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What does being a local mean to you?
Growing up in Las Vegas—a city built for outsiders and tourists—it was always hard to define what it meant to be a true local. Don’t get me wrong, we had an amazing community of friends and family that made it feel like home. But after nearly 14 years in Boulder, there’s something different here. Something truly special.
I remember when my first roommate in Boulder— who had also moved from Las Vegas at the same time—and I ran to the grocery store. She was completely flabbergasted that strangers would ask how your day was going and genuinely care about the answer, something we weren’t used to back home. That small but meaningful sense of care and connection really shines through in a place like Boulder.
Those moments of connection are what make you feel like a true local: bumping into an old friend at the store, grabbing your neighbor’s mail while they’re out of town, filling your home with goods from local makers, and getting to know your barista during your morning coffee run.
Even as Boulder has grown and changed over the past 14 years, that small-town feeling—the sense of belonging that comes with being a local—has never faded.
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1-7: Historic Boulder Inc. celebrates the completion of the major repair of the fabulous art deco facade of the Boulder Theater.
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1-6: For 15 years, SHINE Pet Food has been redefining pet nutrition with organic-certified, human-grade, pasture-raised, and sustainably sourced food. To celebrate 10 years in Boulder and raise funds for their partner nonprofit Rez Dawg Rescue, SHINE hosted a community fundraising event at the store on November 15.
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1-7: Re-Find Interior Design & Tight Lines Construction hosted a Holiday Open House on December 10, inviting guests to an elegant evening of curated drinks and hors d’oeuvres while shopping their collection of one of a kind of treasures.
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1-3: Beatrice the Divine hosted a shopping benefit on December 4, celebrating community, style, and giving, as guests enjoyed thoughtfully selected sips and bites while shopping. Twenty percent of the proceeds from the event were donated to Trash the Runway to further their mission.
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The Human Advantage Summit
As technology accelerates change, an inspiring evening on February 23 from 7-9 pm at Boulder Theater explores how human strengths—creativity, empathy, resilience, and curiosity—will shape the future. Bringing together parents, educators, leaders, and community members, the Human Advantage Summit features thought-provoking speakers, immersive experiences, and meaningful dialogue focused on helping young people thrive with purpose, emotional wellness, and imagination in a rapidly evolving world. HumanAdvantageSummit.org
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Join the Colorado Advertising Community for the Eldora Ski Party
For the fourth year in a row, the Colorado advertising community is coming together for an all-day Ski Party. This year, we’re heading up to Eldora for some great food, great drinks, and, of course, great skiing on Friday, February 27. The event is brought to you by One Club for Creativity Denver and is co-sponsored by Fortnight Collective, Viant, 11 Dollar Bill, Sukle, Trade Desk, Wild Manor and Futuristic Films. Tickets are available now at OneClub.org/DenverSkiParty.
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ACME Fine Goods raises funds for Rise Against Suicide Star Program
To celebrate the Holidays and support Rise Against Suicide, Acme Fine Goods hosted its annual Holiday Party and Fundraiser. With Local Friends and Family and the support of the community, they were able to raise $2,000 for the Rise Against Suicide Star Program.
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New Hearts and Iconic Design by John Atencio
As John Atencio enters his 50th Anniversary year, the Valentine’s Lookbook & Gift Guide celebrates love through iconic design. Featuring new heart styles alongside iconic diamond favorites, each piece is hand-sketched, impeccably crafted, and unmistakably John Atencio. Visit the John Atencio boutiques on Pearl West in Boulder and in Flatirons to discover the collection and celebrate 50 years of artistry and excellence. View the Valentine’s Lookbook on JohnAtencio.com.
A CAFÉ
TO BE DESIGNED LIVED IN
ARTICLE BY EMILY O'BRIEN
PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRIDGET DORR AND ILLUSTRATION BY GINA DODGE
Creature Comforts, Boulder’s first (and only) no-tipping cafe, has quietly but confidently woven itself into Boulder’s daily rhythm. On any given morning, sunlight pours through its expansive windows as neighbors gather over coffee; by evening, the same space hums with conversation, wine glasses, and a sense of ease. For owner Jess Liu, this fluidity was always the point.
JESS LIU BLENDS DESIGN
AND HOSPITALITY
TO CREATE A BELOVED GATHERING
SPACE
“Creature Comforts is first and foremost a gathering space,” Jess says. “A place where people go to enjoy a drink or treat, to meet up with friends, to have a meeting, or simply enjoy a moment of quiet or creativity for themselves.” She sees cafés as cultural mirrors—places where many purposes coexist—and takes particular joy in watching regulars make the space their own. “I love when I see our regulars hop around their favorite seats in the cafe depending on the day… from the community table to our couch, to our corner L-bench (my favorite).”
DESIGNED FOR CONNECTION AND CALM
That sense of belonging is no accident. Jess personally designed the interiors, guided by a deep belief in environmental design. “I’m a huge believer in the power of environmental design on experience,” she explains, noting that she knew she needed to lead the process herself rather than hand it off to a designer.
Natural light was non-negotiable, driving her to seek a corner location and open up the building with expansive east-facing windows. “This focus on natural light is why I knew that I would open up as much of the building as I could,” she says, an architectural decision that has since become one of the café’s defining features.
Equally important was openness. Inspired by hotel lobbies Jess frequented while living in New York City, she envisioned “one big room” that feels like “a giant living room.” Varied seating, from lounge areas and
large tables to bar seating designed for connection or individualized space, supports different rhythms of use.
“By having our seating spaced out more, I think it creates a sense of calm—people not on top of one another,” she says.
Layered green tones, flowing murals with natural lines, abundant plants, and playful details add warmth without clutter. A space that feels intentional yet lighthearted.
