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Look Around

There’s something about summer that feels quietly extraordinary.

Maybe it’s the cool morning air before the heat settles in. Maybe it’s the sound of kids laughing barefoot through the neighborhood long after bedtime. Or maybe it’s the way this season invites us to slow down, look around, and reconnect.

This month’s Explore Issue is filled with exactly that kind of beauty.

For our family, one of those simple moments happens whenever colorful hot-air balloons drift across the northern sky and turn an ordinary day into something magical.

My girls immediately press their cheeks against the car windows, counting how many they can find floating in the distance. This summer, I cannot wait to take them up close to meet the pilots behind these incredible creations at the Erie Balloon Festival.

A weekend when dozens of vibrant balloons rise quietly into the sunrise while families gather below in awe. For a few moments, strangers stand shoulder to shoulder, coffee in hand, eyes fixed on the sky like little kids again.

But exploration is not always about adventure. Sometimes it looks like connection.

As a fire chief’s daughter, the story of Revital Colorado hits home. Behind every flashing light, radio call, and uniform is a human being carrying heavy scenes, losses, and trauma most of us could never imagine. Those moments do not disappear when the shift ends or they walk through the front door at home. Revital creates space for first responders and their families to breathe, connect, heal, and remember they do not have to carry those burdens alone.

Their mission is simple: Human connection, shared experiences and a reminder that healing often begins when people feel seen, understood, and supported by community.

This summer, maybe the moments that matter most are the quiet ones.

The conversations that linger a little longer.

The spontaneous adventures that become core memories.

The chance to show up for a neighbor, support a local non-profit, or simply be more present with the people you love.

Because the most meaningful kind of exploration is not always about discovering new places, but discovering deeper connection — with our families, our community, and the people sharing this life alongside us when we slow down long enough to truly look around.

See you out there,

July 2026

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Julie Walker, Kevin Getz

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1-7: FRIENDS of Broomfield are grateful to everyone who joined us for our annual Luncheon & Fashion Show, Heroes of Our Own Stories, at the Limelight Hotel in Boulder. The event was about more than a runway. It was a celebration of the incredible individuals we call Friends and the community that helps their stories unfold. Every day, our Friends show us what courage, resilience, growth, and determination look like. Through the generosity of attendees, volunteers, sponsors, and donors, FRIENDS can continue providing opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to build friendships, pursue their dreams, grow in independence, and experience belonging. Thank you for helping write the next chapter. What a beautiful story we’re writing together.

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The Broomfield Area Chamber of Commerce welcomes the following new members. Altus Digital, American Painting Specialists, CourtSide Consulting LLC, Eagle Fitness & Training, Front Range Fresh, North Boulder Physical Therapy, Peak to Sea Travel Experience & RAE Technology. Please consider these businesses first when the need arises! For a full list of local businesses, head to broomfieldchamber.com.

This summer, James Anderson of Better Everyday Fitness is taking on a powerful challenge with FRIENDS of Broomfield. Alongside his team, he’ll climb Mount Quandary while carrying weighted packs that increase as donations grow, symbolizing the physical, emotional, and financial burdens many individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities face daily. Every dollar raised helps protect life-changing programs, proving that when a community comes together, no one has to carry the weight alone.

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The 10% Target Mindset

Jen Cohen ON THE PRACTICE OF ASKING FOR WHAT YOU WANT

Winnipeg in the winter, and a 17-year-old waits 45 minutes in the cold for Keanu Reeves. Her fingers are numb. She is not there for an autograph. She is there to ask him to appear in her audition tape for MuchMusic, Canada’s MTV. When he finally agrees, she writes her number on a gum wrapper with a borrowed lip liner.

He calls days later.

That 17-year-old was Jen Cohen — fitness expert, host of the Habits & Hustle podcast, and best-selling author. She has built a career on the premise her frostbitten afternoon proved. She calls the practice the 10% Target: 10 attempts at whatever you want most in life.

The premise is simple. Most people never make one attempt. Almost nobody makes two. The math works in favor of the person who keeps going.

The top-rated Habits & Hustle podcast has logged hundreds of conversations with high performers and the people who study what the body does to the mind. Her TEDx talk, The Secret to Getting Anything You Want in Life, has traveled widely inside Fortune 500 sales-training rooms. On the Share the Lifestyle podcast, Cohen sits down to share the working rules that are the foundation of her latest book, Bigger, Better, Bolder.

