Travel Boulder Winter/Spring 2018

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Only in Boulder

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Hotel Boulderado

Historic Hotel Turns 110 Years

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A Walk Through Boulder’s History

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FROM THE EDITOR PUBLISHER

Winter/Spring 2018

JOHN R. BRICE

I think my memories are collected in places, not moments in time.

My melancholy lives in the bricks that line the Pearl Street Mall and sits on its flower boxes, dusted with snow, as the holiday lights frame the sky. My emotions weave through Boulder’s neighborhoods in search of the best holiday lights displays. They are the giant, glowing “Flatirons star” on the rocks overlooking Boulder, the one that makes my daughter gasp every year like it’s the first time she’s seen it.

My memories are a dark table in the corner of License No. 1. A red-and-white checkered, garlic-scented table at Pasta Jay’s. A warm nook in the basement of the Boulder Bookstore. The rooftop of a parking garage where I used to meet this one hot guy 12 years ago this autumn to make out. (I can’t believe my luck; I married that guy.)

Boulder is a treasure chest of my favorite places, and within each of them, my favorite memories of winter. When the snowflakes begin to fall, the so-called Boulder Bubble (the forcefield of weirdness that people joke surrounds us) transforms into a real-life snow globe.

If ever there were magic on Earth, it’s Boulder this time of year.

We’re honoring that with this magazine.

Dive deep into what makes Boulder so unique with our neighborhood guide, a collection of only-in-Boulder activities and destinations, from beat bookstores to a drinking fountain spewing fresh glacier water to potions infused with energetic essences to a hotel with a rock climbing wall in the lobby. As natives to Boulder, we bet there are some things on this Boulder bucket list you’ve never tried. Think you’ve got something we’ve never done? Share it with us on Facebook @travelboulder. I’ll try it. Twice. And then I’ll write about it. That’s just who I am as a person.

Test me.

After ordering doggie room service, dining with a ghost and getting a CBD massage, then learn about Boulder’s history, as experienced through its oldest hotel, the Hotel Boulderado. The Boulderado also happens to be celebrating its 110th birthday this New Year’s Eve, so we’re gonna party like it’s 1909.

Looking for some gift inspo? Instead of your regular, predictable gift guide (yawn), we’re letting you in on something personal: our own letters to Santa (slash my Rooftop Husband). Learn what’s on our local wish list this year. And because it’s just as important to give as it is to receive (can you tell I’m a mom?), we’ve included where we are donating, as well as compiled a list of lesser-known nonprofits. You can support a nonprofit by buying designer clothes, playing on a giant pirate ship at a children’s museum, getting a new bike and catching live music.

There are so many ways to help by just doing what you already love.

And on that note, we hope this magazine helps you. Writing it was something we truly loved doing. We hope you can feel that in every word, and we hope that energy sticks with you for the new year.

Read even more online at TravelBoulder.com.

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Contents RANDY GOLDNER

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MICHELLE ADAMS, RYAN GRAF GEOFF HERDEN, AARON LOVATO

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14 Winter/Spring Events in Boulder County COVER PHOTO Dont miss these things to do this winter and spring.

ANN DUNCAN

18 Winter Activities in Boulder PHOTOGRAPHERS Here are 12 ways to enjoy the perfect, Boulder-style winter.

ELDORA

Just 21 miles west of Boulder, Eldora is relaxed and a local fave.

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ZACH ANDREWS, JONATHAN AUERBACH, STEPHENBig COLLECTOR, 34EMILY The CARL, Boulderado’s Birthday ANN DUNCAN, PAULA GILLEN, The Hotel Boulderado turns 110 this New Year’s Day. JACOB HELLECKSON, BRIAN LOPEZ, MORGAN, GRANT NYQUIST, 40JESSICA “The Boulder Experience” Exhibit WERNER SLOCUM, EMILY TAYLOR, Take a walk through Boulder’s History.

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DANCERS WITH THE BOULDER BALLET PERFORM “THE NUTCRACKER” AT THE MACKY AUDITORIUM I PHOTO COURTESY OF ELI AKERSTEIN

THE HOTTEST THINGS TO DO IN BOULDER THIS WINTER A funny thing about Boulder: The temps drop, the snow falls, the days shorten but the action doesn’t slow. For many, wintertime is what Colorado livin’ is all about. Skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, ice climbing, snow camping, ice fishing. Boulderites be crazy. Just put on some gloves and get on with it. If you’re looking to join the fun this winter, here are some events you don’t want to miss.

November The holiday season begins in November, even before Thanksgiving.

Mid-November the Pearl Street Mall gets all dressed up for the season.

Starting mid-November and running through mid-February, downtown Boulder also is home to Snow Much Fun. Enjoy elaborate holiday light displays on the Pearl Street Mall and in Central Park.

Beyond the holidays, the University of Colorado’s men’s and women’s basketball leagues begin playing in November. The season runs through March.

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ALSO IN NOVEMBER: NOV. 23: It’s tradition time. See “The Nutcracker Ballet” 2-4 p.m. at the Macky Auditorium Concert Hall on the University of Colorado Campus. This show is put on by the Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra. Also, Santa begins hanging out on the Pearl Street Mall around 11 a.m. Nov. 23 and he continues to visit every Saturday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. until Dec. 22. St. Nick on the Bricks is a free, kid-friendly chance to chat with the big, bearded man at 1303 Pearl St. NOV. 26 AND 27: FACE, a popular, local acapella band, kicks off a fun holiday concert at the BDT Stage, 5001 Arapahoe Ave. FACE is local but nationally respected.

These shows are always a blast.

December The holiday season is in full jingling swing come December. The month begins with the 30th-annual Lights of December Parade through downtown. Starting at 6 p.m., watch holiday-themed floats, listen to carolers and marching bands and catch a glimpse of Santa as the parade marches by.

The route starts at 15th and Walnut streets, heads west to Broadway, north on Broadway to Spruce and then east on Spruce, ending on 15th Street.

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ALSO IN DECEMBER: DEC. 1-2: Head to Longmont to the Boulder County Fairgrounds for its annual Winter Market. This huge shopping experience features more than 100 local vendors. Find everything from coffee to kombucha, woodwork to wine and more. It’s free to get in, and there are kids’ activities and live music.

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DEC. 7: CU Presents’ 40th-annual Holiday Festival fills Macky Auditorium Dec. 7-9.

This spectacular, sparkling show features student bands, orchestras and choirs on the same stage as world-class performers.

January The new year starts with the annual Polar Plunge, a wild New Year’s Day tradition where people take a dip in the freezing waters at Boulder Reservoir. Many people go in costume.

After that, things in Boulder slow down in January, as residents recover from the busy holiday season and try to catch their breath. Treat yourself to an evening without the kids at BDT’s highly anticipated “Disenchanted” starting Jan. 12. This adults-only dinner theater musical features “disenchanted” princesses and fairy tale stars. Poison apples aren’t the only naughty thing on this stage.

ALSO IN JANUARY: JAN. 20: Got a New Year’s resolution to improve your health? Sign up for the Prairie Dog Half Marathon, 10K and 5K in Louisville. The race starts at the Coal Creek Golf Course, 585 Dillon Road.

JAN. 27: Get inspired at the Boulder Wedding Showcase at the Boulder Theater. Get ideas for everything from fashion to gifts and music. Even wedding astrologers and kundli makers.

February The Boulder International Film Festival is what’s big in Boulder in February. The 15th-annual film fest has been named one of the 25 coolest film festivals in the world.

It features more than 40 new films and all kinds of star-studded entertainment. In 2019, it runs Feb. 28-March 3.

BIFF attracts more than 25,000 film fans and professionals every year and has drawn some major stars, including Alec Baldwin, James Franco, Chevy Chase and Martin Sheen, to name a few.

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Early March is for craft beer in Boulder. (OK, every month is for craft beer. But this month has a festival to go with it.) The annual Winter Craft Beer Festival can get kinda chilly, but warm up with craft brew and live music.

“Disrupt, drink and discover” is the mission behind the annual event, which takes over the underground parking garage in the Twenty Ninth Street Mall. The celebration typically draws about 2,000 people and features more than 50 breweries. But unlike many Colorado beer fests, this one doesn’t just feature local brewers. It mixes out-ofstate brands with local ones, big names with small, hidden gems. The variety makes it unique. So does the time of year.

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April is a big month for Boulder. March 29 through April 6 is Boulder Arts Week, a weeklong celebration of all things art: performances, a First Friday art walk, artist demos, workshops, presentations, film screenings and live concerts.

Boulder welcomes spring with the annual Tulip Fairy and Elf Festival on April 7, which draws hundreds of costumed kiddos to the Pearl Street Mall to welcome the blooming flowers. Pearl Street’s tulip display is like walking through a rainbow.

Warmer weather also means it’s time for the incredible Boulder County Farmers Market to start up again. Shop local produce, meat and crafts Saturday mornings and Wednesday evenings in Boulder; Saturdays in Longmont; and Thursdays in Lafayette.

April is also time for the annual Taste of Pearl event, where you can taste food samples paired with local wine and cocktails at various galleries and shops throughout downtown. Shop, mingle and munch.

The Boulder Creek Festival is an annual May event that you don’t want to miss.

It marks the beginning of summer in Boulder. The free creek fest brings more than 500 vendors to Boulder, spotlighting arts and crafts, local businesses, health and technology.

Enjoy entertainment at nine different event areas and on three different stages that feature fun music and dance performances.

The Bolder Boulder 10K race is one of Boulder’s most famous events, as well as one of the biggest and best 10K races in the world. Put on your costume and race to the finish line, which is one big party. This year’s race is May 27.

ALSO IN APRIL: The Conference on World Affairs at the University of Colorado, where about 100 experts on all kinds of topics come in to share their opinions and knowledge at free events. This year the conference is celebrating its 70th anniversary.

The Local Lab New Play Festival, a multi-day theater event that invites the audience to be involved in the creation of a show.

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ALSO IN MAY: Boulder Startup Week is for innovators. Creative thinkers come together during this week with hundreds of free, inspiring events and great connections.on all kinds of topics come in to share their opinions and knowledge at free events. This year the conference is celebrating its 70th anniversary.

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boulder’s guide TO WINTER ACTIVITIES

A SNOWBOARDER SHREDS THE SLOPES AT ELDORA MOUNTAIN I PHOTO COURTESY OF ELDORA MOUNTAIN

Just because the temps drop and the snow follows doesn’t mean it’s time to hide away and hermit. There’s tons to do in the winter in Boulder. Pull on your mittens. Here are 12 ways to enjoy the perfect Boulder-style winter.

1. Go Skiing You can go skiing close to Boulder, at the Eldora Mountain Resort. It’s just 21 miles west of Boulder, and only three miles from the Boulder County mountain town of Nederland. Eldora’s one of the few ski areas on the east side of the Continental Divide, and you don’t have to drive up congested Interstate 70 to get there.

Eldora is relaxed and a local fave. While we love all Colorado ski resorts, Eldo (as it’s called) is one of the most approachable, especially for visitors and newbies. It’s welcoming and unpretentious, generally with smaller crowds, less traffic, and cheaper lift tickets. Check the website (eldora.com) for different rates and deals.

Don’t get too excited though; these slopes still fill up even on weekdays because it’s so easy for locals to hop up there on a day off.

Eldo is family-friendly, with a great kids’ ski program.

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MINI SKIERS AND SNOWBOARDERS POSE FOR A PICTURE AT ELDORA MOUNTAIN I PHOTO COURTESY OF ELDORA MOUNTAIN

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Winter Hiking Tips in Boulder As the saying goes, there is no bad weather.

Only bad equipment.

You can (and should) hike in Boulder year-round.

But when the temps drop and the snow falls, you will need to take a few extra precautions to make sure you remain safe and enjoy yourself.

GET INFORMED Stop by the Chautauqua Ranger Cottage to grab a free trail map and talk to rangers. Ask them for trail recommendations based on your abilities and goals, as well as the weather and trail conditions. For example, some trails may be closed due to snow, ice, mud or general repair.

CHECK THE WEB Visit the Open Space and Mountain Parks online map of trails to check for alerts and trail closures. Trails that are red are closed. Red and white dotted lines are temporarily closed for construction.

DRESS APPROPRIATELY Wear hiking boots or shoes (waterproof, if possible). Don’t hike in your flip-flops, Birks or Keds. Dress in layers, with a wicking layer closest to your skin to absorb sweat. Even if it’s cold out, you are likely to sweat while hiking. Cotton and denim are awful in snow and sweat. Toss a fleece jacket or vest on top for extra warmth. Wicking socks layered with wool socks are effective at battling cold toes, a common problem with snowy activities. A hat, gloves and scarf are all small to pack but can make a big difference if a gust of chilly wind hits. Bring a day pack to hold extra water, snacks and clothing layers. Bring some hand and foot warmers, just in case.

GET TRACTION Pick up a pair of Yaktrax or MicroSpikes, little spikes you can attach to your shoes to provide extra traction and grip during inclement conditions. Also consider renting or buying a pair of hiking poles to help you make it through icy patches. You can find outdoor gear at many shops in Boulder, such as REI, Christy Sports and Neptune Mountaineering.

Twenty bucks for extra traction is much cheaper than a broken hip from a fall.

RESPECT NATURE If you set out on a muddy trail, commit to it or turn around. Don’t veer off the trail to skirt the mud or snow. This widens the trails and doesn’t make Mother Earth happy. Be prepared if you want to take on the messy trails.

STAY HYDRATED Even in the wintertime, you can get dehydrated. Proper hydration can also help combat altitude sickness.

CHECK OUT A GROUP There are many hiking groups in Boulder. Even if you don’t want to join one, it’s worth it to check a few out online and see what other hikers are talking about, recommending and avoiding. This is an easy way to get inside info from locals on winter hiking. The Boulder Hiker Chicks Facebook group is a great place to start.

