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Viva Theater presents “Dude It’s Boulder”

“It’s So Boulder”. Perhaps you have heard this phrase and wondered just what it meant. Viva Theater’s production of “Dude It’s Boulder” shows, through story, song, and dance, the history of Boulder and all the idiosyncratic events that have defined Boulder. “Dude, It’s Boulder” is an original theater piece written by Boulder native and award-winning …

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From Movie To Opera With Boulder Return

Favorite holiday classic, “It’s a Wonderful Life,” has been transformed from screen to the opera stage. Following a three year tour from Texas to Indiana, and California, acclaimed composer Jake Heggie and renowned librettist Gene Scheer’s musical creation returns home to Boulder’s Eklund Opera Program. Heggie first brought the opera to be workshopped at CU …

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Lyons exhibits: “Singing Silence” collection

Plein air artist Donna Lyons’ drawings and paintings from her Colorado Plateau travels are on view at the Columbine Library located at 7706 West Bowles Avenue, Littleton. This solo exhibition runs from November 1-30. Plein air artists who work in watercolor are in the minority in outdoor painting groups. Colorado painter Lyons has many years …

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Update Home Lighting to be Easy on the Eyes

If you ever experience eyestrain, tired itchy eyes, blurry vision or headaches, it may be time to give your home a lighting makeover. Problems caused by bad lighting can be intensified by using it for longer, something most households should keep in mind, as 74 percent of Americans in a recent survey, commissioned by lighting …

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The Pay Gap Is An Aging Issue

More than half of women responding to a National Council on Aging (NCOA) survey conducted with Ipsos said they are worried about outliving their savings. Income variances is very different for men and women. One major reason: the gender pay gap. Women are more likely to experience financial insecurity than men, and this discrepancy becomes …

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Why Children Should Spend More Time With Their Grandparents

Play is important for everyone, no matter their age — and when grandparents, parents and children play together, that’s where the real benefits of unstructured fun are discovered. “Play time with adults of different ages is not just a chance for families to bond, these interactions with positive role models can help children develop a …

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75th Anniversary Of The Museum Of Boulder

Join the Museum of Boulder as we celebrate 75 years, 1944-2019, of service to the Boulder community. “All that Glitters” is an evening of entertainment, dancing, great food and drinks, auction items and unique surprises. Guest will enjoy fabulous food catered by Cured, adult beverages provided by Hazel’s Beverage World, exciting entertainment including a rooftop …

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CU Fall MFA Dance Events

  Five CU Boulder MFA dance candidates present new works in the Charlotte York Irey Theatre this October as part of two dance concerts: “re-membering” and “Lacunae.” Their individual pieces unpack themes surrounding race, gender and neurological difference. ‘re-member – ing’, Oct. 4-6, Works by Taylor Madgett and Kshitija C. Saturdekar. In “re-membering,” Taylor Madgett …

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Know the Signs to Limit or Stop Driving

Deciding to give up driving can be one of the most challenging times in the life of an older adult. For many, driving represents independence, spontaneity, and even self-worth. Via’s Mobility Specialists provides information about options to individuals who are thinking about giving up the car keys. She is often asked: “How do I know …

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Library Introduces New Well-being Bags for Memory Loss Caregivers

Bags contain information and activities to support those who care for people with memory loss issues. The Library has a collection of bags to help you live a happier, healthier, longer life. As the Baby Boomers age, the number of American adults struggling with memory issues increases. Researchers and medical doctors are striving to meet …

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TRU PACE Celebrates National PACE Month

Teamwork is key to improving the lives of PACE participants. The National PACE Association has proclaimed September as National PACE Month, an opportunity to celebrate the work of Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE®). This year’s theme of “PACE: Many Hands, Many Minds, ONE Goal” highlights the central role of the PACE interdisciplinary …

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Saving Lyons High School

Thursday, Sept. 5th, 6:30-7:30 pm, Lyons Redstone Museum. All invited. Send your memories – lavern921@aol.com Fighting For Our School: In the 1940’s the Country started closing small schools, as they cost more, and started to consolidate and made new School Districts. Lyons was District #47, until 1962; when the vote made up the St. Vrain …

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