“You have to be the CEO of your own life.”

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MAKE TEN ATTEMPTS

The door opens, or another door does. The unmade attempt and the refused one leave you in the same place — except one of them teaches you something.

STACK THE DECK

Cohen frames her habits as a wager: How do I stack the deck so I win more than I lose? The workout happens first, and the food decisions follow. The email follow-up gets sent, and the answer arrives. The choices compound in a single direction.

DISCIPLINE IS A PRACTICED SKILL, NOT AN INHERITANCE

No one is born with it. The people who look disciplined are running a routine they have rehearsed long enough that it no longer feels like effort. The reps are the skill. Miss them, and the skill fades, the same as any other.

SELF-TALK ONLY WORKS WHEN THE BODY BACKS IT UP

Confidence does not arrive by repeating the word. It arrives after the body has done the thing — the workout finished, the cold walk endured, the email sent. The mind takes its cues from what the body proves it can do. Talk follows action, not the other way around.

NEVER MISS A MONDAY

The first decision sets the slope of the rest. Skip the Monday workout, and the rest of the week tends to follow. Hold the line on Monday, and the slope tilts the other way.

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A LIFELINE FOR Our Frontline

THE NONPROFIT MISSION OF REVITAL IS HELPING FIRST RESPONDERS AND FAMILIES FIND HOPE BEYOND THE UNIFORM

ARTICLE BY KEVIN GETZ | PHOTOGRAPHY BY REVITAL

Ever notice how many television shows are built around the lives of law enforcement officers, firefighters, emergency medical technicians, and dispatchers? The flashing lights. The adrenaline. The heroic rescues. It makes for gripping drama, high ratings, and millions in advertising dollars.

But behind the uniforms and the headlines are real people carrying the weight of what they see every day. And that weight doesn’t clock out when the shift ends.

First responders are wired to run toward chaos, help strangers, and make a difference in the darkest moments of someone else’s life. But what happens when they are the ones quietly falling apart?

Most people will never fully understand the emotional toll of the job. How could they? Sometimes it takes someone who has lived it, another first responder who truly “gets it,” to make them feel seen, understood, and not alone.

In 2019, Jordan Long, a firefighter in Adams County with nine years of service under his belt, realized that his home and personal life were out of control.

“My wife started noticing the changes in me as a person. Things like having no work/life balance, being irritable all the time and emotionally detached, barely sleeping, and using unhealthy coping mechanisms. And it was getting worse,” says Jordan. “So I left that career. It’s not the job that’s the problem, it’s what the job does to every other part of your life.”

The day he decided to step aside from his job, his chief asked if he would stay on the department’s peer support team, a group of specially trained first responders who provide confidential support and resources to fellow employees navigating work and personal struggles. Over the next six months, more of his peers reached out for help than ever before, which made him realize peer support alone wasn’t enough.

That’s when Revital was born. Founded by Broomfield resident Jordan Long, the first responder support organization officially launched in September 2020.

“It starts with small, organized outings of five to ten people, all of them, including the trip leader, active or retired firefighters, dispatchers, EMTs, or law enforcement officers. We do things like fly fishing, golfing, and horseback riding, with lunch included. It gives participants a chance to relax for a while with a group of people just like them,” Jordan explains.

The cost? Free to every participant. Behind each retreat are donors, sponsors, and community partners, including organizations like Guys Who Give Broomfield, who believe first responders should never have to carry the weight of the job alone.

“Money is tight for many of these folks and can often become a barrier, or even an excuse, to not get the help they need or take care of themselves, which is why we make the outings free of charge,” adds Jordan.

Each trip leader is trained to facilitate the experience, so everyone feels comfortable and has fun. No one is prodded to share or open up about anything; it just happens naturally for most of them. Oftentimes, they hit it off with someone new and develop friendships that continue outside of Revital outings.

“The outings are just the tip of what is available at Revital, but it’s a great way to introduce them to the organization and all we have to offer,” describes Jordan.

Take the work they do with first responder spouses, for example. They face their own challenges. From the first day on the job, the long shifts and irregular sleeping patterns throw a normal schedule out the door. If they don’t have the same type of career, it’s difficult to understand the emotional roller coaster they see when their spouse is at home, leading to a disconnect with someone who is supposed to be their closest friend and partner in life.