AN ALL-DAY RHYTHM BUILT AROUND COMMUNITY
Creature Comforts’ seamless transition from morning coffee stop to late afternoon gathering place was always intentional. “I always envisioned an all-day cafe,” she says, inspired by New York cafés where coffee naturally gives way to wine or cocktails as the day unfolds.
What has surprised Jess most is the depth of Boulder’s business community. “The way everyone is just cheering
everyone else on, sharing advice, is truly amazing.” That spirit echoes inside the café, where regulars form connections with one another—and with Jess herself—often extending beyond the café’s walls.
That sense of camaraderie is especially present each February, when Creature Comforts hosts its Chinese New Year seated dinner in collaboration with Rising Tiger and chef Devin Keopraphay. As the Year of the Fire Horse begins, Jess is leaning into experimentation, creativity, and joy. “Play is calling,” she says, referencing one of the phrases on the café’s exterior mural—a fitting mantra for a café designed not just to be visited but truly lived in.
Celebrating Chinese New Year and Upcoming Collaborations with Rising Tiger
Now in its 3rd year, Creature Comforts and Rising Tiger’s annual Chinese New Year Dinner is known for offering a unique dining experience. The dinner, known as the “8 Treasures 八宝 (Bà Báo)” Dinner, is an 8-course tasting menu featuring dishes inspired by traditional foods associated with good luck and prosperity.
This year, in addition to their “8 Treasures” Chinese New Year dinner, Rising Tiger will be hosting a weekly brunch takeover, every Saturday, 9 a.m.- 3 p.m., through March at Creature Comforts. At this weekly takeover, Rising Tiger fans will be able to get a taste of Devin’s delicious creations outside of farmer’s market season. Instead of the scallion pancake breakfast sando he’s become known for, Devin’s excited to share his sticky rice bun breakfast sando with lemongrass breakfast sausage and Thai chili jam.
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YEAR OF THE FIRE HORSE
As we close out 2025, the Year of the Snake, we complete a powerful period of shedding—making space for boldness as we step into 2026, the Year of the Fire Horse. This dynamic combination of fire and horse occurs only once every 60 years, so buckle up for a year of transformation. It’s time to run toward whatever ignites that fire within us.
The Year of the Horse isn’t about overthinking; it’s about confidence, forward momentum, and using passion to kick down doors and build what comes next.
So this year, here’s what we’re doing: saying yes to bold ideas, trusting our instincts, taking risks, starting the dang thing—and keeping it moving.
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Wake Up Slow
Finding the Balance of Art and Commerce with OneClock
ARTICLE BY COLIN GBOLIE
Five years ago, as Jamie Kripke was preparing to leave the advertising world behind, he continued a routine of having to hustle and get up to catch flights for work. In the midst of the grind, Jamie and his wife made a simple and sensible decision: no more phones as alarm clocks and minimising screens before bed. What seemed like a small lifestyle change quickly exposed a problem. He searched endlessly for a clock that felt intentional, something well-designed and calming, different from the typical jarring bright lights and sharp tones most of us have unfortunately grown accustomed to. Nothing on the market resonated, so Jamie did what creatives often do when the solution doesn’t exist: he got to work designing.
He shared the idea casually with friends, kicking it around without any clear plan. At the same time, he was doing artwork for a certain friend who happened to have experience in manufacturing. That coincidence proved pivotal.
“Sometimes you bump into the right person,” Jamie says.
After countless prototypes and workshops, the idea evolved into a real product. The team, eventually joined by another of Jamie’s constituents, decided to launch on Kickstarter and Indiegogo. But this wasn’t a casual experiment. They went in wholeheartedly on production, obsessively preparing every detail. “It was very intentionally orchestrated,” Jamie explains.
OneClock is an analog timepiece with science-backed sounds that gently lift you out of sleep in a peaceful, natural way.
They sent prototypes to journalists, executed major marketing pushes, and leaned hard into the momentum. The campaign was a success, raising a total of $1.1 million when all funding efforts were considered. More than 4,000 people received the product, and the buzz was only just starting— quite impressive.
With momentum building, the company scaled up with additional collaborators. Like many young businesses, the overhead outpaced the moment, and Jamie responded by wisely tightening the operation and returning the company to a leaner model. Reminiscing on the experience, he noted feeling, “[he] had to get through the process.” By doing so, he gained an entirely new skillset and got to focus on the ethos of the company.
What followed was a crash course in entrepreneurship. Jamie taught himself how to run ads, build email campaigns, and operate the business end-to-end. The reset worked. By stripping the company down to its essentials, he created something efficient and sustainable, allowing the company to sell through its first 10,000 units directly from the factory.
“I’m always wrestling with the balance of art and commerce.” A sentiment Jamie shares. That came as no surprise, given the eclectic artist I’ve come to understand him as.
That tension is especially evident in OneClock’s approach to sound. Rather than relying on traditional alarm tones, the company built its identity around music and neuroscience. They had a sonic strategist, Eli Mishkin, compile and analyze current research on sleeping, waking, and how the brain and body respond to sound. From that science, the team created a set of guidelines and leaned on Jon Natchez, Grammy award-winning member of The War On Drugs, to compose exclusive waking music for the clock.
The result is deeply intentional and deliberately limited. The music made for OneClock can only be heard through the device itself and complements the minimalist design seamlessly.
It’s a philosophy rooted in restraint: fewer notifications, fewer distractions, and a more human relationship with technology. “Solving the riddle of art and commerce” is an unending problem Jamie is constantly tussling with. In the case of OneClock, he’s made wonderful progress.