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2. Go Hiking Many of Boulder’s 151 miles of trails stay open year-round. Our favorite winter hikes are all easily accessible in winter and typically stay open during all kinds of weather. That means they get plenty of sunshine to help melt the snow and dry out the mud and they don’t tend to be too icy, windy or steep to enjoy, even during a cold spell. They all boast fantastic views for travelers and should be appropriate for hikers of all levels.

CATTLE GRAZE IN THE SNOW NEAR THE BOULDER FOOTHILLS I PHOTO BY ANN DUNCAN

A FEW TRAILS TO CONSIDER:

• Boy Scout Trail/Mays Point: This short, family-friendly loop circles Flagstaff Mountain.

• Mesa Trail/Woods Quarry: Start at the Chautauqua Ranger Cottage and head up Bluebell Road (about three-tenths of a mile), the most direct route to the Mesa Trail. Bluebell itself isn’t as exciting as a backcountry trail, but it tends to have less ice than windier trails and will get you up the mountain quickly.

• NCAR Nature Trail/Connector Trail: The National Center for Atmospheric Research, in Boulder, is more than a science research facility. It’s also the trailhead for one of the city’s best, lesser-known winter hikes.

• Lion’s Lair: Because Lion’s Lair doesn’t allow bikes or dogs, it’s

significantly less crowded than the Sanitas trail, and because it’s newer and designed to weather floods and erosion, the trails are in much better shape.

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boulder’s guide TO WINTER ACTIVITIES 3. Drink Beer “Disrupt, drink and discover” is the mission behind the annual Winter Craft Beer Festival, which takes over the underground parking garage at the Twenty Ninth Street Mall, typically in March.

The celebration draws about 2,000 people and features about 52 breweries.

But unlike many Colorado beer fests, this one doesn’t just feature local brewers. It mixes out-of-state brands with local ones, big names with small hidden gems. The variety makes it unique. So does the time of year.

In addition, Boulder County has some of the world’s top breweries, and they’re always coming up with new ways to enjoy beer.

Look forward to the temporary seasonal beers, designed to complement the temperature, mood and pace of the different times of year in Colorado.

BEER-DRINKERS TOAST AT THE WINTER CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL IN BOULDER | COURTESY PHOTO

4. Go Ice-Skating While you can no longer go ice-skating in downtown Boulder, head to nearby Louisville for Winterskate, an old-fashioned ice-skating rink. Go skating at the rink in the Steinbaugh Pavilion, 824 Front St., through February.

5. See “The Nutcracker” “The Nutcracker” ballet is a wintertime tradition for many people, and Boulder has its own version, featuring the Boulder Ballet. This professional dance company bands together with a full, live orchestra for an impressive show every winter. See the show either with the Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra or the Longmont Symphony on different days and at different locations in Boulder and Longmont.

6. Gaze at the Holiday Lights

MUSICIANS PLAY OUTSIDE BOULDER THEATER AT THE BOULDER INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL. PHOTO COURTESY OF RANDY MALONE

In the winter, the Pearl Street Mall comes to life with twinkling holiday lights. It’s fun to walk down the mall, pop into stores, grab a hot chocolate at Ozo and play on the bricks under the canopy of party lights. On the mountains in the distance, see if you can spot the giant star made out of lights. It’s a Boulder tradition.

Stroll your way over to Central Park, where more than 220,000 lights transform the park into a colorful winter wonderland. The lights flip on every day at 4 p.m.

7. Go Sledding It’s not winter in Colorado without hopping on a sled and flying down a hill. Several of Boulder’s public parks also have great sledding hills when they’re covered in snow. Tantra Park and Scott Carpenter Park are among the most exciting.

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What can we say about this beautiful spot on earth? Just like its name, its visual space would never lead you to think we were a retirement community. But if you could imagine the best of community living, this might be it. It’s lovely, part of a lovely neighborhood, just a walk from Chautauqua and the Flatirons, and it’s filled with the kind of people you’d like to know.

Tolkien writes, Round the corner there may wait a new road or a secret gate. Come see if The Academy may be your new road, a next place to become home.

Water aerobics, exercise classes, fine dining, book clubs, bridge, discussion groups, concerts – it’s a wonderful life! Living spaces range from charming one-bedroom apartments to spacious bungalows, each uniquely designed with your taste in mind.

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THE SPA AWAITS AT THE RITZ-CARLTON IN DENVER | PHOTO BY AIMEE HECKEL

8. Go on a Staycation When you think of a winter getaway in Colorado, the most obvious idea is a ski-cation. After all, Colorado has been named the No. 1 skiing destination in North America and boasts 27 different ski resorts.

But snow also means ice skating, snowshoeing, cold-weather camping and sled dogs. In the winter, Colorado has cannabisinspired spa treatments, luxurious lodging, decadent brunches to warm your bellies and enticing art exhibitions.

HERE ARE A FEW STAYCATION IDEAS:

rents out luxurious, independent properties (like a penthouse directly on the Yampa River and one block from downtown) that you could never otherwise get access to.

Skip the hotel experience, and upgrade from the VRBO concept; Moving Mountains also offers a concierge service to help you plan your trip. Don’t feel like cooking?

It will hire a private chef to make all your meals. Don’t know where to find the best coffee, sushi or hiking trails?

This locally based company has firsthand experience living in Steamboat for decades and knows the ins and outs.

The model is based off the popular “catered ski chalet” concept in Europe.

• A special spa day: Head to the Hilton Denver

• Relax in Vail: Get a spa treatment at the Sonnenalp

• Warm up in the hot springs: Warm (to very

• Fill up in Denver: Plan a quick foodie getaway in

Inverness for a cannabis-inspired massage or mani-pedi.

The Ritz-Carlton Denver offers a CBD oil add-on, too.

Here, you can actually rent out the entire spa for the ultimate romantic date. The Couples Spa Escape includes a 50-minute, side-by-side massage, followed by decadent cake and champagne that you can take to the private hot tub, filled with rose petals.

hot) thermal waters naturally flow throughout western Colorado and bubble up, forming hot springs. Our favorite healthy Colorado road trip, especially in winter, is along the Historic Hot Springs Loop. This drive brings you to five different locations in the Colorado mountains: Chaffee County, Ouray County, Pagosa Springs, Glenwood Springs and Steamboat Springs. Each stop has multiple hot springs, as well as other attractions, so you can make your trip as long or as short as you’d like.

• Do Steamboat VIP style: Spend some time in

Steamboat, even if you don’t ski. In town, Yampa Street was recently revamped, and the power lines were replaced with white party lights. It’s setting the mood for more, new restaurants to pop up on the river. A company called Moving Mountains is our favorite source for a Steamboat vacation. This family-run company

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spa in Vail, a German-inspired space with a yoga studio, oxygen bar (to help counteract the high altitude, as well as reduce stress and increase energy), an indoor-outdoor pool, steam room, sauna, whirlpools, solarium and even a fireplace with couches for relaxation. The next morning, walk across the street to the Sebastian, which offers an amazing Sunday Funday Brunch.

Denver. Visit Steuben’s, a modern spin on the classic diner.

Try the Rachel sandwich (like a Reuben but lighter) with chicken fried pickles. For a fun, Mexican spin on brunch, try the new weekend brunch at La Sandia Cantina. We’re talking churro waffles with cajeta, vanilla ice cream and bacon crumbles and steak con huevos with morita salsa and charro bacon beans. This is a family-friendly brunch joint, too.

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THE START OF THE PARADE AT FROZEN DEAD GUY DAYS | PHOTO COURTESY OF ANDREW WYATT

9. Celebrate a Frozen Dead Guy Frozen Dead Guy Days, March 8-10, is one of the most anticipated events in Nederland, in southwest Boulder County, each year. The festival is as unique as its name. If you’re into the macabre, particularly with a joyful twist, this event is for you.

But it’s not just about death and decay. It’s about frozen fun, merriment and a celebration of both those who came before us and the promise of new life after the thaw. Look forward to this quirky festival every March.

FROZEN DEAD GUY HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

• A costumed Polar Plunge.

• Ice Carving Competition, after which you can vote on your favorite, but be quick. These sculptures won’t last long.

• Ice Turkey Bowling, which is exactly as bizarre as it sounds.

Use a frozen turkey to test your bowling skills. Bring your own turkey if you have a secret to frozen bird bowling.

• See fix-a-frozen-flat, where you can compete to see who can

change a flat tire after submerging their hand in a bucket of ice water; frozen T-shirt contests; and the “Newly Dead Game” to test how well you really know your partner.

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Frozen Dead Guy Who?

So where did such an unusual festival get its start?

It all began with Grandpa Bredo, the heart and soul of Frozen Dead Guy Days. He died in Norway in 1989 and was promptly packed in dry ice and shipped to California. He and his family supported cryonics, which is the practice of deep-freezing people who have just died, under the belief that in the future, science and technology will advance enough that they can be thawed and revived.

After an almost-four-year stint in California, Grandpa Bredo was moved to Colorado in 1993 to stay with his daughter, Aud, and grandson, Trygve, who were both strong proponents of cryonics.

Grandpa Bredo was stored in a shed near his daughter and grandson’s home. When Aud was evicted, she was afraid he was going to thaw. But Aud spoke with Nederland’s city council, and they decided he could stay.

And thus, the “Frozen Dead Guy” became a sensation. He has a dedicated “Ice Man” who keeps him at a steady -60-degree temperature and manages all tours, filmings and other visitors to Grandpa Bredo’s shed.

He has been frozen for more than 20 years, and 2019 marks the 18th year that Frozen Dead Guy Days has been honoring him.

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10. Do New Year’s Big If you’re looking for something special to do for New Year’s Eve, no need to drive to Denver. Boulder and the surrounding cities know how to celebrate right, from elegant and elaborate parties to free, fun fests. One of the biggest New Year’s celebrations in Boulder is at the historic Hotel Boulderado. Every year, the beautiful hotel holds a sophisticated NYE party in the mezzanine, beneath the colorful stained-glass ceiling.

11. Listen to Holiday Music As an artistic community, it’s no surprise that Boulder has a rich offering of holiday choirs who raise their voices every winter. Whether you’re looking for a holiday chorus show to set your mood, for worship, for entertainment or for fun, there are plenty of options for holiday performances. For example, one of the most anticipated holiday traditions is the annual Holiday Festival brought to you by the University of Colorado’s Performing Arts.

The performance, at Macky Auditorium’s stunning concert hall, brings together the university’s top student and faculty musicians for a family-friendly show.

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12. Do “Snowga” Boulder is multi-talented. But a couple things the city is really good at? Orchestrating epic snowstorms and striking yoga poses. Combine the two and you’ve got “snowga”— which is a trend that’s taking social media by (snow)storm.

Boulder gets nearly 90 inches of snow each year, with the most powder coming down in February and March, according to the National Climatic Data Center. And, when it comes to yoga, there are a number of studios throughout the city.

Defined, “snowga” is simply doing yoga in the snow. Do a #snowga search on Instagram, and you’ll find hundreds of frosty downward dog photos and some snow-kissed warrior poses. The trend seems like a natural progression, especially in Boulder.

After all, Boulderites do yoga on paddleboards in the summer out at the Boulder Reservoir. And, there are yoga classes that take place in the city’s breweries, like a weeknight one at Sanitas Brewing Co., that combine the practice with craft beer.

The idea is you can do yoga anywhere and, if you’d like, turn it into a hybrid activity. Practicing yoga on snowshoes?

Sure! Doing yoga stretches after gliding across the snow on cross-country skis? Why not?

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Want to Learn More?

For more things to do in Boulder, visit travelboulder.com/ultimate-guide-of-thingsto-do-in-boulder.

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boulder’s guide TO WINTER ACTIVITIES Eldora is the heart of Boulder, on snow. The Eldora Mountain Resort, Boulder County’s own ski playground, is shaping up for the 2018-19 ski season with a ton of exciting news and changes.

Eldora typically features more than 300 inches of snow annually, spanning 680 acres of terrain. The average snowfall over the past five seasons has been lower (about 240 inches), but because of Eldora’s “extensive snowmaking system,” it has become known for its early season coverage, according to Hunter Wright, sustainability manager of Eldora.

The resort has runs for all levels, from kids and newbies to experienced athletes looking for a challenge.

For the first time ever, Eldora is offering season rental packages at great rates: $109 for kids’ ski or snowboard packages and $179 for adults (13 years and older). Pick up the gear now, keep it all season and return it at the end of the season when you’re done. You can even get free tuning and waxing and bonus retail discounts.

The ski package includes poles, Volkl Unlimited skis and Salomon Quest Access boots. The snowboarding package includes a Burton LTR/Progression board, Burton Lowstack bindings and Burton Progression boots.

By comparison, a single-day adult “sport ski package” (with boots, skis and poles) or daily snowboard package (boots, board) cost $49. The season rental package saves you money if you plan on skiing more than four times in the season.

Another one of the biggest announcements for the upcoming ski season is in its passes. Eldora is implementing “radio frequency identification passes,” or RFIDs, which means skiers will no longer have to unzip their pockets or jackets to access their pass to scan at the lift maze. You can just keep your pass zipped in your pocket, blast through the gate and jump on the lift. This will smooth out the process and get you on the slopes quicker and more conveniently.

Another improved convenience will be with wifi. Not that you necessarily want to be checking your email while you’re adventuring on the slopes, but in case you want to post your latest jump on Instagram, Eldora has connected a fiber optic line from the nearby town of Nederland to the resort, which enlarges the resort’s internet pipeline and will improve wifi services, according to Sam Bass, director of marketing.

“Eldora was already great for local professionals looking to bring work to the lodge and ski some runs between emails, and now it’s even better,” he says.

HERE ARE SOME OTHER RECENT IMPROVEMENTS TO ELDORA:

• New glading projects in the Placer Glade zone will provide additional advanced and expert terrain this year.

