The Gilpin County Board of County Commissioners meeting on November 12, 2024, featured the much-anticipated presentation of the Sexually Oriented Business (SOB) Impact Study, conducted by Paradigm Public Affairs. This meeting will be the only BoCC...
TUNGSTEN VALLEY - Ah, November 1978. J–, in my high school Senior Honors English class, asked me if she could help grind the mirror for a telescope I was building, down in the school’s grotto-like chemistry lab. I was enthusiastic. “Wow, I didn’t...
NEDERLAND - The preparations for the 2024 Nederland Thanksgiving Potluck have already begun, as this tradition since the early nineties returns on Sunday, November 17, 2024 to once again remind us all of the amazing community that we live...
On a day fittingly alternating between snow and sunshine, Eldora Resort held a grand opening ceremony for their new Caribou Lodge on October 30, 2024, in front of a cheering crowd. The new building located at the beginner area will house the Ignite Adaptive Sports program (Ignite), the children’s ski school, a cafeteria, a family warming room, a retail store and modern restrooms with glove boxes behind every toilet.
ROLLINSVILLE – On Halloween night, October 31, 2024, I had the chance to step into the world of pure terror at the Haunted Stage Stop in Rollinsville. And wow, what a bone-chilling experience! For those that are unaware, the Stage Stop has...
On Wednesday, October 30, 2024, the Nederland Area Seniors hosted their first ever costume contest. Dozens of seniors enjoyed a delicious lunch of enchiladas, rice, salad and beans. A pumpkin cake with cream cheese frosting followed.
NEDERLAND - While the Old Town neighborhood was swarmed with all kinds of young ghosts and goblins, and their chaperones, on Halloween night, the ghoulishly good times were being continued just across the street at the Caribou Village Shopping...
NEDERLAND - It’s been a busy year for Jeff and Susan Green. Not only did the Very Nice Brewing Company (VNBC) owners continue to operate their Nederland taproom for the thirteenth year, while offering their classic community-focused events like...
IDAHO SPRINGS - Angels, devils, and even chickens took over the Idaho Springs Elks Lodge on October 26, 2024, for the “Howl at the Moon” fundraiser, a night brimming with costumes, music, and generosity in support of Charlie’s Place animal...
Golden Gate Grange hosts spooky Trunk or Treat John Scarffe Golden Gate Canyon The Golden Gate Canyon Grange hosted the annual Trunk or Treat Halloween celebration on October 27, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Grange, 25231 Golden Gate...
NEDERLAND - With All Hallows’ Eve approaching, those who always have their costumes ready, those habitual trick or treaters, have enjoyed a surplus of spookiness as local businesses suddenly become full of cobwebs, swarmed with bats, spiders, and...
On Friday, October 25, Very Nice Brewing Company in Gilpin held a pumpkin carving contest. Several participants grabbed a tool and dug into their pumpkins. Susan Green, of Very Nice Brewing, said, "We had 7 participants. We were not...
On Saturday, October 26, 2024, the Central City Elks Lodge hosted a Halloween-themed costume ball featuring a variety of creative outfits, fun fundraising activities, and lively décor. One popular attraction was the “jail,” where attendees could “lock up” friends and others could “bail” them out for $10 ...
On Sunday, October 20, 2024, the Nederland Food Pantry (NFP) welcomed members, volunteers, and donors to an Open House at their brand new home at 196 West 1st Street. NFP Board members greeted attendees and took them on a tour of the three...
NEDERLAND - In our close-knit community, we share the goal of raising resilient children. Our collective experiences and the knowledge from neuroscience remind us that children thrive when they feel seen, soothed, safe, and secure with caring...
CENTRAL CITY – Central City became a haunted Victorian village on October 19, 2024, as families gathered for the first-ever Spooktacular event. The historic streets were filled with witches, ghouls, and colorful characters, bringing a spooky yet fun atmosphere to the mountain town.
ALLENSPARK - On Wednesday, October 9, 2024, Boulder County’s Zero Waste team hosted a meeting at The Old Gallery in Allenspark. Presenters included Zero Waste Program Manager Michal Duffy, Chandra Valenza, Derek Kinch, and Scott Touminen. The...
GILPIN COUNTY - ‘Tis the season to decorate your house with pumpkins and gourds. To make the decor unique, the Gilpin County Public Library is hosting a pumpkin decorating contest. The contest started on October 1 and will run until October...
CENTRAL CITY – There’s something spooky about Central City at night, especially when you’re in a group of people winding through dimly lit streets, hearing tales of terror and tragedy. On October 12, 2024, at precisely 6:30 p.m., I embarked on the...
October 2 - Sit and Stretch Yoga, 11 -11:30 a.m. in the Senior Lounge located at the Nederland Community Center. October 2 - Lunch: Breaded pork chop with gravy, mashed potatoes, broccoli, broiled half tomato, apple October 9 - Sit and Stretch...
