The Colorado River seems to be on everyone’s mind lately. News reports have mentioned climate change, drought, lower water levels and diminishing flows on the river. Some of Boulder’s water comes from the Colorado River. The city gets its water from three different sources, which helps make Boulder more resilient to natural disasters and able …
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Apr 24 2023
Boulder Rotary Recognizes Service Above Self Recipients
Six nominees will be recognized on April 29 when the Boulder Rotary Club hosts its second annual Service Above Self Awards Event. This award focuses on individuals who have contributed to the community outside of their work responsibilities or have created a better community above and beyond what their job might entail. This year’s nominees …
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Apr 01 2023
Boulder Nurse Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Each year in March, Women’s History Month offers an important opportunity for Americans to shine a light on the extraordinary legacy of trailblazing women and girls. Earlier this month, Boulder City Council invited the community to join in the celebration of all women and the progress they have made. The city compiled a list of …
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Mar 03 2023
Boulder Announces New North Branch Library
After years of preparation, the City of Boulder is pleased to announce that construction is ready to begin on the North Boulder Branch Library at 4500 13th Street. A groundbreaking ceremony was held in February. The North Boulder Branch Library has been in planning for over 30 years and was solidified as a community and …
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Feb 20 2023
Boulder County Announces New Commissioner
During the county’s annual Reorganization Meeting, the Boulder County Commissioners outlined the county’s goals, projects, and priorities for the year ahead. All county departments and elected offices contributed to the State of the County presentation, which included major projects, policy priorities, and program developments planned for 2023. A recording of the presentation, including the PowerPoint …
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Feb 06 2023
Bramford Marsalis Featured at MacKay Auditorium
On February 11, Branford Marsalis Quartet will be featured at CU Boulder’s Macky Auditorium. Supercharged, daring, delightful. Saxophonist Branford Marsalis is one of the most influential and revered figures in music. The NEA Jazz Master, Grammy winner and Tony nominee is equally at home performing concertos with symphony orchestras and sitting in with the Grateful …
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Jan 23 2023
Annual Report Provides Boulder’s Climate Impact
The city’s newly released 2021 Greenhouse Gas Inventory shows that community-wide emissions have fallen 15.5% since 2018. Greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide and methane, trap heat in Earth’s atmosphere, which contributes to climate change. The annual report highlights how Boulder has made headway in reducing emissions and identifies systems that must be changed to …
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Jan 01 2023
Takacs Quartet at CU Boulder on January 8 & 9!
The Grammy-winning Takács Quartet has moved audiences and sold out halls at CU Boulder for more than three decades and counting. The group’s powerfully compelling dynamic has proven time and again that Takács members are “matchless, their supreme artistry manifest at every level.” —The Guardian Their program will consist of Joseph Haydn: String Quartet in …
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Dec 26 2022
Boulder Ranks as Global Leader on Environmental Action
The City of Boulder has once again been recognized as a global leader on environmental action and transparency by the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). This international non-profit reviews environmental data provided by local governments to evaluate how well cities are tackling the climate crisis while being transparent about their progress. Boulder is among 122 cities …
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Dec 19 2022
Longmont Power & Communications Shares Holiday Decorating Safety Tips
With Thanksgiving just a couple of weeks away, many Longmont residents have already started to plan their holiday decorations. And by making sure to include safety in those plans, the season can truly be a joyful one, city officials said as Longmont Power & Communications (LPC) shared its annual decorating safety tips. “Every year, this …
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Dec 12 2022
Boulder Rotary Recognizes Two Jim Swaeby Peace Award Recipients!
At its October 29,2022 meeting, the Boulder Rotary Club awarded the Jim Swaeby Peace Award to Betty Ball and LeRoy Moore, co-founders of the Rocky Mountain Peace and Justice Center. Named for the late Jim Swaeby, Boulder Rotary Club member, real estate executive and former Peace Corps Volunteer, the award was started in 2019 to …
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Dec 05 2022
Boulder Opera Family Series Presents: Hansel and Gretel
Boulder Opera performs Hansel and Gretel at the Dairy Arts Center for ages 3 and up. This December 9th-18th 2022, Boulder Opera will return with their well-loved family series and perform Engelbert Humperdinck’s rendition of Hansel and Gretel at the Dairy Arts Center. Humperdinck’s take on the family-favorite fairy tale lets listeners follow the children’s …
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