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For residents of many cities across the country, producing your own food is becoming more and more common. While in recent years, the idea of cultivating anything beyond a vegetable garden within a city was pretty much out of the question, more and more urban areas are opening up their bylaws for changes that reflect the trend towards eating locally in more ways. Boulder County is currently looking at allowing amendments to their rules on agricultural use. In January, Boulder County commissio... Read Full Post

... & How to Avoid Them Foreclosures these days may seem like once-in-a-lifetime investing opportunities and in many cases this can be true. Many come with rock-bottom prices and relative ease of purchase: no back-and-forth price negotiation, bought “as-is” at auction, and no financing in some cases. However, sometimes the lowest price is not necessarily the best deal to be had in the real estate market. Here are some things to consider before they turn into bottomless money pits so t... Read Full Post

Boulder is regarded as one of the most cyclist-friendly cities in the nation. Many people rely on their bicycle as their sole means of transportation, even during the winter months. It's important to take extra precautions and be prepared for adverse road conditions once the snow starts to fall. First and foremost, if you're biking during the winter, you need to make sure you're dressed for it. While temperatures might only rarely dip into extreme negatives, the wind can be bitterly cold, so ... Read Full Post

Spread some holiday cheer! Check out these special events this holiday season in Boulder! FACE Holiday Concerts - Cabaret Series Date: December 3, 4 & 10 Location: Boulder's Dinner Theatre. 5501 Arapahoe St. Check out Boulder's dinner theatre during the holidays! It will be featuring an all vocal rock band made up of five voices and a beat boxer. One of the top 10 singing groups in the country. Holiday Lights Tour (Seniors Event) Date: December 11, 5:00 p.m. Location: Meeting at Wishbone ... Read Full Post

While the idea of moving to a new home is always really exciting, the reality of moving is rarely the wondrous experience that we’d all like it to be. More often than not, moving to a new home turns out to be a ton of work and a massive hassle, even though once you’re settled in it’s usually well worth the effort that you put into it. The best way to not get too stressed about your move is to know what your options are well in advance. Hire a Company If you are hiring a moving company, ... Read Full Post

It seems that, unless you actually live in the middle of a big city, any plants that you grow in your yard each year will need to be protected from the local wildlife. While such wildlife may include raccoons, possums, dogs, cats, and the occasional teenager, one of the most insidious garden-wrecking culprits is deer. Now, don’t get me wrong, I think that deer are downright adorable; there’s a reason why Bambi continues to be a popular movie with children and adults alike. But, if you’v... Read Full Post

Boulder is a well-known destination for visitors and home buyers looking for a location that offers almost unlimited outdoor recreational opportunities. The Boulder area is famous for its expansive landscapes and dedication to preserving the natural beauty of the surrounding area. Nature in Boulder Boulderites have been caring for their environment since 1898 by protecting the natural surroundings from development. To help maintain the scenic beauty of the Boulder area, the city allows only 1... Read Full Post

While many home owners are still clinging to the fading warmth of summer days, in some parts of the country the fall weather has decidedly set in. For anyone who is considering putting their house on the market while the seasons are turning cooler, there are many things that you may want to do to get your home ready for sale. Conveniently, these are also good ways to maintain your home before the weather changes anyway. Clean Your Gutters While it might be alright to wait until the trees arou... Read Full Post

For Boulder and Broomfield County area residents, September is “Hunger Action Month” put on by the Community Food Share. All month there have been mini events, like local businesses have been donating a portion of sales, the CROP Hunger Walk, opportunities for education about hunger, and calls to donate a small amount to the food share. There are only a few days left in the month, so it would be great if people in the Boulder area could come together and end this month-long event with a b... Read Full Post

For residents and visitors of Boulder who’re looking for a fun event to attend at the end of September, Downtown Boulder is hosting the 25th annual Fall Fest from Friday, Sept 21 to Sunday, Sept 23. This year, the event will include some great local food and over 30 booths of artisan goods. For visitors with families, there is a Kids’ Carnival open each day of the festival with lots of mini carnival rides. Some of the performers scheduled during the day are geared for kids too! Join us on... Read Full Post