As a Broomfield police wife, Toni Mortensen knows the stress, unpredictability, and emotional weight that often follows first responder families home. Today, as Revital’s Family and Spouse Care Coordinator, she creates outings and workshops designed specifically for spouses, helping women find support from others who truly understand their world.

“It’s so rewarding to see these women become friends and be there for each other,” she says. “Sometimes it’s as simple as,

‘Hey, can you come over for an hour and watch the kids while I take a shower and clean up? I haven’t had a free moment in three days!’”

Revital also creates women-only first responder experiences, giving many of them the chance to relax, connect, and speak more freely after spending most of their careers working in maledominated environments.

The bulk of the people Revital helps have between five and fifteen years of service. That age group also tends to raise families, and the strain on marriages and family life often grows heavier during those years due to financial stress and a lack of time and emotional ability to bond with their children. Revital’s couples' outings, workshops, and even retreats are great places to learn how to deal with those struggles and nurture healthy relationships.

Unfortunately, the stigma of seeing a mental health professional deters many first responders from seeking help. Law enforcement professionals tend to be especially leery, as they might be asked to turn in their service weapon, and maybe even their badge, while they seek treatment. In some departments, such things are noted in their record, which might come into play down the line. That’s one reason why Revital uses a comprehensive wellness education approach.

“The weight of the job doesn’t clock out when the shift ends.”

— JORDAN LONG

“It’s not just dealing with the trauma on the job. We know that relationships and finances are also a big concern. We can direct people to many different resources and keep everything confidential,” says Jordan.

Brandon, a firefighter in Thornton, describes his experience with Revital and how it saved his career, and possibly his life.

“I love being a firefighter. It’s the only career I ever wanted. But over the years, I’ve seen some terrible accidents and some of the nasty things people do, and I found myself spiraling down a dark hole. I tried to cope with it all by detaching myself from it, but I ended up losing any empathy for the people I was supposed to help,” Brandon somberly explains. “Society said I was a hero, but I sure didn’t feel that way. I was afraid I would have to quit my job to become human again, but I loved the job and didn’t have any friends outside the firehouse. I couldn’t stay working, and I couldn’t quit, and I didn’t like who I’d become. I began to think there was no way out. Thankfully, I was introduced to Revital, signed up for a fly-fishing outing with Jordan, and met some guys who were going through some of the same things I was! It was lifesaving to know that I was not alone. They directed me to some other resources that have really helped me cope with different issues. I am a work in progress, but I am very happy that I can still do the job I love.”

Brandon’s example isn’t unique. A large percentage of first responders have experienced symptoms related to mental health, along with higher rates of depression, anxiety, burnout, alcohol misuse, divorce, and

sleep deprivation. Job turnover rates are alarming, so retaining healthy, experienced people is key.

That’s another critical role that Revital is playing. Many police, fire, and EMT academies around the state are asking Revital to provide wellness education to cadets and continuing education seminars to active responders throughout the year. It’s a gradual shift toward education and prevention.

“We served over 2,000 first responders last year through more than 200 outings and retreats, but we want to help more,” says Jordan.

As a charitable nonprofit, Revital Colorado exists because people in the community choose to stand behind the men and women who spend their lives standing up for others. From donors and sponsors to businesses offering outdoor experiences and retreat spaces, every act of support helps create moments of rest, healing, and connection for first responders and their families.

Whether it is championing the mission of Revital or fostering honest dialogue about the emotional health of our frontline, every gesture of support counts. The truth remains: the neighbors who run toward our darkest hours are frequently navigating their own internal struggles. These weights don’t disappear with the siren; they follow them into the quiet of their homes, shared by partners and children who bear the burden of the job. Underneath the uniform and the dispatch code is a person doing their best to stay whole. In these moments, the most impactful gift a community can offer is the assurance that no one has to stand alone.

FUNDAY SUNDAY

EYES to the SKIES

Awakening Wonder and Resilience at the Erie Balloon Festival

ARTICLE BY JULIE WALKER PHOTOGRAPHY BY ERIE BALLOON FESTIVAL

The air is crisp and the morning quiet remains unbroken. With a cup of coffee in hand, looking skyward at 5:45 a.m., the magic begins. Paramotors dance through the air, executing synchronized maneuvers. It’s the perfect prelude to when the true heartbeat of the weekend takes flight: the Morning Mass Ascension. Dozens of hot-air balloons begin to inflate, rise, and lift off together, filling the morning sky with a breathtaking canopy of color.