In an oversaturated world, OneClock represents a return to simplicity without sacrificing sleekness or modern design. It’s a quiet reclamation of stillness in an always-on culture, and a reminder that sometimes the most meaningful innovation starts with stepping away.
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A Creative Sanctuary
ARTICLE BY EMILY O'BRIEN | PHOTOGRAPHY BY POPPY & CO. BY KELSEY HUFFER
Stepping into Top Hat Supply for Journeys, you immediately feel invited to linger, explore, and ask questions.
Founder and artisanal weaver Darcie Shively explains the origin of the unusual name. After moving to Boulder 17 years ago, she lived near East Pearl and (over the past few years) began working out of the former Top Hat Supply building, once a cleaning supply store.
“I used to think the place was a front for something,” Darcie says. “People would come by while I was working and ask, ‘Where are the hats?’ There were never any hats. I wanted to keep some of the history of the block, so when we got a grant from the city to open our studio, we kept the name.”
‘Journeys’ refers to the studio’s mission to reconnect people with their creative spirits, as well as its shamanic journeying, tea ceremonies, and musical events. Co-founder and ceramist Michelle Polizzi says its aesthetic could be described as “letting the mystery unfold and reveal itself, alive and joyful.”
The studio’s multipurpose, open-door aesthetic reflects Darcie’s own artistic path.
“Starting this nonprofit studio was personal to me because I felt like I lost touch with myself creatively, especially in college when I stopped making time for art,” Darcie says.
Later, burnout from the Los Angeles advertising industry ultimately prompted her move to Boulder in 2010.
“I took a year off and did a project called '52 To Do,' where I learned something new every week for a year,” Darcie says. “I taught myself tapestry and over the last 15 years found my creative self again.”
This personal journey shapes the studio.
“Top Hat Supply for Journeys is a creative sanctuary where we hope other people are inspired to reconnect with something in themselves creatively, which I don’t necessarily see as art making, but a sense of possibility in oneself,” Darcie says.
One thing she and Michelle enjoy is when people walk in and ask, “What is this place?”
“For me, handmade work is not just the result technique, but of listening— one’s allowing it into form.” of skill or of knowing voice to move
— Michelle Polizzi own and
“There’s a sense that something different is happening here,” Darcie says. Visitors often meander through the studio—talking while she and Michelle weave or hand-build ceramics—sipping tea, and browsing books. While the studio offers goods to help pay the rent, it’s designed first as a place to simply be—and, ideally, to leave carrying a sense of possibility. Handmade craft sits at the heart of the studio’s philosophy.
“For me, handmade work is not just the result of skill or technique, but of listening—of knowing one’s own voice and allowing it to move into form,” Michelle says. “These pieces are not made for mass consumption; they are made for connection, for those who feel the resonance.”
As Boulder’s craft and lifestyle scene evolves, Top Hat Supply for Journeys highlights the value of spaces that prioritize process, presence, and connection. Rooted in its East Pearl history, the studio offers more than handmade goods. It’s a place to pause, engage, and rediscover creativity together.
“I hope the City of Boulder will continue to invest in the work of local artists and artisans… but I also hope to see more people in our community supporting local artists’ work so artists can stay in Boulder,” Darcie says.
Keep up with Top Hat Supply for Journeys on Instagram @tophatsupplyforjourneys.
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Front Range
A Winter Guide with Justin and Nancee Gold
Nordic & Uphill Skiing
Winter in Colorado doesn't mean slowing down—it simply invites a shift in how we move. For Justin and Nancee Gold, Nordic and uphill skiing offer two complementary ways to stay active, social, and connected to the mountains throughout the entire season.
"All you really need is the desire to earn your turns,” Justin says. “Uphill skiing slows everything down and makes familiar terrain feel new again.”
TWO DISCIPLINES, TWO RHYTHMS
Uphill skiing is rooted in simplicity. It requires minimal technical training and rewards patience, conversation, and effort. Moving steadily uphill, often before chairlifts spin, transforms ski areas into quiet social spaces where the journey matters as much as the descent.
Nordic skiing offers a different kind of challenge. Whether skating or skiing classic, it's a full-body workout built on technique and rhythm. It feels less like skiing downhill and more like a dynamic walk, jog, or run through groomed trails, no lift lines, no crowds, just consistent movement.
“There’s always something to improve in Nordic skiing,” Nancee says. “Every season I notice progress, and it’s inspiring to watch people who make it look effortless.”
FAVORITE FRONT RANGE SPOTS
Both Justin and Nancee point to Eldora as their favorite local destination for both Nordic and uphill skiing. Just a short drive from Boulder, it’s easy to squeeze in a morning session and still be home by midday. The Nordic center is known for its challenging terrain— earning its reputation right from the first uphill stretch—while Uphill Fridays before chairlifts open have become a social staple.
For Nordic-focused outings, Devil's Thumb Ranch and Snow Mountain Ranch stand out. With expansive trail networks, terrain for all levels, biathlon ranges, and skijoring-friendly routes, they’re ideal for both beginners and seasoned skiers.
TERRAIN & CONDITIONS
What makes great Nordic terrain often challenges uphill skiers and vice versa. Nordic skiing thrives on groomed, rolling trails, while uphill skiing shines in steeper terrain and fresh snow. Choosing the right discipline often comes down to conditions, and that flexibility is part of the appeal.
GEAR ESSENTIALS
Nordic skiing requires discipline-specific gear: skate and classic skis, boots, and poles aren’t interchangeable, but rentals make it
“All you really need is the
easy to experiment before committing. Proper fit and smart layering are essential.
For uphill skiing, boots and bindings designed for climbing are key, along with trimmed skins. A small backpack helps manage layers and carry skins on the descent.
