
JUNE
6/1/13 –Â Â Â Â THUMPINÂ – Eleven piece Funk, Soul, and R&B band
6/8/13 –Â Â Â Â Â HOT LUNCHÂ – Funk, R&B variety
6/15/13 –Â Â Â THAT 80’S BANDÂ – 80’s music
6/22/13 –Â Â Â MOSES JONESÂ – Twelve piece, high energy music of yesterday and today
6/29/13Â –Â Â Â DOTSEROÂ – Contemporary smooth Jazz sax & guitar
JULY
7/6/13 –Â Â Â Â Â Â FACEÂ Â – 6 piece all male vocal Rock
7/13/13 –Â Â Â Â THE NACHO MENÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â
7/20/13 –Â Â Â Â CHASE N’ THE DREAMÂ – Seven member Motown/Old School R&B
7/27/13 –Â Â Â Â PHAT DADDYÂ – Plays current hits to classic rock
AUGUST
8/3/13 –Â Â Â Â Â Â QUEMANDO SALSAÂ – 12 piece Latin Salsa Band with high energy
8/10/13 –Â Â Â Â RAISING CAINÂ – Modern and classic rock
8/17/13 –Â Â Â Â THE TRIPPING GRISWOLDSÂ – 7 piece band playing classic rock
8/24/13 –Â Â Â Â FUNKIPHINOÂ – 13 piece Funk sensation!
8/31/13 –Â Â Â Â SOUL SCHOOLÂ – Funk, Old school and R&B
For more information visit their website at here.
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