• Last year, Eldora replaced the Cannonball and Challenge lift with Alpenglow, one six-person high-speed detachable lift, reducing the lift ride time from more than 14 minutes to around four minutes. Eldora now has 10 lifts instead of 11.

• Also in 2017, Eldora added “Alpine Touring” (AT), with Monday, Tuesday and Thursday early uphill days starting at 6 a.m. for AT pass holders.

• Eldora recently adopted a sustainability plan called Play Forever. In alignment with this plan, the resort has converted a portion of its electric energy consumption to use renewable energy. The goal: to be 100 percent renewable by 2025. Other sustainability efforts: Eldora joined the National Ski Area Association’s Climate Challenge to measure how it is reducing its carbon footprint; it provides complimentary RTD tickets to skiers and employees on peak days; and it will be implementing HOV preferential free parking this season. In addition, Eldora replaced all plastic and fiberglass signs with locally made, handcrafted wood signs; it began requiring employees carpool or ride public transportation (offering bus vouchers for free and paying staff an extra hour a day for commute time); its food department has been working on a new menu with locally sourced ingredients; it has removed plastic straws and stirrers and only offers paper straws upon request; and more.

OTHER USEFUL FACTS:

• Eldora is the only Colorado ski resort served by the RTD public transportation.

• Eldora opens a half hour earlier (at 8:30 a.m.) on peak days and weekends.

• It’s one of only two Colorado resorts with The Woodward Experience. The Woodward terrain-based learning (including an indoor progression area) make Eldora a top place to learn how to ski.

• Get free lessons at the Nordic Center at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.

• Ignite, formerly Eldora Special Recreation Program, is the third-oldest adaptive ski program in Colorado. Ignite offers affordable instruction in skiing, boarding and snowshoeing for people with mental and physical disabilities.

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Boulder’s oldest hotel is gearing up for an epic birthday party. The historic Hotel Boulderado will turn 110 this New Year’s Eve. The hotel is planning to sell a limited number of tickets to quite the opulent birthday party, complete with ice carvings, an extensive buffet, champagne, live music and a dramatic balloon drop at midnight. The band will play progressively newer music throughout the night, starting with Big Band music and working through the ‘50s, ‘80s and today.

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A HISTORIC IMAGE OF THE HOTEL BOULDERADO FROM 1912 | PHOTO COURTESY OF THE CARNEGIE LIBRARY

HOTEL BOULDERADO Celebrating 110 years

THE HOTEL OPENED ON NEW YEAR’S EVE 1909, WAY BACK TO THE DAYS OF HORSES AND BUGGIES.

In honor of the Hotel Boulderado’s New Year’s opening date, it holds an annual NYE bash. In year’s past, the party has had different themes, like a Great Gatsby theme last year. But this year, for the big 1-1-0, the celebration is just a big, grand gala, black-tie optional, and the hotel has cut the number of tickets to 130. That’s not even two-thirds of what it usually is.

“We want it to feel so special,” says Michele Rittgers, director of sales and marketing for the hotel. “This year, we want to accent

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the fact that it was the first luxury hotel in Boulder, and we’re still an iconic, luxury hotel 110 years later.”

Tickets are high-tier, too, at $215 per person, although that includes a cocktail hour, the buffet, champagne toast and dancing all night. In addition, gala-goers get a discounted room rate if they decide to stay ($159 per night instead of $279).

“Once you hit a certain age, every big, round number makes a difference,” Rittgers says.

The Boulderado, at 2115 13th St. in downtown just a block off the Pearl Street Mall, is about as Boulder as Boulder gets, and this hotel helped shape Boulder into what it is today.

BOULDERADO RATE PLAN FROM THE 1910s | COURTESY PHOTO

How It All Began Back when the Boulderado opened, Boulder was tiny, home to about 8,000 residents (compared with 108,000 today) and a whopping 26 automobiles.

There was railroad traffic, the University of Colorado (whose school system started in 1876, even before Colorado was a state in the union) and Colorado Chautauqua (which is still running today).

Town leaders realized Boulder was growing, but they didn’t think it was growing quickly enough. They thought they could boost the growth and improve Boulder’s image with a first-class hotel, Rittgers says.

“The Boulderado was specifically designed to be an anchor point in Boulder and help Boulder grow, and over the years, it has done exactly that,” she says.

Much of the red brick that characterizes downtown Boulder was likely inspired by the Boulderado’s red-brick exterior, she says; when it opened, the streets weren’t even paved. The hotel was designed by local architect firm William Redding and Son. The exterior is five stories high, a fusion of Italian Renaissance and Spanish Revival architecture.

A lot of Boulder, as we know it today, was surely inspired by the building itself — the shape of the architecture of the city and how it looks and feels — but it also brought the outside world to Boulder back before travel was common, Rittgers says.

“It brought big names to Boulder. It helped put Boulder on the map,” she says.

Eventually, Boulder earned the nickname the “Athens of the West.”

The hotel was designed to be top-ofthe-line; hotel info from the ‘20s said that “every guest may expect the best and get it.” It was considered Boulder’s first luxury property.

The name is a fusion of the words “Boulder” and “Colorado.”

The Boulderado is on the National Register of Historic Places, the Historic Hotels of America (of the National Trust for Historic Preservation) and is an official landmark of the City of Boulder.

Timeless Elegance Over the years, the hotel has retained a ton of its original charm, including the same exterior architecture, a still-functioning (albeit tiny if not slightly nerve-wracking) original 1908 Otis Elevator, a dramatic stained-glass ceiling in the lobby, the original, elaborate cherry-wood staircase, old accents throughout (like a drinking fountain that spouts water from Boulder’s own glacier) and Victorian decor in some rooms and community spaces.

In addition, you can still see the first guest register on display in the main lobby.

Ask the concierge for info on the free, selfguided history tour, which is on the third floor of the main wing. The hallways are lined with antique furniture and artifacts like a museum.

The basement of the hotel is a speakeasy-style bar called License No. 1, a hark back to its own history as the first bar in

Boulder to get its license reinstated after Prohibition. Find traditional cocktails here, in a setting that feels like a shot back in time. If only there were flappers.

“A lot of what you see is original. All the wood you see is all original cherry wood, the brick on the outside is the original brick and some of the stained glass on the ceiling is from the original ceiling,” Rittgers says.

The impressive stained-glass ceiling was modeled after the Palace Hotel in San Francisco, before it was hit by an earthquake, she says.

But in 1959, there was a heavy snowfall that broke a skylight of the Boulderado.

The skylight fell and damaged a section of the ceiling, so owners decided to remove the entire stained-glass ceiling and replace it with Plexiglass. That didn’t last long. In 1977, they decided to design a new ceiling to bring back the feeling of the original one. They used panels from the original ceiling to recreate the colorful display again. After a $65,000 renovation that was finally completed in 2004, the ceiling you see today looks exactly like it did when the hotel was first built, Rittgers says.

Overall, the hotel has maintained its original status and prestige; rather than falling into disrepair and off the luxury-travel radar, like many older properties do, the owners have been “willing to do what they need to so it remains a gem in Boulder,” Rittgers says. “The owners have incredible pride in both the building and the city of Boulder.”

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boulder HISTORY Changes Over the Years In 110 years, naturally, some things have changed.

The hotel was expanded and renovated countless times, most notably by adding the north wing in the mid-’80s. Although newer, it was carefully designed to mesh with the historic section of the hotel, using dark cherry wood and another stained-glass ceiling.

More recently, the lobby and meeting spaces were revamped, the reception desk was moved and all rooms were upgraded. Today, the lobby is more of a lobby-lounge, where you can catch live music on Friday nights, sip coffee while plugged into the workspaces and people-watch.

“When you have a historic building, you’re almost always doing renovations. There’s almost always something to improve upon,” says Rittgers.

Today, you can choose between staying in the historic wing, in the main hotel or in the modern wing. To access to contemporary rooms, you take an indoor bridge to the north corridor.

Even the historical rooms have free WiFi and cable TV (which feels a bit out of place amid the antique furniture).

Other modern amenities include Aveda bath products, Egyptian cotton linens, a limo or town car service, laptop workstations in the lobby-lounge, electric-car charging stations, cozy bathrobes and a Boxcar Coffee shop in the lobby, serving locally roasted joe. The on-site restaurant, Spruce Farm and Fish, serves a modern menu of farm-fresh food that you probably wouldn’t have found in Boulder in the 1900s, like a quinoa bowl for breakfast (although the steak dinner is pretty traditional).

So while the building is historic, it’s not exactly like stepping back in time to 1909, Rittgers says.

“There’s a lot of hotel competition in Boulder, and I don’t mind it at all; every hotel in the city is unique,” she says. “The one thing, besides its location being a block off Pearl, is we are iconic Boulder.

If you want the iconic Boulder experience, there’s only one place you can stay: the Boulderado.”

Boulderado Claims to Fame

• The Boulderado has put up an impressive list of celebrities,

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including Robert Frost, Helen Keller, Louis Armstrong and Benny Goodman and Clarence Darrow, to name a few. It’s also put up many musicians, entertainers, politicians and speakers.

The hotel was in Stephen King’s novel “Misery.”

Some people believe certain rooms on the third floor of the hotel are haunted. Rittgers doesn’t advertise which rooms.

“You have to believe in the supernatural to believe the hotel is haunted,” she says.

The Boulderado has some strong green initiatives, such as an award-winning recycling program, LED light bulbs and linen and towel reuse, to name a few of the many.

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LINE AT THE BOULDER THEATER | PHOTO COURTESY MUSEUM OF BOULDER

A WALK THROUGH BOULDER’S HISTORY WHAT: “THE BOULDER EXPERIENCE” EXHIBIT WHERE: MUSEUM OF BOULDER, 2205 BROADWAY, BOULDER COST: FREE WITH MUSEUM ENTRY: $10 FOR ADULTS; $8 FOR KIDS, STUDENTS AND SENIORS; FREE FOR CHILDREN YOUNGER THAN 5 AND MUSEUM MEMBERS.

WHO: THIS FAMILY-FRIENDLY EXHIBIT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. WHEN: 9 A.M.-5 P.M. MONDAY AND WEDNESDAY-FRIDAY (CLOSED TUESDAY); AND 10 A.M.-

5 P.M. WEEKENDS. ALLOW AT LEAST ONE HOUR TO EXPLORE THE EXHIBIT, ALTHOUGH YOU COULD SPEND ALL DAY AT THE MUSEUM.

PARKING: YOU CAN FIND PARKING ADJACENT TO THE MUSEUM. IF THEY’RE FILLED, THERE ARE

SEVERAL PUBLIC LOTS ONE BLOCK AWAY ON SPRUCE STREET. THE MUSEUM IS ALSO ON THE BUS ROUTE.

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IT’S NOT EASY TRYING TO COMPRESS 150 YEARS OF HISTORY INTO 2,600 SQUARE FEET.

most comprehensive story of Boulder’s history ever told.

The goal: for people to better understand Boulder by diving deeper into some of its history.

“Boulder really is a unique community,” Geyer says. “It’s a relatively small city but has a major impact both nationally and globally.”

She’s talking about social issues that Boulder has spearheaded, like marriage equality and open space preservation, as well as the natural foods movement and space science developments.

“I would love for people to come out of here saying, ‘Wow, I never knew that about Boulder,” Geyer says.

Plus, she adds, as with all history, it’s important to understand and remember the past so we don’t repeat its mistakes.

Not all of this exhibit highlights successful entrepreneurs, Nobel Laureates and Olympians. The museum pays respect to the Native American story in this area, including the tragedy of the Sand Creek Massacre and Boulderites’ involvement in that.

When the Boulder Historical Society started planning this exhibit six years ago, it seemed like plenty of space. But every day that it drew closer to the big opening for the exhibit “The Boulder Experience,” the space seemed to shrink more and more.

The highly anticipated exhibit opened Nov. 17 in the new Museum of Boulder, 2205 Broadway.

“The biggest challenge has been how do you narrow it down?

There are so many amazing stories, so much content we could include,” says Nancy Geyer, executive director of the museum.

The museum has a variety of other exhibits, but this one is like nothing Boulder’s ever seen before, both in size and curation detail.

The historical society is pulling from its massive collection of 45,000 local artifacts (from antique hand plows to old IBM computers to historical clothing) and hundreds of thousands of archived photos, books and documents in an attempt to create the

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LITTLE BIRD, ARAPAHOE INDIAN | PHOTO COURTESY OF CREDIT BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY

EXHIBIT ORGANIZERS REACHED OUT TO ARAPAHOE TRIBE MEMBERS FOR THIS PART OF THE EXHIBIT.

Arapahoe community members contributed to the development of the historical documentation, narrated the film and animated it. There aren’t a lot of Native American artifacts preserved from the Boulder area, so they needed

another way to share this story.

All of the tens of thousands of other artifacts and archives from Boulder’s history aren’t all housed in the museum. They live in a warehouse and the Carnegie Library, to be pulled on for future exhibits, too.

A big part of Boulder’s history is its many innovations and discoveries and how they have added to history, science and culture. As the museum describes it: “Risk-taking, living on the edge and pushing boundaries are all part of the nature of Boulder.”

To honor this, visitors have a chance to create their own innovations in the Google Garage.

The Google Garage is an interactive makerspace where you can create things, experiment with virtual reality, technology, laser-cutting, arts and building. This space is open to the public and has no extra cost; all materials provided. The Google Garage encourages learning through creating, experimenting and exploring. This feature is best for kids 8 years and older.

Unlike the makerspace at the Boulder Public Library, this area features different stations with specific activities to do.

“Be ready to be inspired,” Geyer says.

The museum went to the community to borrow other objects to display throughout “The Boulder Experience,” like an atomic clock from the National Institute of Standards and Technology, and the bike Connie Carpenter won the Olympics on in the ‘70s.