LOCAL SHOPS
For both sports, the Golds recommend:
• Boulder Nordic Sport
• Neptune Mountaineering
• Tin Shed Sports (Nederland) These shops offer not only gear, but expertise and plenty of trail wisdom.
GETTING STARTED
Their advice is refreshingly simple: start with community. Take a lesson or clinic for Nordic skiing to build strong fundamentals, and try uphill skiing with a friend who knows the flow. Most importantly, don’t get discouraged; progress comes quickly with consistency.
COMMUNITY & CONNECTION
Nancee credits Eldora’s women’s Nordic program with helping her build skills and lasting friendships. Justin points to Uphill
Fridays as a chance to reconnect with friends or meet new ones while also staying active. Both sports naturally foster connection through shared effort and time outdoors.
ONE PERFECT WINTER DAY
If conditions are fresh and snowy, uphill skiing is hard to beat— quiet skin tracks, steady effort, and a rewarding descent. On busy weekends or days without new snow, Nordic skiing offers a calmer alternative, with groomed trails and consistent movement. For first-timers, classic Nordic skiing on mellow terrain provides an approachable entry point that prioritizes comfort, views, and confidence.
A DIFFERENT WAY TO WINTER
Together, Nordic and uphill skiing offer more than just winter workouts. They create space for connection, routine, and reflection, ways to stay active while embracing the slower, quieter rhythm of the season.
For Justin and Nancee Gold, these sports aren’t about chasing conditions or checking boxes. They’re about showing up, moving with intention, and finding joy in winter, one stride at a time.
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Inside Boulder’s Hytte & Co., Where Design is Meant to be Touched, Tried, and Treasured for Generations
ARTICLE BY TONY FIRESTINE
PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRIDGET DORR
Step inside Hytte & Co. and the pace of Boulder seems to soften. Tucked into a cozy cottage setting, the shop feels less like a retail space and more like a wellloved home—one where every object carries a sense of intention. It’s no accident. The concept is rooted in a deeply personal idea of home, heritage, and belonging.
In Danish culture, a hytte is a holiday cabin: a generational retreat to the woods, the mountains, or the sea. These rustic spaces are where family life unfolds, and dayto-day pressures fall away. “It is a space you escape to, and where you are surrounded by things you most love,” says founder and owner Andrea Uzarowski. “Your grandmother’s quilt, your great-grandmother’s etched glasses, your favorite soup bowls. It is a space where your family gathers through
generations, with each generation leaving its mark on the space.”
That idea guides every detail of Hytte & Co., from the way the rooms are staged to the pieces chosen for the shelves. Andrea, who also owns the beloved Boulder café Süti & Co., began to notice a pattern while curating décor there. “I vividly remember a moment about two years ago at Süti, when I had two curved, white boucle small benches displayed, and both were sold very quickly,” she says. Customers kept asking for more—more pillows, more throws, more lighting for their homes. “I realized I wasn’t the only one who loved the Scandinavian aesthetic. And more importantly, I realized, there wasn’t a place in Boulder, where I could find pieces I wanted to put in my own home, much less pieces that were
made sustainably, intentionally, and at a price point that works for most people.”
Hytte & Co. was created to fill that gap. Unlike traditional home décor stores or galleries, the shop is designed to answer the questions customers often leave unasked: How would this look in my home? What would I pair it with? How do I make this feel lived-in rather than styled? “I knew there were many people who don’t necessarily feel comfortable creating a space in their homes,” Andrea says. “But just like in my career as a chef, where I’ve always taught clients to just play with food and experiment, the same rules can apply to home décor.”
That philosophy shows up in the shopping experience itself. Hospitality—something more commonly associated with cafés or private homes—is central to Hytte.
“It is a space you escape to, and where you are surrounded by things you most love.”
“When a customer walks through our doors, they choose us out of all the other options they have,” Andrea says. There’s no pressure to buy, no hovering when someone reaches for an item. Instead, guests are encouraged to touch, try, and imagine. “Hytte is a space where I want you to wrap yourself in the alpaca blanket, snuggle that cashmere pillow, and walk around with it as you envision what a locally made painting would look like in your living room.”
Every item in the store is sourced with intention. Andrea asks herself a series of questions before anything makes it onto the floor: “Is it something that I’d have in my own home? Is it functional and well-made? Do I feel comfortable putting my name behind this maker or brand? … And lastly, do I get the goosebump effect from the item?” If the answer isn’t yes, it doesn’t belong. “Each piece needs to meet the question: ‘Could this be part of my hytte at home, and would it be still useful in a couple of generations?’”
While Hytte & Co. is a sister store to Süti, it stands firmly on its own. Süti introduced Boulder to hygge—the art of slowing down and savoring small moments. Hytte takes that feeling home. “Many of our customers want to extend that feeling to their homes,” Andrea says. “At Hytte, the goal is to bridge that gap between not wanting to work with a design professional but also not knowing how to pick some pieces for the home alone.”
“Hytte is a space where I want you to wrap yourself in the alpaca blanket, snuggle that cashmere pillow, and walk around with it as you envision what a locally made painting would look like in your living room.”
When customers leave, Andrea hopes they take more than a purchase. “What’s even better is knowing that our customers are genuinely happy,” she says. “I want them to know and feel their purchase is doing something good for the artist and our community. And I want them to feel they found something that will stand the test of time and can become a part of their own family and generational story.”
To learn more about Hytte & Co., visit HytteandCo.com.