Then dusk settles in, and a buzz of excitement fills the air. Against the backdrop of the mountain shadows, dozens of balloons slowly come to life, their colorful envelopes glowing from within. The illuminated display resembles a field of giant flickering lanterns beneath the darkening sky, creating a visual symphony that feels almost magical.

Together, these events create a double spectacle that turns everyone on the ground into children again.

Welcome to the Erie Balloon Festival!

The Mass Ascension and Night Glow are just two of the many attractions held this year on July 10-12 in Erie at Weld County Road 5 & Colliers Parkway. This FREE three-day event invites neighbors from all over Colorado to witness a premier celebration of flight. If you want to do more than just watch, you can experience a taste of the magic firsthand. Hop into a tethered balloon for just $20 (cash only) to catch a spectacular bird’s-eye view of the entire festival grounds!

Behind it all is the Erie Chamber of Commerce and Tamlyn Grace, also known as the Balloon Meister. A licensed hot-air balloon pilot and seasoned event planner, this marks Tamlyn’s second year directing the festival. Founded 29 years ago by Steve Hunter, the event was built on a vision to create a place where balloonists and spectators could gather to share the wonder of flight. Since then, the festival has attracted more than 10,000 attendees and grown to feature 30 balloons this year.

Among the massive fleet taking flight during the morning launches are the whimsical special-shaped balloons, a beloved tradition in ballooning.Two of this year’s featured guests are CLAW’d the crab and Somethin’ Fishy, a massive fishbowl.

You’ll also see Joelly, a giant baby bee, piloted by longtime balloonist Michael Glen. Widely known as the “Rolling Pilot,” Michael holds the distinction of being the world’s first paraplegic hot-air balloon pilot, serving as an enduring inspiration to the aviation community and beyond.

To say ballooning is in Michael’s blood is an understatement; he took his first flight with his parents when he was just two weeks old. Raised in a ballooning family, Michael spent his childhood attending rallies and events, dreaming of becoming a pilot one day.

An avid athlete and adventurer, Michael’s life changed at age 21 when a single-vehicle rollover accident left him paralyzed from the waist down. He spent months rebuilding strength and independence while struggling with the loss of his athletic identity. Despite the challenges, Michael remained determined to return to ballooning. Initially, the FAA denied his request for a student pilot license because of his disability. With support from the ballooning community, the decision was reversed. He eventually found a specially designed balloon basket called a Duo Chariot, allowing him to fly independently.

“To me, my story is just me,” said Michael. “I’m just a guy in a wheelchair that’s living life and trying to live it to its fullest.” For Michael, ballooning represents freedom, challenge and possibility. Now living in Arizona and sharing his journeys on Instagram as @ rollingpilot, he’s excited to participate in the festival. “There is something special about seeing hot air balloons take off and float in the sky; it turns us all into children with eyes of amazement.”

Come out to meet Michael and all the other balloon pilots at this year’s Erie Balloon Festival! Whether it’s watching Joelly drift across the morning sky or witnessing dozens of glowing balloons illuminate the evening, the event offers the kind of wonder that makes people of all ages stop, look up and smile.

Your Guide to the Sky

Balloon Meister Tamlyn Grace (pictured center) highlights a few can’t-miss moments from this year’s Erie Balloon Festival, taking place Friday through Sunday, July 10-12, 2026. For a full schedule and festival details, visit erieballoonfestival.com

Friday – Sunday Morning

• 5:30 a.m. | Field & Food Trucks Open

• 5:45 a.m. | Paramotor Aerial Show

• 6:00 a.m. | Morning Mass Ascensions & Tether Rides Begin ($20 cash per person)

Saturday Evening

• 5:00 p.m. | Field, Food Trucks & Walk Throughs Open

• 5:30 p.m. | Tether Rides Begin ($20 cash per person)

• 6:00 p.m. | Story Time with Megan Duggan, author of Bix’s Balloons (Presented by Chick-fil-A)

• 7:30 p.m. | Special Evening Paramotor Performance

• 8:00 p.m. | Night Glow

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Summer Seafood Gazpacho

ALYSSA LAVY, MS, RD, CDN

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A REFRESHING,

CHILLED, SUMMER FORWARD SOUP THAT PACKS IN PROTEIN AND FIBER!