The historical society hired a curation team to put this exhibit together, and they also used focus groups and community interviews to help craft an outline for the topics.

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THE PEARL STREET MALL OPENED IN 1976. BOULDER LOCALS SOAKING UP SUNSHINE ON WEST PEARL STREET IN EITHER 1976 OR 1977 | PHOTO COURTESY OF MUSEUM OF BOULDER

Other Exhibit Highlights IN ADDITION, THE BOULDER HISTORY EXHIBIT INCLUDES INFORMATION ON:

• Boulder’s social history: from issuing the first marriage license to a same-sex couple to political demonstrations in the ‘60s and ‘70s, and how Boulder’s hippies changed the demographics of Boulder in such a short period of time.

• Local social issues: These will be presented on interactive “touch tables,” where you can learn about different community issues (like homelessness), hear different opinions and even add your own opinion to the exhibit. You can choose to share your opinion, which will be projected on the wall, making the participants part of the exhibit.

• The evolution of the natural food industry: from Celestial Seasonings to White Wave and how Boulder has evolved into being a mecca for healthy food. You’ll even see an old soy milk vending machine.

• Boulder’s science and tech scene: examples include Ball Aerospace, the Kepler Telescope (built in Boulder), the atomic clock and a space weather prediction center, where visitors can practice predicting weather. You will be able to see what it’s like to predict an incoming solar storm and decide how to handle it: whether to ground air traffic or unplug the grid.

• Sports and athletics: Learn about some of Boulder’s famous athletes and see their famed gear, from Dave Scott’s Ironman bike to Gary Neptune’s climbing gear.

Visitors will also be able to play a multi-level digital game that allows them to find, care for and evacuate (pretend) stranded climbers, hikers and skiers in the mountains.

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About the Museum of Boulder

MOB IN 2015 | PHOTO COURTESY OF THE MUSEUM OF BOULDER

The focus then was on Boulder history. And while it was charming and informative, it wasn’t in a highly trafficked location. And the space and size of the building was seriously limiting.

The former location was 4,000 square feet large, including an attic and basement that weren’t used.

The new building is 16,000 square feet, plus two outdoor terraces: a rooftop terrace and a lower-level space. With those, the museum has 18,000 square feet to play with. Including the roof, with what Geyer says are the best views in Boulder.

Plus, it has an elevator, making it accessible for people with disabilities.

The new location, at 2205 Broadway (the corner of Broadway and Pine), is the former Masonic Lodge, built in 1949. It has large rooms, high ceilings and large, open space. Perfect for a museum, Geyer says. Not to mention its close proximity to Pearl Street.

The Museum of Boulder can now offer larger, more comprehensive exhibitions, including traveling exhibitions from other locations. The previous museum couldn’t offer that.

The Museum of Boulder — located two blocks off the Pearl Street Mall — opened in the spring of 2018 after more than a decade of planning and years of fundraising.

One of the reasons this museum is so fun: The task force that redesigned this museum spent time talking to the community, asking what they wanted to see and experience, and what they loved the most about Boulder. They fused the ideas together to create an experience that captures the city’s unique spirit.

You could very well call it the Museum for Boulder, by Boulder.

The Museum of Boulder is a reinvention of the Boulder Historical Society’s previous museum, which was located in a historical house (built in 1899) on University Hill.

“It was a beautiful, old house but challenging for a museum, as the exhibitions were in the living room and bedrooms,” says Geyer.

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THESE NONPROFITS DESERVE YOUR SUPPORT WONDERING WHERE TO DONATE IN BOULDER? WE BET YOU DIDN’T KNOW THESE WERE NONPROFITS.

The year’s winding down.

You’ve got some extra cash or extra time to share and are wondering where to donate in Boulder.

You could choose (and absolutely should consider) some of the more expected nonprofits: the Humane Society of Boulder Valley, Eco-Cycle, the Center for People with Disabilities, Imagine. These are all hugely important in the community and have proven their value over time.

But many of the businesses and buildings you regularly interact with may also have nonprofit roots. By supporting these groups, you are also supporting a bigger cause. And if you’re looking for somewhere new to donate your time or money this holiday season, these groups are worth a glance, too — even if their social spirit doesn’t immediately come to mind.

For example, many people don’t realize the Boulder County Farmers Market is a nonprofit. Every Saturday and Wednesday throughout the agricultural season, this market in downtown Boulder gives space for farmers, local crafters and artisans to share their crops and creations. Today, the market includes more than 150 different vendors and boasts the longest farmers market season in the state.

Lesser known: The market also partners with the city of Boulder and county to allow qualifying residents to use SNAP benefits (formerly known as food stamps) at double their value when shopping for produce. This makes locally grown, healthy produce more accessible for people in need.

If you would like to support young Colorado talent, you can do so by sending a donation to the Colorado Conservatory of

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Dance. Annual December performances of the Nutcracker are a cornerstone of CCD’s season.

If beer-drinking is your passion, look a little deeper at the Boulder-based Brewers Association, which is also a nonprofit.

This trade group is committed to supporting small, independent brewers and brew-lovers. It boasts more than 4,465 U.S. brewery members and even supports more than 46,000 homebrewers, so the reach is wide.

If you’re looking to entertain and educate your kids over winter break while supporting a nonprofit organization, head to Lafayette, where you can go to the World of Wonder Children’s Museum. This interactive and exploratory museum for kiddos has fun activities from music-making to theater to science experiments, plus an oversized pirate ship in the front room to run around on.

If you are visiting Boulder for the holidays, see if you can rent a cabin at the Colorado Chautauqua. Not only are these historic cabins ideally located at the base of the Flatirons and boast some of the best views in Boulder, but the Chautauqua is also a nonprofit organization.

While shopping for holiday gifts, contribute to a worthy cause and browse the fashionable racks at Ramble on Pearl. This shop, on the Pearl Street Mall, sells designer clothes at a discounted rate, saving you money, while also employing people with developmental disabilities and preparing them for more opportunities in the workforce. Yes, this is a designer-driven fashion boutique with a nonprofit soul.

And if the holiday season has you inspired to help a spiritual-centric organization, the Boulder Jewish Community Center and the City Church Boulder are both nonprofits.

PERFORMANCE OF THE BOULDER PHILHARMONIC AT MACKY AUDITORIUM | COURTESY PHOTO

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Philharmonic, Boulder Chamber, Frequent Flyers, Boulder Farmers Market, Dairy Arts Center, Boulder Theater Ensemble.

Your gift will help support these organizations that make Boulder a vibrant and culturefilled destination.

The audience listens raptly during a performance of the Boulder Philharmonic at Macky Auditorium.

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boulder’s guide TO NONPROFITS YOU MIGHT BE SURPRISED TO LEARN HOW MANY OF YOUR FAVORITE ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT GROUPS ARE ACTUALLY NONPROFITS.

It seems most of them are.

The new Museum of Boulder on Broadway and the longstanding Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art are both impressive and exciting museums, as well as nonprofits that need support.

In addition, the KGNU Independent Community Radio and eTown, with its weekly radio show broadcast on NPR, are both nonprofits where you can donate time or money.

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event featuring more than 50 new films from around the world.

Open Studios, an artist association that organizes an open-studio tour where you can visit local artists’ studios and watch them work and meet them firsthand.

The Boulder County Arts Alliance, a website collective of information about arts and cultural organizations in Boulder County.

Third Law Dance/Theater, an award-winning modern/contemporary dance company.

Frequent Flyers Productions, an aerial dance school and production company.

Boulder Chamber Orchestra, Boulder’s classical orchestra.

The Boulder Chorale, the oldest and largest community chorus in Boulder, as well as one of the oldest and biggest in the area.

The Boulder Bach Festival, a musical event centered around musician Johann Sebastian Bach.

Greater Boulder Youth Orchestras, which supports kids in their orchestra music passions.

The Dairy Arts Center. Now, you may know that the Dairy Arts Center is a nonprofit, but this arts organization has such a massive reach that it’s worth reiterating.

The Dairy puts on more than 250 performances a year, dozens of art exhibitions, about a thousand film screenings and is home to more than a dozen arts organizations.

Local Theater Co., an “Actor’s Equity Association Small Professional Theater” with a conscious emphasis on diversity.

The Colorado Music Festival and Center for Musical Arts, a Lafayette-based group that provides a wide range of music education opportunities and performances.

The Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra, Boulder’s professional symphony orchestra.

The Boulder Ensemble Theatre Co., a professional group that produces scripts from today’s playwrights.

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METAL SCULPTOR CHA CHA AT THE BOULDER OPEN STUDIOS 2018 | PHOTO COURTESY OF OPEN STUDIOS

Other Surprising Nonprofits

Active, fitness-driven Boulderites, these nonprofits are for you.

Bike-lovers will be happy to know Community Cycles shares their values. This Boulder-based, nonprofit bike shop sells inexpensive, quality bikes, does bike repairs and offers cycling workshops in an attempt to spread the joy and value of biking across the community, even to people with financial limitations.

Take that passion to the hills, when you support the International Mountain Bicycling Association. This nonprofit is all about supporting mountain biking trails and promoting the activity, while protecting the environment.

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HOLIDAY SHOPPING

OUR WISH LIST THIS SEASON A Peek Into Our Private Letters to Santa

The gift guide has gone stale.You already know what to expect: a list of categories with predictable gift ideas. What to get Mom: Something gender stereotypical, like an instant pot (which, to be honest, is pretty amazing but also kind of like giving yo mama a to-do list). What to get the outdoor enthusiast: A bunch of cool gear that you can’t really afford and will just make the cheap canteen you ultimately do buy look sad.

This year, the Travel Boulder team is getting real.

We’re letting you peek into our private letters to Santa. Here’s what we want for the holidays. Hint, hint.

We’re sure it will inspire you, too. After all, it’s our job to find the coolest stuff in Boulder. May this holiday season be totally local and, well, a little loco (in all the best ways), too.

MICHELLE

Social Media Advisor SKINCARE GURU, DOG PERSON, MOTORCYCLIST, BLANKET ENTHUSIAST, EATER OF ALL THINGS FOOD

1. “Eat Drink Shine: Inspiration from Our Kitchen, Gluten-Free and Paleo-Friendly Recipes,” by Jennifer, Jessica and Jill Emich, Boulder Book Store, 1107 Pearl St., Boulder, $30 Triplets Jennifer, Jessica and Jill Emich live in Boulder, Colorado and run the popular Shine Restaurant. Their debut cookbook reflects their eating philosophy that food is the centerpiece of our lives, used in times of celebration and healing, bringing together family and friends. As a supreme hostess, I like to keep a repertoire of recipes to cater a meal to any guest, with any dietary restrictions. Dishes like seared pork chops with braised cabbage and fennel; dairy-free mac and cheese; and decadent grain-free brownies are sure to impress at my next gathering.

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2. Utah dendrites, Nature’s Own, 1215 Pearl St., Boulder, $125 If you’ve walked Pearl Street Mall, I’m sure you’ve been greeted by the friendly dinosaur at Nature’s Own, a Colorado-based company with its warehouse right here in Boulder. The item I need most from here is a Utah dendrite. My countertop needs this rock. Often mistaken for fossils, the crystalized magnesium takes on the most beautiful tree-like shapes. It’s a little “canvas” from nature I’d love to own.

3. Bath Butta’ Bomb, Spinster Sisters Co., $6.50 I don’t know why I love a bath when I need to unwind. But the one thing I’ve found that really takes it next level is a bath bomb. I’m pretty sure the bubbly fizz is half the magic. I can’t get behind the ones that coat the tub in glitter and dyes… because I find nothing relaxing about being reminded I’m going to have to scrub my tub later. But I do love these bombs from Spinster Sisters Co. These fizzy Bath Butta’ Bombs are specially made with kaolin clay, a great detoxifier that helps remove excess dirt and oil from your skin. Pair that with the butta’, incredibly moisturizing and soothing cocoa and shea butters, and you’ll leave your bath feeling like a new person.

CHARITY A Precious Child, apreciouschild.org

Every year I participate in fundraising for A Precious Child. I also round up gently-used clothing, toys and books from my neighbors for their donation center. As I’m shopping on Amazon, I look for the amazing “add-on deals,” and I add those to my cart as new gifts I can provide to their Precious Gift program, one aimed at making sure children in need have a gift on their birthday. I like this charity because it has so many great programs to help Colorado and Boulder County families, from Basics 4 Babies, to Fill a Backpack, to Give Art and Give Sports. A great gift idea for someone who doesn’t really want a gift this year is a donation in their name to A Precious Child. It warms my heart every year that I can help and provide a toy or warm blanket to a child who would have went without.

4. PopSockets Grip, popsockets.com, $10+ What began as a solution for headphone storage has evolved into a stylish and practical phone essential. And it all started in a garage here in Boulder. The PopSocket has helped a small-handed person like myself keep a better grip on my phone. I have a solid hold while snapping photos and less hand fatigue while texting. And thanks to its slick accordion design, the PopSocket can be used as a phone stand one second then collapse to fit in my pocket the next. I just upgraded to a new phone, so I need a PopSocket before this slippery son of a gun does a faceplant in my driveway. I’ve seen them available in numerous stores up and down Pearl Street and online. The last one I actually bought to support a local school fundraiser.

5. Sanitas Lemon Cream Scrub, Pharmaca, 2700 Broadway, Boulder, $32 While this scrub isn’t one of their flagship products, it’s one that has held a special place in my heart after more than a decade. The citrus-infused emulsion smells heavenly and is a wonderful way to get your skin glowing this winter. Dry winter air and indoor heating do a number on your skin, and the best way to rehydrate is to start by exfoliating that dead outer layer first. I also love that the brand is local and takes so much pride in its products.