A SIREN CALL IN SOUTH BOULDER
THE JUNGLE TEAM TRADES TIKI TROPICS FOR COASTAL TAVERN TRADITION
ARTICLE BY ALLYSON REEDY
PHOTOGRAPHY BY POPPY & CO. BY KELSEY HUFFER
Jungle is where Boulderites go to turn on vacation mode—swapping Pearl Street for palm fronds, tiki dreams, and rum-soaked Mai Tais. Even the best escapes, though, eventually spark a new itch. For the local team behind Jungle, the sultry cocktail bar that’s become one of the city’s best since it opened in summer 2019, that itch became Siren, their new coastal tavern tucked into an unassuming South Boulder strip mall. But there the fantasy isn’t Polynesian paradise, but New England shoreline in all its salty, storied glory.
Many of the Jungle crew hail from a coast, and Siren feels like a love letter to their roots. Where Jungle thrives on the pulse of downtown Pearl Street, Siren settles into its neighborhood location with a vibe reminiscent of an old seaside village tavern. Friends greet each other with hugs at the door, and couples catch up over generous martinis in wooden booths that look as though they’ve already heard a hundred good stories. Behind the bar, bottles rest on wooden shelves—nothing sleek or flashy here. Even the centerpiece ship feels less novelty and more homage, as if it’s always belonged.
The drinks, however, are unmistakably from one of the best cocktail teams in Boulder. Siren’s menu is thoughtfully segmented, with martinis taking a starring role. Crisp, briny, sweet, bone-dry, or even non-alcoholic—each variation is dialed in with precision, an adventure in a glass taking you wherever you want to go.
Beyond martinis, the cocktail list explores classics and coastal-inspired originals, from the delicate strawberry and rose petal Siren Gin Fizz to the Old Bay-tinged Old Fashioned. (And yes, you can get Jungle’s iconic Mai Tai, because how could they leave that one off?) Each drink section includes a non-alcoholic option, none of which are afterthoughts but carefully constructed drinks that hold their own.
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Food at Siren leans playful and maritime, anchored by an impressive roster of tinned fish that makes for a super fun snack dinner. Salmon, sardines, smoked mussels, and rainbow trout are just a few of the options that arrive pristinely packed, each tin accompanied by whipped butter, pickled onions, and slabs of sourdough meant for scooping and sharing. It’s simple, satisfying, and feels exactly right for the space.
If you’re feeling fancy, caviar is offered in formats that range from elegant bumps to indulgent sliders. During their excellent happy hour, three grams of fishy joy can be yours for $9, a small luxury that feels surprisingly accessible. And if roe isn’t your thing, there’s the $9 grilled cheese with sweet onion jam or $8 beet tartare, also off the HH menu, proving Siren doesn’t take itself too seriously.
Drink-wise, several cocktails clock in at $10 and under during the 4-6 pm daily happy hour (plus a late-night rendition 9-11 pm on Mondays and Tuesdays), alongside $4 Narragansetts—a nod to New England that feels both nostalgic and perfectly placed. It’s the kind of pricing that encourages a second round, another tin, one more story.
A coastal tavern in landlocked Boulder shouldn’t work this well, but it does. Built by coastal transplants who know exactly what they’re recreating, Siren draws you in like the call of its namesake, promising warmth, a good, stiff drink, and the comforting illusion that the ocean might just be a few blocks away.
Siren: 623 S. Broadway, Boulder; SirenCocktailBar.com
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ARTICLE BY MEREDITH ROWE PHOTOGRAPHY BY JESSICA GLASSBERG
Photo by Jon Glassberg
On November 4, 2020, Emily Harrington made history as the first woman to free climb El Capitan’s Golden Gate in Yosemite. With the COVID-19 pandemic keeping people at home and isolated, this was seemingly the first piece of good news in months.
Suddenly, Louder Than 11’s Jon and Jess Glassberg had to turn their rented RV into a mobile press wagon to feed photos and clips to global news outlets like CNN, ABC, NBC, and Al Jazeera.
“There’s no service in Yosemite, except one parking spot,” says Jess Glassberg. “We’d have to fight for it and then tether with our phones out the window.”
Back in 2015, Jon Glassberg captured Harrington’s first ascent of Golden Gate, which took place over six days. That film got millions of views on The North Face’s channel and sparked this new challenge for the already esteemed climber: do it in a day.
To put it in context, El Cap is where the best climbers in the world go to prove themselves. Many have ascended it through one of the routes over days or even weeks, but very few have the stamina to throw down hard moves 3,000+ feet in the air 20+ hours into the day.
Thanks in part to all the well-deserved fanfare, what was slotted to be another YouTube video now had the potential to be so much more, for Harrington and for the Glassbergs.
Jon Glassberg has been climbing since he was 11, and when he went to college, the rise in digital media meant he could shoot his climbing and have a platform to put it out on. This helped him get the attention of sponsors and paved the way for climbing to actually pay the bills. If you’re familiar with the sport or professional athletes in general, you know this doesn’t always leave room for much else.
“Climbing, if you’re obsessed with it, is something you always do,” says Jon. “You’re always chasing the next hard thing.”
He now considers himself a filmmaker first, but thanks to these years of hard climbing, he has the ability to understand the mindset of his subjects—and the strength and stamina to keep up with them on location. But it was a chance encounter with Jess Talley (now Jess Glassberg) at the Mountainfilm Festival in Telluride that propelled him from climbing to mainstream success.
Jon brings business acumen and is very dialed when it comes to producing and directing. Jess has an incredible eye and is really good at creating a compelling story. While Jon was chasing ticks, Jess was crafting her skills first in the high school darkroom and later in a PhD program in Paris. The mutual respect between them is clear, as is the adoration.
Photo by Jon Glassberg
“Climbing, if you’re obsessed with it, is something you always do. You’re a lways chasing the next hard thing.”
Photo by Jon Glassberg
Photo by Jon Glassberg
“Jess is much more creative and smarter than me,” says Jon. “It’s a good partnership.”
