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End of Year Message from the Boulder County Commissioners!

As we come to the end of 2023, the Board of County Commissioners would like to say thank you again to voters for their support for both the Affordable and Attainable Housing ballot measure and the Open Space ballot measure. These ballot measures encompass many of the values of the commissioners, county staff, and the …

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Longmont Meals on Wheels

I trust this letter finds you in good health. I am reaching out to express my profound gratitude for the remarkable efforts of Longmont Meals on Wheels (LMOW) within our community. Additionally, I wish to share a personal experience that underscores the crucial significance of LMOW’s mission. Having dedicated 21 years to LMOW, I have …

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City of Boulder Named Climate Action Leader on Carbon Disclosure Project!

The City of Boulder has been recognized by the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) as one of 119 cities across the globe taking bold leadership on environmental action and transparency. CDP’s A List is designed to encourage and support cities to ramp up their climate action and ambition. A List cities build climate momentum, taking four …

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Join the Canadian Brass for A Musical Christmas Adventure!

Ring in the holidays right with joyful brass music and merriment! The world-renowned Canadian Brass is back to help Boulder ring in the holidays with joyful brass music and merriment! With their signature blend of impeccable musicianship, humor and audience engagement, “the worldʼs most famous brass group” is sure to get your holiday celebrations underway. …

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Boulder’s Beloved Musical Holiday Tradition!

Be immersed in the comfort and joy of twinkling lights, seasonal greenery and beautiful music at CU Boulder’s Holiday Festival, an enchanting annual tradition for all ages. The longstanding celebration brings together student choirs, bands and orchestras along with world-class faculty performers for a winter concert of holiday favorites and a few fresh delights. From …

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Meals On Wheels Of Boulder’s Impact On The Community!

Meals on Wheels of Boulderc has been bringing health and humanity to the table since 1969. In 022, they delivered and served close to 79,000 meals. Currently, they deliver around 270-280 meals per day and serve over 1,000 meals per month at The Eat Well Café. Each weekday, friendly volunteers deliver hot, nutritious meals to …

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Peter and Beth Ornstein Receive 2023 Jim Swaeby Peace Award!

Boulder Rotary Club recently recognized Peter and Beth Ornstein as the 2023 recipients of the Jim Swaeby Peace Award. Their recognition comes for their work with the nonprofit organization Sustainable Israeli-Palestinian Projects (“SIPP” – www.sipprojects.org). The award recognizes outstanding achievement for “the advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world of fellowship of …

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Boulder Non-Profit Arts & Culture Industry Promotes Economic Outlook

The nonprofit arts and culture industry generates $115.1 million in annual economic activity in Boulder – supporting 2,451 jobs and generating $21.9 million in local, state, and federal government revenues, according to the Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 national economic impact study. Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 (AEP6) was conducted by Americans for the Arts, …

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Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Cadet Post Celebrates 50th Anniversary!

The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Cadet Post #500 is celebrating its 50th anniversary. The cadet post was established in September 1973 and was launched under then Sheriff Brad Leach. The post had 45 young women and men participate in the program the first year who were between the ages of 14 and 17. Today, the …

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Depressed Seniors With Guns Can Be A Lethal Mix!

Imagine a senior who is suffering from early memory impairment. He gets a urinary tract infection and is a bit delirious, not answering his phone. His daughter comes by to check on him. Because his infection is making him confused, he doesn’t recognize her. He thinks she is an intruder, shooting her with the gun …

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CU Presents When You Wish Upon A Star!

Join us on Friday, October 6 at 7:30 pm for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate 100 years of Disney through the lens of jazz at CU’s Macky Auditorium Concert Hall, 1595 Pleasant St, in Boulder. The program features the new house band of The National Jazz Museum in Harlem which is curated by artistic …

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CU Mackay Auditorium Hosts Singer Lila Downs!

Winner of seven Grammys, celebrated singer and Artist Series favorite Lila Downs is one of the most powerful and unique voices today. With symbolic stage presence and emotional storytelling, her singing transcends all language barriers.  A passionate human rights activist, Lila Downs’ lyrics tell stories ranging from social injustice to the suppressed Latin American stories …

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