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Boulder, Real Estate

Architecture Matters Lecture Series Focuses on Landmarks of the Future Tonight

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Screen Shot 2014-04-15 at 1.51.58 PMThe Architecture Matters Lecture Series continues tonight [Wednesday, April 16, 2014] at 6:30 p.m. taking a look at “Landmarks of the Future.” This is a panel discussion of how Boulder’s contemporary architecture might be perceived in the future and which buildings may be landmarks in the coming decades and why. This is a free event at the Main Boulder Public Library Auditorium.

Sponsored by the City of Boulder Historic Preservation Program, Historic Boulder, the Boulder Public Library, the Carnegie Library for Local History, and the Boulder History Museum.

Boulder, Food and Drink

The Boulder Teahouse Has A History!

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The Boulder Teahouse is a delicious place to eat. It is also enchanting. Donated to the City of Boulder by Dushanbe, the Boulder Teahousehand painted beauty stands along 13th Street between Arapahoe Ave & Canyon. Stop in for tea or a full meal. It’s splendor and story speak for themselves any time the Boulder Teahouse is open.

For more details about the Boulder Teahouse click here. For menus click here.

Boulder, Outdoors

Go Take A Hike!

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natselphotoThe City of Boulder’s Natural Selections is our ongoing series of educational programs on topics including ecology, wildlife, local history, night hikes, children’s programs, plus many more. All programs are free and open to the public. So take a look and take a hike!

The City of Boulder’s Nature Hikes and Programs Website

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Boulder Flood Survey: How were you impacted?

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September 2013 brought unprecedented rainfall to our region, causing significant flooding and extensive damage to both boulder floodsprivate property and public infrastructure. In response to this event, the City of Boulder is reviewing its flood management program and mitigation priorities and they need your help in identifying neighborhoods and areas in Boulder that were severely impacted by the recent flooding. They need residents’ help to understand which areas had the most flood damages. The survey is very short. Take the Boulder Flood Impact Survey!

Boulder, Fitness and Sports, Outdoors

Hit The Trails!

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Screen Shot 2013-11-17 at 11.48.04 AMBoulder is famous for our open space, mountain parks & extensive trail system. Time to get outside? Enjoy this fabulous fall season with a hike on one of the open trails. For a list of trails that are open after the floods, head here.

Boulder, Outdoors

Hankering For a Hike? Find Out If Your Favorite Trail Is Open Before You Head Out.

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Screen Shot 2013-10-06 at 6.20.17 AMHankering for a hike? A lot of Boulder area trails are still closed. Open Space and Mountain Parks are working hard to get our trails opened. If you want to head out on a hike, check out this list of currently opened trails here. You will find trail names and maps of what is open and what isn’t.

Boulder, Outdoors

Take A Hike! Wondering Where To Go? A List of Currently Open Trails In and Around Boulder

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Photo credit: City of Boulder Open Space & Mountain Parks

After the flooding the trails were closed. Now Open Space and Mountain Parks are working hard to get our trails opened. If you want to head out on a hike check out this list of currently opened trails here.

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Curbside Debris Removal Starting Today [9/26]

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Hey City of Boulder! Curbside removal of flood debris is starting today.

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From Boulder Flood Info: The City of Boulder will begin curbside cleanup of flood debris on Thursday, Sept. 26. The curbside collection service, contracted to Denver-based Swingle Inc., will occur for a period of three weeks. Residents are asked to place flood debris, such as carpet, drywall, appliances, trees and branches on the curbside for collection. Debris piles should not block drainage, sidewalks, bike lanes or fire hydrants.

Swingle has divided the city into four zones for curbside cleanup and will pick up debris in each zone at least twice, starting on Thursday, Sept. 26, and concluding on Friday, Oct. 18.

 

  • Zone 1: North of Iris, West of Foothills Parkway – start day Thursday, Sept. 26.
  • Zone 2: South of Baseline, West of Foothills Parkway – start day Saturday, Sept. 28.
  • Zone 3: South of Iris, North of Baseline, West of Foothills Parkway – start day Tuesday, Oct. 1.
  • Zone 4: East of Foothills Parkway in city limits – start day Thursday, Oct. 3.

More information and updates on all things flood related in the City of Boulder head to www.boulderfloodinfo.net.

Kids, Real Estate

Summer Heritage Evening at the Walker Ranch

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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, Outdoors

Enjoy the Boulder Reservoir

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The Boulder Reservoir is one of the great water resources in our area. Enjoy a day at the beach, rent a stand up paddle board, get into a canoe, swim, or do it all! Bring a picnic or enjoy the concession stand. This is a popular destination so you won’t be alone. Bring the whole family! The Reservoir is open daily through the summer. More information, hours & entry specifics here.