Good is underselling it. In the current landscape of maybe selling your documentary to a streaming service, Girl Climber, which the duo created alongside Red Bull Studios to celebrate Harrington’s feat on El Cap , has now done an IMAX theatrical run for 105 theaters and around 15,000 people.
It’s been at Alamo Draft House, Regal, and other independent and chain theaters and has qualified for the Oscars. It’s touring Europe and Asia, in addition to the festival circuit, and is even bringing the pair back to Mountainfilm where they first met.
They attribute a lot of this success to who Harrington inherently is as a person. She’s authentic, smart, and vulnerable, and fans instantly connect with her. She’s also comfortable in the uncomfortable.
“One of her superpowers is being comfortable doing something new,” says Jon. “She’s one of the best, most accomplished climbers, not just because she’s the most naturally talented, but because she’s a very hard worker.”
To watch Girl Climber, head to Amazon Prime Video or keep an eye out for local showings. Visit Jolt.Film/Watch/GirlClimber and follow @louderthan11 for more information.
“One of her superpowers is being comfortable doing something new,” says Jon. “She’s one of the best, most accomplished climbers, not just because she’s the most naturally talented, but because she’s a very hard worker.”
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“At this project level, painters are not an afterthought.”
“I knew I had taken on a great responsibility when purchasing the house years ago. It was a house designed out of love in the early ‘90s by an architect for his wife, lovingly referred to as the “Grand Dame” in honor of its femininity and strength. The paint colors we chose, from the English green in the dining room to the smile-inducing “Marry Me Pink” on the primary bedroom ceiling, reflect the home’s mood and have all garnered numerous compliments. I feel our Grand Dame is radiant in her new palette, laughing with us about some of the color names.”
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ARTICLE BY ANDY MANZ
While being born in a certain city or state might be the definition of being a native, defining what makes someone a local is not quite as easy.
As a kid growing up in the Midwest, summer vacations to Colorado were the absolute pinnacle of each year. I distinctly remember, to this day, the smell of the cherry red, shag carpeting in our family’s Ford conversion van. My mom and dad would have the van all packed up the night before, and we would set out on the road between three and four in the morning, headed west on I-70. In the summer of 1996, I had just completed my freshman year of college. That would be our final vacation with just the four of us. Little did I know when we left Kansas City that July, I would not be coming home for six more weeks. The ranch we were visiting in Westcliffe had a staff shortage that summer, and they offered me a position until school resumed. While I did wear out the Dave Matthews Band Remember Two Things CD and rocked Teva sandals daily, I certainly was not yet a “local".
Once I was off my parents' dime, the Colorado trips throughout my later college years and post-graduate became more infrequent. Alas, in 2024, after dipping my toe into an entry-level corporate job that I quickly realized was not for me, I once again headed west on I-70. My roommate from college had gone straight to Vail and had a loft space that was just big enough to throw a twin mattress down in. I went straight to the hiring office, and since it was mid-season, the only position they had open was a lift operator. For those of you who know ski culture, it comes as no surprise that this was a department with high turnover. They would overstaff each day,
knowing that 15 to 20 percent of the workforce would be too hungover to show up for work. At the time, fresh off quitting my corporate job, I was starting to feel like I was failing in life. After being around the “lifty” culture, my self-esteem quickly elevated, and I was feeling like a model citizen.
“While I may never be considered a native, Boulder is home for our family, and there is no place we would rather be.”
I eventually moved up the status ladder and spent the next three years as a Yellow Jacket, which consisted of skiing the mountain all day and making sure guests weren’t too out of control in the “no speed” zones. My time in Vail was incredible, and I made some great friends who I still keep in touch with to this day, but I definitely didn’t achieve “local” status. In 2007, as I approached age thirty, the days of being perpetually broke finally ended my tenure as a ski bum. The party was finally over, and I moved back to the comforts of Kansas City.
A year later, in 2008, I met an amazing girl who changed my world. That summer, we took a trip to Colorado together and were engaged on the Poudre River in Fort Collins. Ironically, we pit-stopped in Boulder to wakeboard on the Boulder Reservoir. Little did we know that four years later, we would pack up a U-Haul in Lake Lotawana, Missouri, and make a permanent move to Boulder.
Over the last thirteen years, there have been many seminal moments for our family here in Colorado. Welcoming two of our four kids into the world here, holding the very first issue of Boulder Lifestyle in February 2013, the pain of losing our home in the Marshall Fire, and the joy of having our entire family see Phish at Folsom Field. While I may never be considered a native, Boulder is home for our family, and there is no place we would rather be.
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My Neighbor’s Bread
A Slow Food Story About Sourdough, Science, and a Community That Shows Up Every Friday
On Friday mornings in Louisville, something quiet and meaningful unfolds. A small community chest fills with warm sourdough loaves. There is no attendant, no register, no supervision. Just bread, trust, and a handwritten sign inviting neighbors to take what they need and pay what feels right.
By midday, the chest is empty.
Behind it all is Lisa, who works in oncology biotech by day and bakes by passion. What began as a personal New Year’s resolution has grown into My Neighbor’s Bread, Co., a cottage bakery built on intention, patience, and deep community connection.
“I was trained as a bench scientist and worked in fermentation labs early in my career,” Lisa says. “But I learned pretty quickly that while I love the science, I thrive in the kitchen. Baking uses the same principles. Protocols, measurements, controlled conditions. The difference is that the outcome is delicious.”
Sourdough entered her life in January 2025 through a desire to reduce plastic waste and screen time. Bread was a major source of packaging in her household, and the early mornings offered an opportunity to replace scrolling with something more grounding. “There’s something meditative about working dough at five thirty in the morning,” she explains. “It was a better way to start the day.”