Ingredients:

(yields ~8 C gazpacho)

• 8 large tomatoes

• 1 large cucumber

• 2 cloves garlic

• 1 small sweet onion

• 1 jalapeño pepper

• ½ tsp hot sauce

• 3 Tbsp lemon juice

• 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 1 Tbsp red wine vinegar

• 1 ¼ tsp kosher salt

• ½ tsp ground black pepper

• 2 Tbsp parsley (fresh or dried)

• 8 oz lump crab meat

• 8 oz cooked shrimp, chilled (about 8-12 large shrimp)

*Optional suggested toppings include: cilantro, tortilla chips, chopped jalapeños, creme fraiche, or additional parsley.

This summer seafood gazpacho screams summer and is the perfect, refreshing meal, snack or appetizer to beat the heat - whether you’re entertaining or enjoying a quiet meal with family. It’s packed with some of the season’s most flavorful produce and provides satisfying fiber and protein to help keep you feeling full, while still being light enough to enjoy on the hottest of summer days. Plus, there is no need to turn on the oven or the stove, keeping your kitchen (and you) cool as a cucumber! You can enjoy this chilled soup as is, or add toppings like chopped jalapeños, cilantro, or creme fraiche and scoop it up with tortilla chips!

Directions:

1. Cut tomatoes into large chunks, approximately 6-8 pieces each. Set aside.

2. Slice cucumber into thick slices. Set aside.

3. Mince garlic. Set aside.

4. Chop onion into medium sized pieces. Set aside.

5. Slice jalapeño pepper in half, lengthwise. Remove seeds if you prefer less heat. Chop jalapeño pepper and set aside.

6. Add tomatoes to large food processor. You may need to add about half of the tomatoes, pulse for a few seconds and then add the remaining tomatoes depending on the size of your food processor. Pulse tomatoes until chunky and slightly pureed. You will continue to puree the tomatoes once the additional ingredients are added, so do not pulse until completely smooth.

7. Add remaining vegetables (cucumber, garlic, onion, jalapeño pepper) to food processor with the tomatoes. Add hot sauce, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper and parsley. Replace the lid and pulse to desired consistency – the gazpacho should be pureed, but still somewhat chunky and not completely smooth.

8. Store in an airtight container and chill in the fridge for at least one hour before serving. If not serving right away, this gazpacho can be made in advance and stored in the fridge overnight or for a few days until ready to serve. If making this gazpacho in advance, purchase fresh seafood or thaw frozen within 1 day of serving to keep seafood fresh and store seafood separately, only adding when ready to serve. When ready to serve, chop the shrimp and add approximately 1-2 oz chopped shrimp and ~1 oz crab meat to each bowl. You can add optional toppings, such as chopped cilantro, chopped jalapeños, tortilla chips, creme fraiche and an additional sprinkle of parsley, if preferred. Enjoy!

Note: This gazpacho can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for up for 4 days, without the seafood. Store seafood separately and add when ready to consume.

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Birdwatching Made Simple

EXPERT TIPS TO MAKE BACKYARD BIRDING A FASCINATING AND PEACEFUL PART OF YOUR LIFE.

ARTICLE BY MARSHALL ZWEIG | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

Thinking of putting up a bird feeder? You’re not alone. Backyard birding is the second most popular hobby in the U.S.—right behind gardening. Bob Gors of Wild Birds Unlimited in Macomb, MI, shares expert tips to help you get started—and get results.

START WITH THE RIGHT SETUP

If you’re new to bird feeding, don’t overcomplicate it. Bob recommends starting with a tray feeder, either pole-mounted or hung. “It’s accessible to the widest range of birds,” he says, “and it lets you experiment with different seed blends.”

Before setting up, take a look at your yard. Birds prefer to feed near trees or shrubs where they can perch and scan for predators. “If your yard is wide open, it’s going to be harder to attract them,” Bob notes.

Quick Tip: Place your feeder about 15 feet from trees or shrubs to give birds a safe place to wait their turn.

CHOOSE THE RIGHT SEED—AND SKIP THE FILLERS

Not all bird seed is created equal. Bob advises avoiding blends with fillers like milo, wheat, or oats. “Those are agricultural leftovers. Most birds won’t eat them.”

