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Some of the most dramatic pieces of public art in Niwot are three works created by the gifted artist Eddie Running Wolf, who passed away last summer. Unfortunately the tree carvings aren't holding up well to the weather and other ongoing natural elements. Now, an effort is underway to preserve them and potentially reinstall them indoors. Work will start this week on the piece known as Spear Lodge Man. "I think Spear Lodge Man was the first carving that was done and it's been an iconic display...
"Service above self" is the motto of the Rotary Club International, and for Niwot Rotarian Thom Lynch, no one has embodied that more over the past 18 months than Tara Shaheen and Stacy Szydlek, co-owners of Niwot Tavern. On Aug. 5 at Rock & Rails, he presented the two with the club's third annual Community Achievement Award, given to members of the community "who have displayed a heart of service, dedication, and love for Niwot." "When they bought the Tavern in January 2020, they had big plans...
Many residents in the area are well acquainted with Geof Sparks due to his passions, the genuine way he connects with others in conversations, and also because he works at a very popular retail store in Niwot. Here are a few tidbits about Sparks which give us insight into the man behind the familiar face. Left Hand Valley Courier (LHVC) – How have you become a familiar face in Niwot? Geof Sparks (GS) - Most people know me as the evening face of Niwot Liquor where I've worked for over 16 y...
Niwot Community Association board members had a bit of a "green-storming" session at their August meeting. Niwot resident Terry Purcell approached the group with the suggestion that Niwot needs a community garden. "I've been talking to people as I work at the Niwot Market and everyone has been enthusiastic about the idea," he told NCA board members. "This could be a really wonderful social gathering place for the community." Purcell said he was bringing the idea to the NCA because of the...
National Night Out, an annual event bringing first responders and community members together, attracted more than 300 people to downtown Niwot on Tuesday, Aug. 3. Representatives from the Mountain View Fire Department, Boulder County Sheriff's Office, and other emergency agencies were on hand with equipment demonstrations, safety advice, and even some hands-on activities. Attendees enjoyed free hot dogs, burgers, root beer and ice cream, while the Niwot Community Semi-Marching Free Grange Band...
Whether it's pumpkins and costumes or lederhosen and beer that come to mind when the words "October celebration" are mentioned, the Niwot Business Association has it covered. At its virtual monthly meeting on Aug. 3, the Niwot Local Improvement District advisory committee approved two funding requests from the group for events that will bring back autumn-themed fun to 2nd Avenue and Cottonwood Square. The LID board also discussed the projected 2022 budget, and bid goodbye to longtime member...
When local rockers Francis & the Wolf started recording their second album, the members had no idea that it would take four tumultuous years to finally come together. But, last week, the band finally released "Truth Be Told," a full-length album featuring 10 original songs that examine "the sweeping ups and downs of life." On August 13, the group is throwing a release party at Wibby Brewing that's a celebration both of the new album and of weathering the tragedy, heartbreak, and triumph that...
Boulder County Parks & Open Space is currently accepting entries for the 2021 Outdoor Creations Plein Air Art Show. This juried art exhibit will run from November 12 through December 30. Submitted artwork will be displayed at the Great Frame Up in Longmont. The 2021 art exhibit will focus on en plein air art or art created from observation in the outdoors. The en plein air technique or "working in the open air" is a style of painting where an artist leaves behind the four walls of the studio...
After winning two of its final three games last season, the Niwot softball team is primed for continued success in 2021. Head coach Bobby Matthews' Cougars return their ace pitcher and nearly all their offensive production with plenty to prove in the 4A Longs Peak League. Senior Ayva McComas has hit over .500 in each of her three previous seasons and will once again be a leader on the diamond. Matthews' "steady" senior shortstop was named an honorable mention to the All-State team last year and...
Mere weeks after coaching the Niwot girls golf team to a top-10 finish at the Class 4A state championships, seventh-year head coach Ed Weaver was back on the course with the Cougar boys, energized and looking forward to another successful season. "We're a young team, but we have potential going forward," he said during Niwot's season opener in Greeley on Aug. 9. "I think some of the younger guys are coachable. They're doing the right things to stay competitive, or get more competitive next...
Crews are wrapping up the final phase of Niwot High School's 2016 bond construction project, which includes a new covered entryway and new signs. The large bold lettering is meant to help visitors find the front entrance of the school, which Principal Eric Rauschkolb previously described as "nondescript." The project also includes two monument signs directing visitors to the athletic fields and other areas of campus....
Meet Carla! Carla is a 4 year old Kelpie/Corgi mix and just as cute as can be! Carla is SUPER sweet and just loves to lay in the sun and get pets ALL day! She is great around other dogs and also enjoys her 2-legged friends as well. Carla is looking for a forever home to call her own. She is currently being fostered through Farfel's Farm right here in Boulder. If you are interested in meeting Carla or any of the other pups in their care, please call Farfels Farm at (303)443-7711 or visit...