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BRITTANY

Freelance Lifestyle Writer CU GRADUATE, MOM OF A BOSTON TERRIER

1. Bruce Henderson’s print of Pearl Street, brucehendersonphotography.com, prints also available at Art Mart, 1326 Pearl St., Boulder, starting at $40 Capturing the dynamic personality of Pearl Street in a single photograph is a tough task. But photographer Bruce Henderson rises to the challenge, performing some cool tricks with his camera to seamlessly weave multiple Pearl Street blocks into a single print. To do so, he takes a series of photographs in a 360-degree arc, builds a single panorama image and then warps the horizontal image into a spherical shape. The end result is a photograph that you can get lost in while hunting for iconic Boulder images — like the flower bed planters, storefronts and the Tom’s Tavern sign. I spent nearly a decade working on Pearl Street, so for me, it’s a “walk down memory lane” — in photograph form.

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2. Pasta Jay’s marinara sauce, Pasta Jay’s, 1001 Pearl St., Boulder, $8 Pass by Pasta Jay’s around the dinner rush, and you’ll smell garlicky goodness wafting in the air. It’s the siren that lures me in to this Italian eatery on Pearl Street every single time. I can’t help it, though: The Italian eatery boasts cutesy red-and-white checkered tablecloths and a baked spaghetti dish topped with melty cheese. I recently learned that Pasta Jay’s sells jars of its signature sauce and I’d love to find one in my stocking. Yes, it’s stocked with enough garlic cloves that you could fend off a pack of vampires with your breath, which sounds more appropriate for Halloween. But our family actually snubs honeybaked hams and indulges in lasagna on Christmas, so you see what I’m getting at here?

3. Photo session with my dog, Allison Mae Photography, allisonmae.com, starting at $195 My Boston Terrier is dapper with a capital D. He’s got a collection of bow ties, is named after a male model and has two different colored eyes, which add to his allure. What I’m trying to say? I’m good enough for selfies and posing with Santa at the mall. But Tyson Barkford deserves better. Enter Allison Mae Photography. She specializes in pet photography and her gallery of dog images are, well, drool-worthy.

It’s about time my dog gets Instagram famous.

Snapchat filter. The hotel actually harvests honey from its rooftop. They have two colonies, with each hive housing between 20,000 and 60,000 bees. Honey from the rooftop also is used to make chocolate truffles that are served in Jill’s Restaurant. It’s the bee’s knees.

5. Tote bag from by elke, byelke. com, starting at about $330 Each one of Boulder designer Elke Bergeron’s handbags are unique. As an example, she repurposes World War II leather suspenders or horse bridles for the straps of a bag, and uses antique fabrics and old military packs to craft handbags. Her bags strike a perfect balance of unique and traditional, and she expertly juxtaposes modern trends like tassels and metallics with older materials. Each of her bags are handcrafted in her Boulder studio, and her collection includes bucket bags, backpacks, clutches and crossbody bags. I especially love the worn-in look of her stylish totes that could be used to carry anything from a laptop to a farmer’s market haul.

4. St Julien Timeless Trio spa treatment, 900 Walnut St., Boulder, $290 Few things excite me more than having a spa day booked. (Isn’t it exciting to have something to look forward to?) With that said, I can’t imagine a better way to start 2019 than with a hat trick at the spa. St Julien Hotel and Spa has a three-hour treatment package on its spa menu that includes a full-body massage, an organic facial and a signature pedicure. Last time I was there, my face was treated to a honey mask, which gave my skin a glow better than any

CHARITY Boulder County’s Family-to-Family Program, bouldercounty.org/families/get-involved/holiday-giving-programs For more than four decades, the county’s Family-to-Family Program has been helping low-income parents and guardians purchase gifts for their children during the holiday season. The program, in part, provides gift cards to those who are struggling financially so that they can buy presents for their children and carry out holiday celebrations. I think this gift-exchange program is uniquely wonderful because it allows parents to still do the shopping for their little ones. Every year, the program benefits about 400 families throughout Boulder County. A collage of thank-you notes tells stories of a grandmother who is raising her granddaughter on her own and recently lost her job and other parents who were excited to witness their children’s joy on Christmas morning.

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JILL

Cofounder MOM, DANCER, FASHIONISTA, JEWELRY-LOVER

3. Blundstone boots, Shoe Fly, 947 Pearl St., Boulder, $179

1. The Shimmer Star Ring, Art + Soul, 1505 Pearl St., Boulder, $2,350

Artist Adel Chefridi, of New York (he grew up in Carthage-Tunis), creates stunning handcrafted fine jewelry that you can find at Art + Soul on the Pearl Street Mall. I am especially drawn to his 18-karat gold, diamond Shimmer Star Ring. And/or if my Secret Santa is feeling even more generous, there’s Adel Chefridi’s Nostalgia pendant/necklace, made with 18-karat gold, diamonds and ruby for $4,620.

These jewelry pieces are truly works of art. As Chefridi’s website explains, “Beauty is a language that we all accept without effort because it is the raw material of our own essence, more intrinsic than intellect and culture. More subtle than understanding. Naturally universal.”

2. Diamond Orb Halo Earrings, J. Albrecht Designs, 951 Pearl St., Boulder, $3,850 J. Albrecht is one of Boulder’s finest master jewelers. Just walking through the Pearl Street store is inspiring. The family-owned business features a workshop and beautiful showroom, lined with impressive, custom jewelry and engagement rings.

Everything here is specially curated and original.

Including a pair of earrings that are on my dream list.

The Diamond Orb Halo Earrings are 18-karat yellow gold and diamond earrings that were made from scratch in-house, right here in Boulder. The diamonds weigh 0.24 carats total, which sounds like a great holiday season to me.

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Shoe Fly, on the Pearl Street Mall, is one of my favorite places to shop for shoes. In winter time, it’s boot season, and I need a new pair. I’m drawn to the Blundstone boots in stout brown. Blundstone boots have a reputation for not only being stylish, but also durable. And comfortable. Blundstone boots are timeless and long-lasting. While their styles have changed over the years, the quality remains. These are the perfect boots to take on any outdoor adventure in Boulder and beyond.

4. Sante Fe Backpack, Mae Pelle, etsy.com/shop/MaePelle, $315

This isn’t your ordinary backpack and it’s not your ordinary handbag either. Boulderite Addie Sweeney makes stunning, handmade, leather bags out of her Boulder studio, which is named Mae Pelle. Each piece is made to order. The Sante Fe backpack is more like a backpack-purse. It’s fashionable and elevated enough to bring to a nice dinner, but it’s made with double straps like a backpack, so you could wear it while on a bike or walk without having to worry about it slipping down your arm.

It’s practical, too. The Sante Fe Backpack’s caramel color is the perfect neutral to go with anything. It’s so versatile.

The bag is structured so it holds its shape. And inside the bag, there’s a clip for your keys so you don’t have to rummage through your bag to find them.

CHARITY Boulder Valley Women’s Health Center boulderwomenshealth.org Boulder Valley Women’s Health provides all kinds of reproductive and sexual healthcare services, from screenings for cancer to STI testing to annual exams. It provides birth control, transgender hormone therapy and even has a teen clinic. The center is locally run and funded. I want to support Boulder Valley Women’s Health because in its mission is to respect the dignity of all people and make healthcare available to everyone. It makes a special effort to reach out to people who may not otherwise have easy access to safe care, such as people on limited incomes, no insurance, teens, people with disabilities, people who don’t speak English and people in the LGBTQI community.

JOHN

Cofounder DAD, HUSBAND, SKIER, CAR ENTHUSIAST

1. A pair of custom skis, Folsom 4. Warm Socks, Sock Em, 1468 Custom Skis, 7100 Broadway, Pearl St., Boulder, about $15 Put some stockings in my stocking. Who doesn’t Denver, folsomskis.com, $1,299 Folsom makes the perfect ski that any avid skier would enjoy owning. They are custom handcrafted, designed and engineered for you, matching your skiing ability. The custom ski fit delivers an experience for inbounds and out of bounds that is matched by no other.

This is a must if you enjoy skiing as much as I do. Prices vary but as an example, The Big Time Operator custom skis — a blend between progressive and traditional skis, with a true mountain shape — go for $1,299. Visit the website or Denver store to learn more about handcrafted custom skis.

appreciate new socks? Mine have holes in them. I bet yours do, too. This new store on the Pearl Street Mall specializes in socks of every shape, size, material, pattern and even crazy socks you never could dream exist. Sock Em has socks to fit anyone’s style. My style is warm and cozy socks to bundle up in on a cold winter day. After freezing my feet on the slopes, I’d love a promise of warm and toasty toes awaiting me back in the car or my hotel room.

2. Beautiful “art furniture,” Boulder Furniture Arts, 2055 26th St., Boulder, boulderfurniturearts.com, price varies If you love the beauty of nature and natural wood then the nature-inspired, one-of-a-kind furniture at Boulder Furniture Arts is something you should explore.

Boulder Furniture Arts in Boulder is a wonderful, local business that creates and sells stunning pieces of furniture art. This talented group of craftsmen and women has been making high-quality furniture since 1985. As they say, these will be the heirlooms of tomorrow. Boulder Furniture Art also cares deeply about sustainability.

Since it can take months to make a piece of custom furniture, you won’t be able to buy one in time for the holiday season. But a great gift to me would be a trip to the store to start the process. It’s inspiring and fun to even just walk through the store. Don’t forget to check out the slab room for your own DIY project.

5. A bottle of Blue Nectar Tequila Silver, Hazel’s Beverage World, 1955 28th St., Boulder, hazelsboulder.com, about $30 (varies 3. Custom ski boots, Larry’s by size) Bootfitting, 1665 Folsom St., Who says tequila is only for margaritas in the sumBoulder, larrysbootfitting.com, mer? When the weather cools down, a nice sip of tequila will warm you right up. My favorite brand is a bottle of prices vary

If you’re going to get custom-made skis, you need custom-fit ski boots, too. (At least if you’re dreaming up your fantasy wish list.) Larry’s Bootfitting in Boulder is the place to go for that.

If your ski boots hurt your feet, you know how poor-fitting boots can ruin your skiing experience. Visit Larry the Bootfitter for a custom ski boot fit. He works magic with your boots, customizes your liners and can create custom foot beds. This is well worth your time and investment and will improve your skiing experience to a level that you can’t image. Larry guarantees he won’t sell a boot that doesn’t fit perfectly. Even if you have a difficult boot fit dilemma, Larry’s can handle anything.

Blue Nectar Tequila Silver. Blue Nectar makes small-batch, artisan tequila with unique flavors. Find it at Hazel’s, a great place to get your adult beverages in Boulder.

6. Handmade pet treats, PC’s Pantry, 2828 30th St., Boulder, pcspantry.com, price varies I know this is supposed to be my wish list, but I’m giving one of my wishes to a very deserving pet. In Boulder, pets are part of the family. You don’t need me to remind you not to forget your pets this holiday season.

Plus, they deserve some extra love; they put up with us humans. Let them know you appreciate it with handmade treats made with natural ingredients.

CHARITY EFAA Boulder, efaa.org EFAA is celebrating 100 years this year, a huge milestone that’s worth acknowledging and supporting.

Nonprofit EFAA helps people in the community who can’t meet their needs for food, shelter and other basics.

It also supports their efforts toward self-sufficiency and financial independence. It empowers people and families to not just survive but to thrive. The nonprofit has various ways to help: volunteer opportunities, financial or food donations and corporate partnerships.

Helping out your neighbors and giving back to our community is a local cause that needs your support.

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AIMEE

Writer/Editor MOM, BOOKWORM, WEIGHTLIFTER, FREAK

3. “Bones of my Grandfather: Reclaiming a Lost Hero of World War II,” by Clay Evans, Boulder Book Store, 1107 Pearl St., Boulder, $20 I love reading more than I love donuts. (That’s the maximum amount of love.) I’ve been hearing rumbles and cheers for this book, written by a Boulder author, and I want nothing more than to find it in my stocking this Christmas morning. In part because I know Evans is an excellent wordsmith (bonus: he worked for Travel Boulder), and in part because I’m moved by the topic. In this book, Evans works to find and repatriate the remains of lost U.S. service people, including those of his grandfather. As the granddaughter of two war heroes who are also my life heroes, this theme hits my heart hard.

1. A Jen Herling print, jenherling.etsy.com, $60 I’m obsessed with Jen Herling’s unusual paintings. To me, they blur the boundary between playfulness and darkness. This Boulder artist says her art is guided by her subconscious and influenced by the natural world, her inner world and the perceived separation between the two. I would love to hang any of her prints in my living room, but one that tickles me is called “Puppet Play,” showing two hands wearing bird puppets. It made me think of playing with my daughter, but it’s beautiful and unique even without my happy memories attached.

2. Umba Hooded Cape, Umba Love, 2043 Broadway, Boulder, umbalove.com, $48 Yeah. I want a cape for Christmas. It’s my belief that we, as a human race, wear too few capes for how much magic surrounds us. This is a cape you can wear anywhere. An everyday cape, if you will. Superhero casual. It’s rayon (i.e. soft, wrinkle-resistant and lightweight), hooded and has thumbholes (<-- life!). Toss it over your outfit on the way to yoga instead of a lame hoodie or jacket. Umba is such a cool store that embodies the soul of “old Boulder,” in that it’s ultra creative, playful, a little odd, heartfelt and hard to pin in any existing category. “Gypsy love pirate” is the vibe. Gimme that.

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4.The Aspen insulated water bottle, EcoVessel, 5435 Airport Blvd., Unit 104, Boulder, ecovessel.com, $31.95 It ain’t easy trying to drink at least a gallon of water every day but how else is a miniature-sized powerlifter like myself gonna get her gainz? Not only is my aggressive water-consumption a part-time job, but it’s complicated by the fact that the ice-maker is busted on our fridge (seriously, has anyone ever invented a fridge with a reliable ice-maker?). I’d rather lose 10 pounds on my deadlift than drink lukewarm water (OK, that’s a lie, deadlifting is life) so I not only want but need an insulated water bottle to keep my agua chilled.