What began as a single loaf quickly expanded. Lisa’s curiosity and methodical mindset pushed her to test variables, refine flavor, and maximize oven space. But the growth of My Neighbor’s Bread, Co. was never a solo effort. Along the way, she leaned heavily on the support of her family and partner, who embraced the flour covered counters, late night baking marathons, and ever growing presence of bread in their home.
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ARTICLE BY KATE MANZ PHOTOGRAPHY BY POPPY & CO. BY KELSEY HUFFER
“I’m incredibly appreciative of having a partner and family who are willing to take on my chaos,” Lisa says. “There is flour and bread everywhere all the time.”
Friends and neighbors soon became an informal tasting community, offering feedback on texture, salt, and crumb. When neighbors began insisting on paying for the loaves they loved, the project naturally shifted from a personal practice to a shared one. As word spread, people began referring to it simply as my neighbor’s bread. The name stuck, and Lisa officially registered as a cottage baker in Louisville.
The community chest itself grew out of both necessity and trust. “As a working parent, I couldn’t realistically stand somewhere selling bread,” Lisa says. “The honor system made sense. I bake, I stock the chest, and I trust the community.”
That trust has been met with honesty and care. Even before a lockbox was installed, people left cash untouched inside the chest. While Lisa experiences a small percentage of unpaid loaves each week, she views it with compassion rather than frustration.
Asked why the Friday drops sell out so quickly, Lisa believes the answer is layered. “I hope the bread itself is good,” she says.
“But I think people also come for the ritual. For the connection. Sometimes neighbors run into each other while picking up a loaf. Sometimes a parent grabs bread after school drop off and it just makes the day easier.”
In a culture that often feels rushed and transactional, sourdough demands patience. “You cannot rush fermentation,” Lisa explains. “You have to feel the process. The dough, the timing, the bake. Offering something slow and intentional is my way of inviting people to pause.”
Bake days unfold over several days, woven between work, family, and school schedules. Her eight year old son often helps stock the chest and has even created his own neighborhood delivery service. “It’s become something we do together,” Lisa says.
For now, Lisa is intentional about keeping the bakery a side passion. “I ask myself every week if I still love it,” she says. “So far, the answer is always yes.”
And when someone lifts a loaf from the chest and carries it home, her hope is simple. “I want them to feel comforted,” she says. “Like they’re bringing home something made with care and intention.”
To pick up a loaf for yourself, visit the corner of Dahlia and Mahogany in Louisville and follow along on Instagram @myneighborsbreadco.
“Sometimes a loaf of bread just makes the day a little easier.”
ARTICLE BY LEON CORN
RESTAURANT, OH RESTAURANT— HOW DO WE LOVE THEE…..
The word restaurant comes from the French word restaurer. Literally, it means to restore, therefore by lovely default, making those who work in restaurants... restorers. Famed NYC restaurateur Danny Meyer said he works in restaurants for the “rich and varied experiences,” calling it the “’hospitality box’ that allows people to create strong emotional skills like optimism, empathy, and work ethic, and build genuine human connection.” Anthony Bourdain said he cooked because “it was the purest way to give pleasure and connect with people, offering instant gratification and creating a noble and honorable pursuit of excellence, even if physically grueling.“
From all accounts and angles, running a restaurant seems to be both a challenging and physically grueling pursuit, especially in today’s economic time and place, especially in Boulder, Colorado. COVID left a nasty hangover that seems to be lingering. The hunkering down into comfy couches in front of giant TV screens during the
pandemic taught normally adventurous and curious people how to order food delivery, watch movies, and kick it at home—much to the utter thrill and delight of Netflix and DoorDash, among others. In the restaurants, a lot of the amazing veteran servers, classic barkeeps, and long-time kitchen talent who recognized us when we walked in the door, knew where we wanted to sit and how we liked our many things cooked, poured, and served, have since left the industry entirely. And Colorado now sits as the #1 state in the country with declining restaurant visits year over year, one of the highest minimum wages in the US, lovingly paired with property tax and commercial rental rates at an all-time high.
If you read Reddit, Facebook, or NextDoor, you can’t avoid people complaining about parking and increasing meter rates, safety, trash, and the general dissatisfaction of the current town management and council around their support and higher standards of our retail districts. And the number of
restaurants closing is outpacing the number of restaurants opening in the last few years, especially in nearby Denver.
So, it’s tough to say why restaurant people are still grinding it out, trying to find some sunshine through the clouds. Continuing day in and day out to get it clean, build it up, prepare for the day, and open the doors. Probably because they love what they do. They love the role they play in the community. They love the thread they add and the vitality they create in the noble and honorable pursuit of excellence, and the genuine human connection they receive from the effort. Restaurants make a town a town, generating jobs with a new generation of young lovers of true hospitality who are gaining life skills and work ethic, creating meeting and gathering spaces, building daily memory castles, and most importantly, inviting everyone and anyone to come in, relax, and restore. Visit a restaurant nearby soon, I bet they will be thrilled beyond your very own belief to see you.
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Jill Adler Grano's Thoughtful Picks for a Meaningful February 14
ocal ake A ON VALENTINE’S DAY
Jill Adler Grano is a longtime Boulderite, former City Councilwoman, and residential realtor with milehimodern. A champion of local businesses and affordable housing, she’s passionate about the people and places that make Boulder vibrant, welcoming, and worth loving. For Valentine’s Day, Jill shares a thoughtful collection of locally rooted gifts and experiences—each one reflecting her belief that the most meaningful expressions of love are built through community, creativity, and connection.
