Summer Scene

"Cyclist” — like “fourteener,” “bluebird day” and “gaper” — is one of those words whose meaning I didn’t quite understand before moving to Colorado....

Bluegrass culture embraces its traditions that dictate the acoustic instruments and the lyrics’ subject material (from death and heartache to murder, infidelity and trains)...

Friday, May 27 PaddleFest 2015 — A weekend of kayaking and rafting competitions, educational courses, on-and off-water demonstrations. Various locations around Buena Vista, ckspaddlefest.com. Through...

Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art (BMoCA) 1750 13th St. Boulder 303-443-2122 bmoca.org Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art consistently brings innovative, thought-provoking art to Boulder. Featuring local, national and global...

Finding something to do in Boulder during the summer is hard, and not because there’s nothing going on. Unlike the residents of, say, Maza, N.D., (population: 5), we never have to worry about what to do on a Saturday night. We have more going on here in one summer ...

A s the warm days of summer set in and the Earth grows more vibrant by the day, stop and take a moment to consider...

Let’s be honest: we in Boulder County are nuts about health food. But after enjoying our artisanal quinoa, hormone-free beef (or locally sourced tofu...

Boulder boasts a rich and impressive literary heritage. Not only are numerous books set in this beautiful city, but it’s also been home to...

FRIDAY, MAY 27 CKS Paddlefest. A weekend of celebration on both land and water, including a kayak rodeo, races, paddling, river surfing, beer garden, music,...

A sampling of CU’s best sights and sites, by foot While there are many great sights to see during a Boulder County summer, one of the highlights has to be the Boulder campus of the University of Colorado. Sure, a stroll along Pearl Street Mall or a Chautauqua...

Friday May 27 Iluminar Aerial presents Long Lost — This show is a professional aerial dance production that will take you on a journey of...

Saturday, May 27 Boulder Creek Fest. Boulder’s unofficial kickoff to summer includes a day of activities and entertainment. Boulder Creek/Downtown Boulder, 303-449-3137. Through May 29. The...