Feb 28 2017
Once roamed by mighty dinosaurs, then formed by native people, westward exploration and expansion, Colorado historic sites and heritage landmarks are among the best preserved in the country. Today, Colorado has the distinct honor of being one of only 16 states to celebrate our nation’s diverse heritage with more than one National Heritage Area including: …
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Feb 21 2017
By Phyllis Coletta, JD; Phyllis@theconversationprojectinboulder.org At some point, 50% of us will be unable to make medical decisions for ourselves. In Colorado, if you haven’t appointed a medical decision-maker, any “interested party” can show up at the hospital and ask to be named your proxy. You can imagine the kind of stress and chaos this …
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Feb 14 2017
By Jackie Lindon Interfaith Quilters of Longmont is celebrating the 31st Annual Quilt Show and Sale on March 3rd and 4th, 2017. It is held at the First Lutheran Church, 803 Third Avenue in Longmont, Colorado. The proceeds from these hand and machine made quilts benefit the O.U.R. (Outreach United Resource) Center and the Safe …
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Feb 13 2017
Those who believe operatic stardom can be found in anyone with natural talent, a decent work ethic and a large stash of herbal tea might be blindsided—in the best possible way—by what house hold name soprano Deborah Voigt has to say about finding fame. In “Voigt Lessons,” a performance that’s part recital and part one-woman …
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Jan 24 2017
As she approached retirement, she realized that there weren’t any guideposts to design the next chapters of her life. She had read many self-help books but there were none that helped her understand the breadth and depth of the possibilities available in the the second half of life. So she decided to write one. She …
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Jan 17 2017
Did you get carried away with the holiday spirit this past season? On the heels of hefty spending, the New Year is the best time to take stock of personal finance habits and make beneficial changes for the year ahead. Here are some useful tips and tricks to spend and save wisely in 2017. Think …
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Jan 10 2017
How many times have I heard from mature individuals that they wanted to find a job but no one would hire them? About as many times as I have heard from employers that they just can’t find the right employee to fill a position. So here is the problem, folks over 50 may feel discriminated …
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Jan 03 2017
CU Presents’ 80th-anniversary Artist Series continues with a concert of sizzling, seductive music and dance from Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana, America’s foremost experts in traditional Spanish dance. Their one-night-only performance, “Poema de Andalucía,” takes place on Saturday, January 21 at 7:30 p.m. in CU Boulder’s Macky Auditorium. “Poema de Andalucía” shines a spotlight on romantic …
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Dec 27 2016
March 2017 could be considered the Month of the Flute at CU Boulder. In addition to Eklund Opera’s production of Mozart’s “The Magic Flute,” CU Presents’ Artist Series brings Sir James and Lady Jeanne Galway to Macky Auditorium for a performance. And Associate Professor of Flute Christina Jennings has turned the days surrounding the Galway …
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Dec 22 2016
With 72 million American baby boomers turning 65 at the rate of 10,000+ a day, organizations nationwide are evaluating their readiness to serve this population. Meals on Wheels of Boulder is responding by sharpening its chic factor. “We’re not your grandfather’s Meals on Wheels anymore,” says Francea Phillips, president and CEO. “Roast beef, meatloaf and …
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Dec 13 2016
There is so much going on at Longmont Meals on Wheels during the holiday season. If you are in the market for a new car and buy or lease a new Subaru before January 3, then check “Meals on Wheels,” Subaru America will donate $250 to Meals on Wheels. This event has made a significant …
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Dec 07 2016
The University of Colorado Boulder College of Music is opening Grusin Music Hall to the top high school vocalists in the region On Saturday, Dec. 10, the voice department hosts the Schmidt Youth Vocal Competition, one of the nation’s largest singing competitions for high school students. Organized by the William E. Schmidt Foundation and named …
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