SALIHAH MOORE EARRINGS FROM CEDAR & HYDE
"This gift brings together the work of two of my closest friends—Christie Lambert of Cedar & Hyde and Salihah Moore’s phenomenal beadwork. I wear these earrings almost daily and am constantly asked where they’re from. Honestly, anything from Cedar & Hyde feels like a small love letter to Boulder."
STACKING RING BY AVERY LEE
"This stacking ring is one of my favorite gifts to give and receive. Avery’s jewelry carries a quiet magic—beautiful on its own, but even better collected over time, marking moments, memories, and love year after year."
SCULPTURE BY CAROLINE DOUGLAS
"Anything made by Caroline Douglas feels like a true heirloom. Her work is imaginative, deeply meaningful, and rooted in mythology, healing, and play—art that feels genuinely alive and transformative."
CULINARY ADVENTURE WITH PEGGY MARKEL
“For someone ready to go all in on love and memory-making, a Peggy Markel Culinary Adventure is unmatched—opening doors to culture, community, and connection in a way only decades of trust and curiosity can create.”
FOOD LAB EXPERIENCE AT FOOD LAB BOULDER
“There’s nothing better than spending time together while supporting local businesses. Food Lab, created by my friend Casey Easton, is my favorite date-night experience in Boulder—thoughtfully curated, delicious, and endlessly fun.”
SCARF FROM GYPSY JEWEL
"A scarf from Gypsy Jewel is more than a gift—it’s a story. Maruta, the heart behind this Boulder treasure, has built decades-long relationships with artists around the world, and every piece carries that wisdom and warmth."
jill adler grano real estate + housing expert
With two decades of housing and real estate experience in professional, political and academic settings, Jill brings a level of knowledge and expertise that is rare in the industry. Jill’s skill and tenacity in negotiation and unparalleled work ethic ensure that clients can rest easy at night and focus on the things that matter. Whether helping buyers find their dream home or expertly marketing on behalf of sellers, Jill works closely with her clients to ensure their real estate goals are met with the utmost professionalism and attention to detail.
client love
Jill is the best agent I have ever worked with — and I used to be an agent! She is smart, competent, organized, professional, knowledgable, strong and a pleasure to work with. I can’t say enough good things about her and would recommend her highly to sellers and buyers.”
// margaret
February Around Town
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MUSIC BEHIND THE MOVIES OF THE SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL
The Boulder Symphony Orchestra explores the powerful role music plays in film at Music Behind the Movies of the Sundance Film Festival. Presented by the Sundance Film Festival, this live concert highlights the unforgettable scores behind iconic Sundance films, revealing how composers shape emotion, tension, and storytelling. For tickets, go to BoulderSymphony.org
CU SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AND CHAMBER ORCHESTRA
The University Symphony Orchestra and Chamber Orchestra perform a diverse program of classical and large-scale orchestral works, featuring standout student musicians and reflecting the ensembles’ strong tradition of collaboration, artistry, and performance excellence. For tickets and details, visit CUPresents.org
11th
CU PRESENTS VERSA-STYLE STREET DANCE
Versa-Style Street Dance Company brings its high-energy production
Rooted Rhythms to Macky Auditorium, blending street and social dance styles such as waacking, popping, house, and Afro-Latin traditions. Rooted in the diverse experiences of LA’s BIPOC communities, the performance combines choreography and freestyle into a dynamic celebration of global street dance culture. For tickets and details, visit CUPresents.org
12th
THE RECORD COMPANY WITH JONTAVIOUS WILLIS
The Record Company brings its Give It Back To You 10th Anniversary Tour to the Aggie Theatre, joined by special guest Jontavious Willis. Expect a night of gritty blues-rock energy and soulful performances. Tickets and details at Z2Ent.com
25th - 26th
A FOOD LAB VALENTINE’S
Food Lab Boulder hosts Valentine’sthemed cooking classes throughout the week, inviting guests to create a celebratory, flavor-forward menu perfect for date night or a dinner party with friends. The hands-on classes blend classic dishes with creative twists, emphasizing bold spices, seasonal ingredients, and a fun, social atmosphere.
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RAISING ADOLESCENTS IN A COMPLEX WORLD
Boulder Country Day School hosts an evening parent talk with Dr. Toya Holiday, focused on what middle schoolers need most to thrive. Drawing on research and real-world experience, the conversation explores belonging, confidence, and the environments that help adolescents grow, connect, and succeed. Registration at BoulderCountryDay. org/ParentEducation.
DANIEL DONATO’S COSMIC COUNTRY
Daniel Donato brings his high-energy Cosmic Country sound to the Boulder Theater for two nights of genre-blending Americana, rock, and roots music. Known for virtuosic guitar work and an adventurous, road-tested band, Donato delivers a live show that’s equal parts twang, groove, and exploration. For tickets and details, visit Z2Ent.com
26th
SPARROW SMITH & THE RESONANT ROGUES WITH
SAM KIND
Sparrow Smith brings her evocative blend of Appalachian roots, banjo, accordion, and dance-inspired rhythms to the Chautauqua Community House. Joined by The Resonant Rogues and special guest Sam Kind, the KGNU-presented concert highlights Smith’s richly textured songwriting and deep ties to old-time traditions. For tickets and more information, visit Chautauqua.com
27th
BROOKLYN LAUNDRY PRESENTED BY BETC
The Boulder Ensemble Theatre Company presents the regional premiere of Brooklyn Laundry by John Patrick Shanley at the Dairy Arts Center. Both funny and deeply human, the play follows three sisters and a laundromat owner as they navigate love, family obligations, and the unexpected turns of adulthood in a sharp, romantic story that balances wit with emotional depth. For tickets and more information, visit BETC.org.