Each Wild Birds Unlimited store owner customizes their seed blends, based on the birds in each store’s specific area. Their blends contain no fillers—just high-quality ingredients birds actually eat. They’re available in no-mess varieties—no shells, no waste. “With standard seed, up to 40% of the weight of the bag is shells,” Bob says. “No-mess is 100 percent pure bird food.”

Quick Tip: Choose fresh, unscented, unflavored seed. Birds don’t need additives—just what they’d eat in nature. Check the ingredients on the bag: sunflower should be the first ingredient—since it’s the seed most birds love.

KEEP UNWANTED GUESTS AWAY

Squirrels causing trouble? Try safflower seed. “It tastes bitter to squirrels but attracts cardinals, grosbeaks, titmice, nuthatches and chickadees,” Bob says. Hot pepper blends also work— birds can’t taste the heat, but mammals can.

To deter large birds like starlings, Bob recommends using a cage around tube feeders to limit access. Tube feeders with small perches help discourage bigger birds. For tidier feeding, seed cylinders—compressed seed—are a great low-mess option.

Quick Tip: “Start simple,” Bob advises. “Watch what’s happening in your yard, then adjust as needed.” Unlike loose seed, cylinders make the birds work harder—and give you longer-lasting views of the birds.

WHY BIRD WATCHING STICKS

Bob says many customers started birding during the pandemic—and never stopped. “They looked out the window and realized something was there,” he says. It’s remained part of their lives: one couple told Bob they still start every morning on the porch with coffee and birdsong. “It became a ritual that many people now cherish,” Bob says.

For expert help making bird watching your ritual, stop by Wild Birds Unlimited in your area or visit wbu.com.

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A SELECTION OF UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS

JULY 8TH, 15TH, 22ND, 29TH

Broomfield Summer Concert Series

Midway Park & Anthem Community Park | 6:00 PM

Enjoy free, family-friendly evenings of live music at Broomfield’s Summer Concert Series. Held on select summer nights at Midway Park and Anthem Community Park, this community favorite features local and touring musicians, opening acts, and lively outdoor settings. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, grab a bite from food trucks, and enjoy the perfect midweek summer vibe with friends and family.

JULY 14TH

Wine, Women & Wealth

West + Main Homes - 920 Main Street, Louisville, CO 80027 | 6:30 PM

Join a welcoming community of women connecting over conversation, collaboration, and confidence with money. Enjoy a relaxed evening with wine and light bites while building meaningful relationships and gaining practical financial insight. Come network, share, and grow alongside like-minded women in a supportive, empowering environment designed to inspire smarter decisions and lasting connections.

JULY 17TH-24TH

The Broomfield Open

Broomfield Swim and Tennis - 250 Main St. Broomfield, CO 80020

The best week of your summer! Watch incredible tennis for free, grab complimentary beer and wine every night, check out great vendors, enjoy dinner, and soak up the fun atmosphere. Whether you're playing or spectating, The Broomfield Open is Colorado summer at its finest. To learn more, head to broomfieldswimandtennis.com

JULY 23RD

Bites & Brews

Blue Sport Stable - 1 Superior Dr, Superior, CO 80027 | 4:30 PM

Savor the best of Broomfield at Bites & Brews, a lively community tasting event featuring local restaurants, caterers, and breweries. Enjoy a wide variety of bites and beverages, vote for your favorites, and connect with local businesses and nonprofits. With something for every taste, it’s a fun, all-ages evening that brings the community together. Tickets available at broomfieldchamber.com.

JULY 25TH

Community Shred Event

FNBO - 12009 Sheridan Blvd, Broomfield, CO 80020 | 8:00 AM

FNBO is proud to once again host a Community Shred Event on July 25 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at 12009 Sheridan Blvd. Securely dispose of sensitive documents while supporting local causes. Cash donations will benefit the Broomfield Police Foundation, and school supply donations will support A Precious Child's Fill A Backpack program.

JULY 29TH

100 Women Who Care

Elevations Credit Union - 1 Environmental Way, Broomfield, CO 80021 | 5:30 PM

Women Who Care is a community of women who join together to collectively support non-profits in Broomfield. Quarterly, members gather and nominate local non-profits where they turn each individual $100 donation into thousands of dollars by harnessing the power of the group. Head to broomfield100womenwhocare.com to find out how you can be a part of the power and attend the next meeting.

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