Boulder-based EcoVessel makes gorgeous, stainless steel water bottles, like the 25-ounce Aspen TriMax. It claims to keep drinks cold for up to 100 hours and hot up to 20 hours. Many other insulated bottles can’t handle both temperature extremes. Plus, stainless steel cleans way better so if you use the bottle for protein powder like a real gym d-bag, which I am and will absolutely do, you don’t have to worry about that rotten protein odor that grows on plastic if not washed 18 seconds after use.

5. Unicorn Topia, Mountainblends.etsy.com, $35 Maybe it’s because I’m a mom, or maybe it’s because I believe unicorns are real, but I want some Unicorn Topia in my stocking. Boulderite and yogi Alexandria Boespflug creates and sells her own, self-mixed essential oil blends (like one called the Ethereal Blend: jasmine, rosemary, Roman chamomile, lemon, patchouli and fractionated coconut oil). The Unicorn Topia is a blend created by her 8-year-old, “made for a believer.” This scent — made with pine, geranium, cedar, jasmine, vanilla and fractionated coconut oil — is “sweet like candy, grounding like nature and bright like fairy blossoms,” as the description reads.

You know. Like a unicorn smells. Mountain Blends claims the scent enhances intuition and creative thinking. Who can deny the latter? Plus, I love the idea of supporting a thoughtful 8-year-old.

6. Lingerie at Christina’s Luxuries, 2425 Canyon Blvd., Unit 100, Boulder, christinasluxuries.com, $110 I don’t know what’s happened to me. I never used to be a pink person. I was black, from hair into my veins and soul. But I can’t stop ogling rose-colored clothes, especially undergarments, nightgowns and other such accessories. Maybe I’m growing soft and my Goth-ness is fading.

This Christmas, I want a nightie that’s simultaneously adorable, comfy and sexy.

My go-to for all undercover wear is Christina’s, and it doesn’t disappoint, with the Noor Dreamer Teddy in La Rosa. It’s basically a jumper lined with lace that you can wear to bed.

Will I try to wear it in town layered with other clothes? Possibly/probably.

7. Dermal Remodeling with Danny Neifert, Skin Harmonics, skinharmonics.com, 805-450-1686, $225-$325 If there’s a skincare product or facial treatment, I’ve tried it. And then two years ago, I tried Danny Neifert and have never touched another product again. Neifert, who works part-time in Boulder, is a skincare genius like no other and the inventor of Dermal Remodeling. It’s a fusion of medical and holistic skin care approaches that is science-based.

It addresses skin at the root level by packing it with nutrients and moisture and basically spoiling it.

There’s never anything abrasive, no chem peels, no lasers, no microdermabrasion.

Neifert says these might show short-term results but over time, they accelerate aging and damage skin in ways it can never fully recover from. You just keep going back for more scraping and poking and peeling for that initial improvement before a sharp decline; you know, like a drug fix.

The facial includes a unique pore-irrigation treatment, a cleaning unlike anything else out there. It relies on a methodology for keeping your pores clean and glowing, and the profound “dermal nutrients” give lush, deep, unfakeable luminosity.

Personally, I love the idea of just loving on my skin so much that it can take care of itself. Low-maintenance beauty. No abuse in the name of care. And the results speak for themselves. My skin looks better today than ever. It’s hydrated, fresh, plump and (dare I say?) dewy. Yes, I dare. I never thought this was possible at Colorado’s high and dry altitude.

Oh, and while these facials are pricier than many, you only need one once a year, so they end up way cheaper in the long haul.

Charity: Dance To Be Free, dancetobefree.org Dance has the power to heal and transform. That’s at the heart of this nonprofit that started in Boulder. Dance To Be Free brings dance classes to women in prison. Trained volunteers take simple but powerful choreography to inmates to help them process stress, heal PTSD and gain confidence, self-awareness, self-expression and leadership. I attended a Dance To Be Free class at the Denver Women’s Correctional Facility, danced with the inmates myself and spent time talking with them afterward. I learned firsthand the impact this nonprofit has had on them and how it is helping turn around their lives.

As we enter a new year, I think about rebirth and new chances. I think about how true agape love shines when you choose to love people who may not be the easiest to love. These are often the people who need it the most.

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DOWNTOWN BOULDER

A WATER FOUNTAIN FROM THE ARAPAHO GLACIER AT THE HOTEL BOULDERADO | PHOTO BY JIM HECKEL

Boulder is, well, so Boulder. The noun is so unique that it’s also the description, one that needs no further clarification.

The offbeat, odd and unusual is so common in this town that it’s almost easier and certainly quicker to list what’s normal.

If you’re looking for an only-in-Boulder experience, here are some of our favorite places to start — from north to south and all corners of the city.

Experience a New Reality

Drink Glacier Water

Come here to question reality. The Reality Garage is a space centered around virtual, augmented and mixed reality. Inside, you can find a virtual reality lounge and a VR maker space (complete with workshops, software and equipment). In the lounge, you’ll find more than 150 experiences on a variety of different devices, and not just games. Visit Puerto Rico. Explore one of the world’s largest solar farms. Walk-ins are welcome. It’s $15 per half hour of VR experiences.

Drinking fountains, in and of themselves, are a rarity today.

This one has historical significance, making it even more special.

Inside the Hotel Boulderado near the lobby restrooms, you’ll find an ornate drinking fountain that spouts “pure, cold water from the Boulder-owned Arapahoe Glacier.” The sign refers to Boulder’s purchase of a watershed of lakes filled with the glacier water and then brought into town. The water claims to be 99.996 percent pure. Give it a try to see if you can tell the difference.

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Hotel Boulderado | 2115 13TH ST. |

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boulder’s guide TO NEIGHBORHOODS Ride on a 16-Person Booze Bike

Find a Way Out of a Locked Room

Cruise through downtown on a 16-person bike cafe blaring music. It’s like a bar counter. On wheels. Riding from bar to bar.

Instead of a bar crawl, it’s more like a bar cruise.

MyHandleBar is a crazy-looking bar bike with multiple pedaling seats. Put your BUI (biking under the influence) anxieties to rest. It’s spearheaded by a designated driver to keep the bike on the course and keep everyone safe. While you can’t bring your cold one on the bike, it’s still a party that you hear coming from blocks away. The vehicle plays music (bring your own or choose from the on-board selection), and riders can indulge in non-alcoholic drinks and snacks.

Here’s a strange way to spend your afternoon: locked in a room filled with hidden clues. The goal: to find your way out of the room before the time’s up. It’s an interactive puzzle set to a suspenseful storyline that demands creative thinking, teamwork and problem-solving. Find Boulder’s Enigma Escape Room right off the Pearl Street Mall two floors below the Walrus Saloon.

Finding it is your first challenge.

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Enigma Escape Room | 1426 PEARL ST. |

Visit Mork’s Home on Earth Mork’s Home on Earth | 1619 PINE ST. |

Here’s where the aliens hang out in Boulder. This famous house, at 1619 Pine St., just a few blocks from the Pearl Street Mall, is a popular attraction in Boulder, particularly for fans of the 1970s sitcom “Mork and Mindy.” It was the character Mindy’s house.

Although a few details have changed since the filming — the shutters were upgraded, the trees have grown (of course) and the iron fence is now a white wooden fence — you can still stop by to say, “Nanu nanu” and pay your respects to late actor Robin Williams, who played the alien character Mork.

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Party Prohibition Style License No. 1 | 2115 13TH ST.|

License No. 1 is a dim and sultry bar located underneath the historic Hotel Boulderado. It feels like you’ve stepped back in time into a speakeasy. As such, it serves classic cocktails. What really makes License No. 1 so cool is it was one of the first bars in Boulder to receive a license to serve liquor after the end of the Prohibition. Hence the name.

Drink Rare Tequila

Tahona Tequila Bistro | 1035 PEARL ST. | Tahona offers tequila that you can’t find elsewhere. In fact, this bar has 134 different kinds of tequila, with unmatchable diversity and quality. Some of the brands can’t be found anywhere else in the state, Tahona says.

“They simply stopped production and we have bought everything we could find,” says John Ryan, manager.

Other tequila is infused in-house with fresh fruits and veggies, or aged in small, oak barrels. Tahona serves some of the best margs in town, all made with hand-squeezed fresh lime juice.

That means the staff here personally squeezes about 180 limes per day.

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boulder’s guide TO NEIGHBORHOODS Talk to a Psychic (Or Become One) Boulder Psychic Institute | 1332 PEARL ST. |

If you’re not paying attention, you might walk right past this door on the Pearl Street Mall. The Boulder Psychic Institute is right downtown. Here, you can take classes to learn how to hone your psychic abilities, get a psychic reading, learn about your aura or soul essence and more. Undergraduates do free readings throughout the week, and there are also discounted readings and mini readings. You know, in case you need some energy assistance to help with your lack of money.

Feel the Beat

Beat Book Shop | 1200 PEARL ST. |

THE DOOR OF THE BOULDER PSYCHIC INSTITUTE | PHOTO BY JIM HECKEL

Boulder has a history of famous beat poets, and that’s what this unique bookstore channels. This funky downtown shop sells used books, CDs, records (including some rare finds), collectables and other random whatnots and doodads. The Beat feels lifted out of a movie set; it’s dim, small, crowded and quirky. Prepare to dig.

Try an Avocado Ice Pop on a Stick Le Pops | 1048 PEARL ST., SUITE 107 |

Forget regular ol’ ice cream. Head to Le Pops for interesting cream pops and ice pops that you can customize with dips and toppings. One of the most interesting menu items is the avocado pop, made with avocado, lime juice and simple syrup. For a boozy dessert, there’s also the Brown Sugar Bourbon cream pop, made with Maker’s Mark bourbon.

Eat With Sherpas

Sherpa Restaurant | 825 WALNUT ST. | This is a Nepali restaurant staffed by former Mount Everest sherpas. Not only is the food authentic and tasty, but the lobby is filled with mementos of the incredible, true tales of the people who are making your food and serving it to you. World-class mountaineers and adventurers gather on the large patio, clutching cups of chai, to swap stories and tips. Don’t miss the fortune-telling yak in the lobby. Yup. For a coin, this strange, stuffed yak will spit out your fortune.

THE ENTRANCE TO THE BEAT BOOK SHOP IN BOULDER | PHOTO BY MARK LEFFINGWELL

Get a Cookie Delivery Boulder Baked | 1911 Broadway |

What’s better than a fresh-baked cookie? A fresh-baked cookie delivered right to your door. Boulder Baked makes fresh desserts and comfort foods (pot pies, grilled cheeses, soup) and then brings them to you. So if you’re craving milk and cookies before bed but you’re already in your jammies, no need to put on pants. Mmm, cookies without pants.

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THE ENTRANCE TO SHERPAS RESTAURANT IN BOULDER | PHOTO BY MARK LEFFINGWELL

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CENTRAL BOULDER sugar and preservatives. You can even get different “bark-day” cakes in different sizes and flavors. In case you don’t speak Dog, that’s a birthday cake.

Get Doggie Room Service

Embassy Suites by Hilton Boulder | 2601 CANYON BLVD. |

A ROOM IN THE BASECAMP HOTEL IN BOULDER DESIGNED TO LOOK LIKE A CAMPSITE PHOTO COURTESY OF PAUL DYER

While technically in the downtown portion of the map, some people consider these areas Central Boulder, and they’re right on the cusp.

Go Rock Climbing at Your Hotel Basecamp Boulder Hotel | 2020 ARAPAHOE AVE. |

Basecamp is a hotel with a unique concept: It’s built for outdoor visitors. On the outside, it’s close to the Boulder Creek Path.

Inside, there’s a rock climbing wall in the lobby, bikes for rent, a dry sauna and hot tub and kombucha and local beer on tap. The ultimate unusual experience: staying the night in a guest room designed to look like a campsite with mats spread out on synthetic grass under the mural of a night sky (camp chairs and S’mores included).

Go on a Psychedelic Trip Without Illegal Substances IReVibe | 2760 29TH ST., SUITE 2A2 |

This business blends two uncommon pieces of technology to help you relax, deepen your consciousness and stretch your mind.

The result: a psychedelic trip, without illegal substances. You lie on a vibrating board that sends specific frequencies through your body, and as you relax and focus on your breathing, a special lamp projects a bright light and flickering lights that stimulate the optic nerve and deep brain. The combo is said to cause you to fall into a deep, trance-like state. People who do it say you can’t explain it.

Much like an acid trip.

Shop at the Dog Bakery PC’s Pantry | 2828 30TH ST. |

A regular pet store isn’t enough to express Boulder’s love for its four-legged friends. We need a pet store with its own bakery and deli that sells handcrafted animal treats. Bring home a meatloaf or meal made with human-grade, natural ingredients, minus salt,

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The Embassy Suites offers a Doggie Room Service Menu and Party With Your Pup Package. These two offerings are for the fancy-travelin’ pups who long for a luxury vacation, with steak dinner brought to the door and a cozy dog bed.

When your pup arrives, he will likely be greeted in the lobby

by Arlo, the hotel’s cheerful dog mascot, who regularly hangs out in the lobby. In a bow tie. Of course. The Party with Your Pup Package includes a night in a pet-friendly room, food and water bowls, a $10 credit to order from the pet food menu, homemade dog biscuits and a cozy pet bed.

After sniffing out the room and walking in circles in the pet bed for 10 minutes, order a meal to be delivered to your door from the healthy Doggie Room Service menu. Your furbabe can choose between chicken and rice (plain chicken breast with basmati rice), steak and carrots and a Burger Dawg (that’s a freshly grilled hamburger) and carrot sticks. For dessert, request the sweet and nutty Peanut Butter Dessert Treat to round out the meal.

Get Tarot Cards With an Intuitive Reading Crystal Dragon | 3330 ARAPAHOE AVE. |

This long-standing Boulder shop sells crystals, tarot cards, tapestries, candles and whatever you might need for your next ritual or ceremony. It also sells rocks, sage and hemp products.

If you’re seeking something a little alternative or extra creative, try Crystal Dragon. And while you’re there, get an intuitive card reading from the staff.

Drink Your Potions

Shine Restaurant and Potion Bar | 2480 CANYON BLVD., UNIT M1 |

Shine serves what it claims are the first energetically curated beverages to hit the cocktail scene. They call them potions, and they’re crafted with special herbs, as well as gem essence, flower essence and sound frequencies, all with a specific intention. The premise: the science of Masuro Emoto, which found the environment of water affected its molecular structure.

The potions are certifiably delicious and can be served with alcohol or without. But unlike the sugar bombs that give you a huge hangover, these so-called Mindful Mixers aim to be healthy and care for your body, instead of tear it down. On the menu, you’ll find drinks with names like The Drunk Monk Steamer and the Deviant Fairy.

SOUTH BOULDER Get a New Mask, Goggles or Tophat Theatrical Costumes Etc. | 673 30th St. |

If you have a vision for a costume — or just a unique outfit — this store’s got you. Theatrical Costumes Etc. is obviously lit around Halloween, but it’s open year-round. It’s located in a simple strip mall in South Boulder, but its rooms brim with feathers, sparkles, fishnet, pleather, spikes, boas, dresses, shoes, glasses, you name it. It even carries street clothes, pin-up dresses, corsets, bras and stunning jewelry, often for inexpensive prices.

See the Atomic Clock

National Institute of Standards and Technology | 325 Broadway |

Boulder sets the pace for the rest of the country, literally. It’s home to the NIST-F1 Cesium Fountain Atomic Clock. Visit the ultra-accurate clock responsible for keeping time for the United States, housed at the National Institute of Standards and Technology. This clock was built to not gain or lose a single second in 80 million years.

Go on a Little Library Tour

Throughout North Boulder | 325 Broadway | The North Boulder area is home to a handful of Little Libraries.

These are beautifully designed, sculptural “lending libraries” where anyone can leave a book or take a book. Share books, games and works of art. In North Boulder, you can find little libraries (artworks in and of themselves) at Boulder’s Holiday Park, 14th Street and Yellow Pine Avenue, and behind Lucky’s Market, 3960 Broadway. Leave your favorite artistic inspiration for the next visitor and see what awaits you.

It’s always a surprise.

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A COLORFUL MURAL ON THE WALL INSIDE TACO JUNKY IN BOULDER. COURTESY PHOTO

Eat the Weirdest Tacos Ever Taco Junky | 1149 13th St. |

Innovative is where Taco Junky shines. Why can’t curry chicken be served in a tortilla? Oh, it can here. How about a taco made with bison ribeye? Or braised oxtail?

Many of the innovative variations have an Asian influence, like the Banh Mi (the best-seller), made with Vietnamese-style marinated pork loin, served with pickled veggies and charred scallion aioli; the B+Omega3 (grilled salmon with edamame pesto and caramel soy bok choy); and the GGS, which is ginger garlic scallions with kale, kimchi and spicy aioli. Or our favorite, the HTX, a little bit Asian and a little bit Southern: sriracha fried chicken (yup, that’s a thing),

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Southern-style slaw and charred jalapeno ranch. It’s not too spicy and is pretty light and non-GMO, for fried chicken.

Get even more creative in your dips with options like coconut guacamole (pico, coconut and lime), BLT guac (applewood smoked bacon, tomato and cilantro) and watermelon ceviche.

In addition, Taco Junky itself has a unique vibe. It aims for the feeling of a “postmodern eclectic taqueria/cantina.” It is a cozy space renovated with bright colors, urban art, industrial accents, glowing bottles of tequila and an oversized mural painted by local artists. The main mural on the wall is actually a timeline; it’s called “The Journey Through Creative Evolution,” by two local artists, Laura McGowan and Will Thompson. The building dates back to the 1920s.

ALFRED PACKER GRILL, CU CAMPUS | PHOTO BY MARK LEFFINGWELL

MACKY AUDITORIUM, CU CAMPUS PHOTO COURTESY OF CASEY A. CASS

CHEBA HUT | PHOTO BY MARK LEFFINGWELL

Satisfy Yo Munchies

See a Pink Floyd Laser Show

If the idea of legal marijuana is entertaining to you, revel in the cannabis culture at this funny, er, punny sub shop. Cheba Hut specializes in “toasted” subs, in both senses of the word.

The whole menu is MJ-inspired, from the “cotton mouth cures” (beverages) to signature sandies inspired by different strains of cannabis. Bonus: You can get Kool-Aid as a fountain drink here.

Only in Boulder can you see a Pink Floyd laser show in a planetarium at a museum. Stretch back in comfy chairs and enjoy the music and creative light show. This quintessential Boulder to-do is at the Fiske Planetarium, 2414 Regent Drive.

Not feeling The Wall? There’s also a Queen laser show.

The Sink | 1165 13th St. |

CU Museum of Natural History | 1030 Broadway |

Cheba Hut Toasted Subs | 1313 College Ave. |

Fiske Planetarium | 2414 Regent Drive |

Write Your Name on Famous Walls Take the Museum Outdoors

Museums get a rap for only being indoors, but the CU Museum of Natural History, naturally, heads outside for some of its activities. In spring, it holds free Spring Color Tree Walks. Stroll through campus and learn about the history and characteristic of the trees. The walk is led by an arborist. The museum is at 1030 Broadway.

The Sink is a Boulder institution. It’s been around for nearly a century and has a ton of personality: walls and ceilings covered in colorful murals. The Sink also has a claim to fame. Ask about the celebs who have eaten there (Obama) or worked there (Robert Redford). Try the famous Sinkburger.

Eat Like a … Cannibal

Alfred Packer Grill, CU Campus Don’t freak. No human meat is on this menu. But this quick, casual joint is named after a famous cannibal. Alfred Packer was a gold prospector who ended up stranded in the wintery mountains and, well, he took the food where he could find it. If you can get over the name of the cafeteria, the food is tasty. Although to be real, we’ve never tried anything but the salads. Hold the meat.

Hunt for Ghosts on Campus Macky Auditorium, CU Campus

Macky is always packed with entertainment, but here’s something you don’t have to buy tickets for. As the legends go, this theater is haunted by a student, Elaura Jaquette, who was raped and murdered in the auditorium by a custodian. People claim to see her and a man or hear an organ, even though there isn’t one here. Anymore. This is one of Boulder’s most famous haunts.

Especially room 304, where it’s said her body was found.

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NORTH BOULDER

TAKING A BREAK WITH COLORADO SKATE FITNESS | COURTESY PHOTO

Get a Custom Perfume Made Just for You The Essence Studio | 4593 Broadway, Unit D120 |

We bet you’ve never had an award-winning perfume-maker give you a sniff and then hand-blend the perfect scent just for you.

That’s what you can get when you visit Dawn Spencer Hurwitz’s perfume studio in North Boulder. Hurwitz crafts artisan perfumes and all-natural bath and body products that take scent to new levels. Welcome to the indie perfumery movement.of VR experiences.

Visit Old Boulder, Hippie Style Rocketman | 4461 Broadway |

If you miss the feeling of “old Boulder” — you know, back in its wild, hippie days — travel back in time at Rocketman. This oldschool head shop sells pipes and paraphernalia, as well as the less expected: skateboards, glass sculptures, carved wooden art. But it’s the environment that shoppers especially enjoy. Rocketman is as chill as a 1969 VW Bus parked by the river.

Buy Farm-Fresh Cannabis The Farm | 2801 Iris Ave. |

This isn’t your grandpa’s farm. Boulder is known for is cannabis shops, but The Farm stands out for cultivating 100 percent

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of its own craft cannabis right here in Boulder County. This bud is made sustainable in small batches with no pesticides, not even organic ones. Check out the Daily Farm Menu, much like you might browse a farm-to-table restaurant’s seasonal menu. You can even order online, and there’s a rewards program.

Work Out on Roller Skates Colorado Skate Fitness | 4800 28th St. |

Roller skating fitness classes use all kinds of fitness science (like high-intensity interval training, bodyweight exercises and skating drills) to help you get more fit. Colorado Skate Fitness offers events at the Hartmann Inline Rink at Gateway Fun Park, 4800 28th St., Boulder.

Drive on Colorado’s Longest GoKart Track Gateway Fun Park Center

| 4800 28th St. |

Here’s something to check off your bucket list: Gateway Fun Park claims to have Colorado’s longest go-kart road track, spanning a whopping 2,100 feet. Hop in a go-kart and go for a mini race. Even kids age 9 and older can drive alone, and they have their own separate kiddie kart track.

EAST BOULDER PEOPLE DO YOGA INSIDE SANITAS BREWING IN BOULDER | COURTESY PHOTO

Drink Beer and Do Yoga (and Pilates) Sanitas Brewing Co. | 3550 Frontier Ave. |

Right on the border of Central and East Boulder is Sanitas Brewing Co. where pints of beer and yoga poses are both on tap.

While the brewhouse yoga trend has taken off across the country, Sanitas goes a step further and offering pilates classes, too. It makes sense; Breweries have some raw, open spaces perfect for setting up a mat and then nama-staying around for a beer. Pilates is on Mondays and yoga is on Tuesdays.

Shop at the Hazmat Boulder Hazmat | 1901 63rd St. |

No, really. We love to shop at Hazmat. It’s not exactly a store, but it’s our favorite spot for cheap (i.e. free) home improvement inspo and art ideas. People donate their unwanted wall paint and spray paint, as well as other home improvement and cleaning supplies, and you can just walk in, pick it off the shelves and have it. For free. Score spray paint to revamp that old chair or mirror. Stock up on art supplies for freesies. Redo your bathroom walls. Plus, when you browse the Boulder Hazardous Waste Department, you’re helping the environment by reusing. There’s no reason to buy new paint at the store.

Go on a Hayride and Pick Pumpkins

75th Street and Valmont Road. In season, score fresh, locally grown produce. In the fall, walk through the pumpkin patch for free and go on an inexpensive hayride. While Munson Farms closes Nov. 1, it’s a peaceful oasis at the edge of Boulder.

See Race Cars

Shelby American Collection Museum | 5020 Chaparral Court |

One of the coolest museums in Boulder is the Shelby American Collection Museum in east Boulder (the Gunbarrel area). This is a museum all about cars. It features an extensive collection of the Cobra, Shelby Mustang and GT40 — even an ultra-fast Daytona Coupe. Also see tributes to pioneer drivers from the ‘60s. Nowhere else in the world can you geek out this hard on Ford race cars.

Dine With a Ghost The Lounge | 2028 14th St. |

The joint right next door to the Boulder Theater is supposedly haunted. As the story goes, George Paper, former theater manager, tragically died there — and he never left. He was a prankster alive and the stories paint him as a prankster after his death. Over the years, the building has had various names (including The Ghost BBQ) but it now just goes by The Lounge. Spirits included with your spirits.

Munson Farms | 7355 Valmont Road |

East Boulder is home to a great farm, at the corner of North

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THE VIEW FROM THE SKY WITH MILE HIGH GLIDING | COURTESY PHOTO

Connect at the StarHouse StarHouse | 3476 SUNSHINE CANYON DRIVE |

The StarHouse is one of the most precious, hidden gems in the mountains outside of Boulder. This beautiful building, used for sacred ceremonies and private events, is set at 7,000 feet altitude on a large, peaceful lot overlooking Boulder, lined with trails, benches and a meditation labyrinth. The building itself was constructed using sacred geometry and esoteric design principles.

Rent it for a “finely-tuned energetic” event, or inquire about how you can join this community.

Visit the Bat Cave

Mallory Cave Trail, from the National Center for Atmospheric Research parking lot, 1850 Table Mesa Drive | 5741 ARAPAHOE AVE., UNIT 1B | Boulder has some of Colorado’s top trails, many with special features. But this one’s got a bat cave at the end. Start at the NCAR parking lot and take the Mallory Cave Trail until you reach an iron gate at the end. Peek through and you will see a rock cave, in which a rare species of bats live. You can’t go inside the cave. But really, did you want to?

Sit in the Rock Chairs

Mesa Trail to Woods Quarry | 1200 PEARL ST. | This is another fun trail in Boulder with an unusual surprise at the end. Take Mesa Trail to Woods Quarry, an abandoned

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rock quarry that is filled with sandstone chunk remnants. What’s the logical thing to do with a bunch of sandstone slabs? Why, make furniture with it, of course. Locals have stacked these rocks together to form makeshift furniture that’s constantly changing.

Sit on a rock couch, place your backpack on the rock end table and take in the views.

Experience the Mountains From Above Mile High Gliding | milehighgliding.com |

Mile High Gliding offers peaceful, scenic flights over the mountains and alpine lakes, but what many people don’t realize is you can actually learn to fly one of these gliders for yourself. Take an intro to flying class or, for a more comprehensive education, an immersive five-day, 30-flight course.

Not up for being pilot but still craving some adrenaline? Book an aerobatic flight, where you’ll do airshow-style flips and spins, wing-overs, loops and aerial roller-coasting. Not a good bet for your very first glider flight, but an incredibly unique opportunity for experienced, healthy and fearless adventure-seekers. Don’t worry, passengers get their own parachute.

One of the most popular flights is the Mountain Flight, where you’ll cruise above the Boulder-area mountains and canyons, then coast back to town and over the University of Colorado campus.

Want more city views? There’s a flight for that, too. It’ll take you right above downtown. Talk about Instagram-worthy pics.

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boulder retail LOCATIONS 1. Art Mart

11. The Farm

21. Pharmaca

2. Art + Soul

12. Hazel’s Beverage World

22. Poster Scene

3. Barbara & Company

13. Island Farm

23. PrAna

4. Beat Book Shop

14. J. Albrecht Designs

24. Rocketman

5. Boulder Book Store

15. JJWells

25. Shoe Fly

6. Boulder Furniture Arts

16. Jlounge

26. Sock Em

7. Christina’s Luxuries

17. Larry’s Bootfitting

8. Crystal Dragon

18. Max Womens Clothing

9. EcoVessel

19. Nature’s Own

10. The Essence Studio

20. PC’s Pantry

1326 Pearl St. 303-443-8248 facebook.com/ArtmartGifts 1505 Pearl St. 303-544-5803 artandsoulboulder.com 1505 Pearl St. 303-443-2565 barbaraandcompany.net/boulder 1200 Pearl St. 303-444-7111 beatbookshop.com/ 1107 Pearl St. 303-447-2074 boulderbookstore.net

2055 26th St. 303-443-2030 boulderfurniturearts.com

2425 Canyon Blvd., Unit 100 303-443-2421 christinasluxuries.com

3330 Arapahoe Ave. 303-786-8455 crystaldragonboulder.com 5435 Airport Blvd., Unit 104 800-969-2962 ecovessel.com 4593 Broadway, Unit D120 720-563-0344 dshperfumes.com

2801 Iris Ave. 303-440-1323 thefarmco.com

2700 Broadway 303-442-0589 pharmaca.com

1955 28th St. 303-447-1955 hazelsboulder.com

1505 Pearl St. #101 303-443-3102 posterscene.com

1122 Pearl St. 303.444.0282 islandfarm.com

1147 Pearl St. 303-449-2199 prana.com/boulder-store

951 Pearl St. 303-543-9191 jalbrechtdesigns.com

4461 Broadway 303-952-9280 facebook.com/rocketmaninboulder

2460 Canyon Blvd.

303-444-1442 jjwells.com

947 Pearl St. 303-443-7463 shoeflyboulder.com

3003 Walnut St. 720-484-6669 jloungespa.com

1468 Pearl St. 303-933-3548

27. Terrapin Care Station 1795 Folsom St. 303-954-8402 ext. 2 terrapincarestation.com

1665 Folsom St. 303-402-6733 larrysbootfitting.com

28. Theatrical Costumes Etc. 673 30th St. 303-440-8515 theatricalcostumesetc.com

1177 Walnut St 303-449-9200 maxclothing.com

23. Umba Love

2043 Broadway 303-442-2059 umbalove.com

1215 Pearl St. 303-443-7625 naturesown.com 2828 30th St. 303-245-9909 pcspantry.com

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lodging locator LOCATIONS TravelBoulder.com/lodging-locator 1. Alps Boulder Canyon Inn

10. Chautauqua Cottages

19. Hotel Boulderado

2. Basecamp Boulder Hotel

11. Courtyard Boulder

20. Hyatt Place Boulder / Pearl Street

3. Best Western Plus Boulder Inn

12. Days Hotel Boulder

21. Millennium Harvest House

4. Boulder Adventure Lodge

13. Embassy Suites by Hilton Boulder

22. Residence Inn by Mariott Boulder Canyon Boulevard

14. Foot of the Mountain Motel

23. Residence Inn by Marriott Boulder

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Boulder - North

24. Rodeway Inn & Suites Boulder Broker

16. Hilton Garden Inn Boulder

25. St Julien Hotel and Spa

17. Holiday Inn Express Boulder

26. WeeCasa

38619 Boulder Canyon Drive 303-444-5445 alpsinn.com 2020 Arapahoe Ave. 420-410-9760 basecampboulder.com 770 28th St. 844-551-6654 book.bestwestern.com

91 Fourmile Canyon Drive 303-444-0882 a-lodge.com

5. Boulder Marriott 2660 Canyon Blvd.

303-440-8877 marriott.com

6. Boulder Twin Lakes Inn 6485 Twin Lakes Road 720-410-9239 twinlakesinnboulder.com

7. Boulder University Inn 1632 Broadway 303-872-4340 boulderuniversityinn.com

8. Bradley Boulder Inn

2040 16th St. 303-835-9197 thebradleyboulder.com

9. Briar Rose Bed and Breakfast 2151 Arapahoe Ave. 303-442-3007 briarrosebb.com

2115 13th St. 303-442-4344 boulderado.com

900 Baseline Road 303-442-0790 chautauqua.com/lodging

2280 Junction Place 303-442-0160 boulderpearlstreet.place.hyatt.com

4710 Pearl E. Circle 303-440-4700 marriott.com

1345 28th St. 303-647-1050 millenniumhotels.com

5397 S. Boulder Road 303-499-4422 wyndhamhotels.com

2550 Canyon Blvd.

303-577-7300 marriott.com

2601 Canyon Blvd.

303-443-2600 embassysuites3.hilton.com

3030 Center Green Drive 303-449-5545 marriott.com

200 Arapahoe Ave. 303-502-5868 footofthemountainmotel.com

555 30th St. 303-444-3330 choicehotels.com

6333 Lookout Road 720-410-9750 hamptoninn3.hilton.com

900 Walnut St. 877-303-0900 stjulien.com

2701 Canyon Blvd.

303-443-2200 hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com

501 W. Main St., Lyons 720-460-0239 weecasa.com

4777 Broadway St. 303-442-6600 ihg.com

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton 4950 Baseline Road 855-605-0320 homewoodsuites3.hilton.com

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BOULDER’S BEST WINTER/SPRING 2018-2019 HAPPY HOUR SPECIALS

For Foodies

Brasserie Ten Ten

Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar All day Monday and 4-6 p.m. TuesdaySunday. The happy hour highlight here is $1.50 oysters. There’s also $5 gumbo with andouille sausage, chicken and crawfish and $5 steamed mussels with green curry and slaw, among other food specials. Drink deals include $2.25 oyster shooters (with vodka and Bloody Mary mix), $5 house wines, $5 and up cocktails and $1 off all draft beers.

Wild Standard 3-5 p.m. daily and at the bar until 6 p.m. Highlight: $2.50 oysters, $4 blackened shrimp tacos and $6 fried calamari with Thai sweet chili glaze and greens, among other food deals. Drink specials include $4 draft beers, $5 house wines and $5 wells.

Blackbelly Market 4-6 p.m. daily. Food specials include $3 bites (such as house-pickled veggies and marinated olives) and $5 BBQ beef sliders.

Drink specials include a $5 beers, $6 for a shot and a beer, $6 wine and $6 cocktails (seasonal collins: vodka, lemon, seasonal simple).

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3-6:30 p.m. daily. Food specials include $3.95 French dip or burger slider, $4.95 brie crepe (brie cheese, brussels sprouts, honey-carrot emulsion) and $4.95 shrimp cocktail. Also find fromage and charcuterie for $6.75 each. Drink specials include $3.75 tap beer and $5 house wine and cocktails.

License No. 1

5-7 p.m. daily. It’s the $3 smoked prime rib sliders and $4 truffle fries, $5 deviled eggs and $5 brussels sprouts and cauliflower in a chile-soy glaze that make this ideal for foodie happy hours. Also get $3 draft beers, $5 house wine and $6 cocktails.

Hapa Sushi

2:30-5:30 p.m. Monday-Saturday and again 10 p.m.-midnight ThursdaySaturday, get great deals on sushi rolls.

Starters are half off. Get two beginner rolls for $7.90. Wash it down with $3 fruit-infused sake.

Quirkiest Happy Hours Bohemian Biergarten

All day on Tuesdays: Das Boot special.

For $8, get a full liter of beer in a giant glass boot. Regular happy hour runs 3-6

p.m. Monday through Friday, and 9 p.m.close Monday.

Drinks include $1 off half-liter of beer and wine and $3 well drinks. On Wednesdays only get $2 off house wine. For food, consider the $14 special: a half liter of beer and a special sausage of your choice.

Shine Restaurant and Potion Bar “Magic Hour” runs 3-6 p.m. daily. Get $4 nonalcoholic potions, or add a spirit to your potion for $6. Add Quicksilver CBD Hemp Oil for $6. No clue what those things are and craving something more mainstream? You can also get $5 beer and $4.50 wine.

Food includes (all organic and gluten-free) $5 broc mac and cheese (including a vegan option), $3 beet hummus (vegan) and a variety of other items, from $3.50 cured meats to $4.50 sweet potato fries.

Pizzeria Locale

3:30-5:30 p.m. daily. Caffeinate your happy hour, during the Aperitivo window at Pizzeria Locale. Not only can you get great deals on pizza (starting at $5 for a Marinara pizza), but also a late afternoon boost, like $1 espresso and $2 mini versions of Locale’s signature budino. Wine is just $6 a glass and a beer starts at $3.

Note: These were the happy hour specials available at press deadline but are subject to change throughout the season.

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Cheapest Happy Hours Longest Happy Hours Illegal Pete’s

Tahona Tequila Bistro

All drinks are inexpensive during daily happy hour 3-8 p.m. and 11 p.m.-1 a.m.

Thursday-Saturday. Margs: $4. Drafts: $2.50. Wells: $2.50-$3. Select craft drafts: $3.50. Plus, get free chips and salsa with your drink.

Monday open to close; 4-6 p.m.

Tuesday-Thursday; 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

Friday-Sunday.

Tahona Tequila Bistro Monday open to close; 4-6 p.m.

Tuesday-Thursday; 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

Friday-Sunday. Drinks include $4.50 well margs and house wine and $4 tequila-infused shooters. Food deals include $2.75 tacos and $3.50 tamales. Get chips and salsa for just $2.

Mateo 3-6 p.m. Monday-Friday. Appetizers start at just $2. Full meals start at $7. Plus, all beer on tap and wines by the glass are discounted.

Salt the Bistro Apps starting at $1. Plus, $3 select bottled beer, $4 wine, $5 cocktails, $4 drafts.

Every day at the bar from 3-5 p.m. Get drinks later, until 6 p.m.

Lazy Dog Sports Bar 50 cent wings are a highlight here 3-6 p.m. Monday-Friday. Drink specials include $3 wells and drafts and $4 house wines. For other food, chow down on appetizers for $5.

Centro So many happy hours every week. All night Monday and 2-6 p.m.

Tuesday-Sunday.

There is also a brunch happy hour 9:30-10 a.m. weekends. Drink specials include $3 can and draft beer, $5 house wine and $5 coin margaritas. Food specials include $3 (and up) appetizers.

Happy Hour With a View The patio views of the Flatirons are among the best. Enjoy $1 off “famous” Rio margs 3-6 p.m. Monday-Friday and late night Thursday from 9 p.m.-midnight.

Draft beer and cans of Tecate are $3. Oh, and there are $3 tacos.

Corrida Corrida offers unobstructed views of the Flatirons and discounted drinks and food 4-5:30 p.m. daily. Deals are real here, with cans of Estrella beer for $2, $4 sherry and deals on cocktails and wine. Try gazpacho consomme for $2 each.

Greenbriar Inn 5-7 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. The Greenbriar is located remotely in the foothills, and the patio provides a romantic ambiance. Drinks include $2 off wine by the glass, beer starting at $4.50 and a flight of whiskey (Gentleman Jack, Bulleit, Stranahan’s) for $12.

Cheapest Margs Tahona Tequila Bistro $4.50 well margs Monday from open to close; 4-6 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday; 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday-Sunday.

Illegal Pete’s $4 margs daily 3-8 p.m. and again 11 p.m.-1 a.m. Thursday-Saturday. Bonus: Get free chips and salsa with your drink.

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T/ACO $4.50 house margs 2-6 p.m. daily and all day and night on Sunday. Enjoy with $2 street tacos. Level up with a $5 Silver Shot.

Centro Mexican Kitchen $5 coin margs all night Monday and 2-6 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday.

Want to Learn More?

Find more happy hour deals, including the cheapest wine in town, at TravelBoulder.com.

Just search “happy hour.”

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ADVERTISER INDEX The Academy

Hotel Boulderado

Corrida

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You might not expect some of Boulder’s cheapest beer to be at one of Boulder’s most upscale restaurants, but from 4-5:30 p.m. daily, get cans of Estrella for just $2.

Barbara & Company

Island Farm

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West End Tavern

BCAA - Boulder County Arts Alliance

J. Albrecht Designs

$2 select draft beer 5-7 p.m. daily.

Select “Workin’ Man Cans” start at $2.50 from 3-6 p.m.

Monday-Friday and again late-night 9 p.m.-midnight ThursdaySaturday. You can also get $3 PBR Tall Boys and a shot and beer combo for $5.

Oak at Fourteenth $2 Coors/Coors Lights and $3 craft beer (Avery IPA and White Rascal) 2:30-5:30 p.m. mid-day happy hour MondaySaturday. Food is discounted, too.

Foolish Craig’s Coors Light cans are $3 from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday-Friday and 5 p.m. to close Sunday. In addition, draft beer starts at $3.50 and import and micro bottles are $3.50.

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BIFF - Boulder International Film Festival (See Our Ad On Page 39)

Boulder Adventure Lodge (See Our Ad On Page 65)

Boulder Bike Tours (See Our Ad On Page 45)

Chautauqua Raise the Roof Campaign

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JCC (See Our Ad On Page 65)

JJWells (See Our Ad On Page 11)

John Atencio (See Our Ad On Page 9)

Max Clothing Stores (See Our Ad On Page 7)

Meghan Bach Real Estate

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Colorado Chautauqua

Museum of Boulder

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The Dairy Center

Poster Scene

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Downtown Boulder Partnership

PrAna (See Our Ad On Page 4)

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Reelfish Fish & Chips EFAA – Emergency Family Assistance Association (See Our Ad On Page 49)

Fanas Architecture (See Our Ad On Page 5)

Fiske Planetarium (See Our Ad On Page 69)

Hazel’s Beverage World (See Our Ad On Page 3)

Historic Boulder (See Our Ad On Page 11)

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