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Last Saturday, Gunbarrel's Beyond the Mountain Brewing Company celebrated its fourth anniversary. The brewery, known for a love of both craft beer and music, had both on site for the event with a pair of performances by Danny Evans and jam band The Jauntee. In honor of the milestone and in keeping with the cooler season, the taproom brewed and served a S'mores Stout as a special release Anniversary Ale. It was smooth, with flavors of chocolate, creamy marshmallow, and graham cracker nuttiness. E...
Meals on Wheels ((MOW) provides so much more than hot food to its clients in Longmont and Niwot. The organization also provides wellness checks, and because of those checks, they were inspired to start an emergency pet assistance program. "A few years ago we had a few clients over the course of a couple years who did not want to go to the hospital on paramedics' suggestions," said Katherine Wiser, the Longmont MOW development and communications director. "And the reason was that they didn't know...
Grief is a difficult thing. On one hand, we're often told to go through the stages, heal and move on. But on the other hand, it's not clear how long those stages "should" last, and we can be pressured to feel as though the healing is complete before we're ready. What I love about Niwot resident Ellen Haswell's book, "A Little Book of Words for Those Who Grieve,'' is that the whole book takes you through the process, and while it's a short read, it feels like you can take your time. With only 59...
Meet Kody and Kenny! These 2 handsome Lab mixes are nearly identical brothers! These pups are both about 11 months old and just the sweetest little pups you could ever imagine. They are gentle with people/kids and other dogs alike. They can be adopted together or separately. These sweet boys love attention and really just want a loving home to call their own. If you are interested in these pups or any other animals in our foster care, please visit farfels.com or call (303)443...
On Dec. 12, Niwot Wheel Works hosted the 2nd annual Gingerbread House decorating contest, sponsored by local realtor Deborah Read Fowler. The 2021 contest attracted a total of 44 entries. On Dec. 11, each contestant received a plain, pre-made house, baked and assembled by professional baker Joan Grunzweig of Joan's Petit Sweets, a former runner-up in the Good Housekeeping national contest. The participants then had about 24 hours to decorate their house for the official competition. Grunzweig...
On Saturday, Dec. 11, Niwot Jewelry (300 2nd Avenue) opened its doors to young shoppers looking for that special something to put under the tree for mom. Items on offer included necklaces, earrings, and bracelets, priced for the littlest of shopping budgets....
Thank you to all who participated in this year's Holiday Window Display Competition! All of the beautiful displays helped to usher in an abundance of holiday cheer! Walking the streets of this little town was made that much more magical with all of the twinkling, festive décor. The votes have been tallied (and the list has been checked twice!) and the winners are: - 1st Place: Few of a Kind Vintage + Mercantile - 2nd Place: Belle Terre Floral - 3rd: Fly Away Home Decor And let's not forget...
Niwot's largest and most enchanting holiday display is officially switched on for the season. The annual eye-popping tradition that is Chuck Rodgers' yard atop the hill on 79th Street just south of Highway 52 will be glowing every night until Jan. 6. For over 30 years, the joyful and extravagant display has rung in the holiday season like none other in the area. It's also the perfect COVID-free, no-charge family holiday highpoint. Amongst the thousands of lights, hundreds of inflatable and...
Meet Robert. This sweet senior is an expert at making all of those around him feel right at home! Robert adores being with people of all ages and is happiest when he is with those that he cares about most. This social, 8-year-old fellow enjoys taking leisurely walks, curling up on the couch and generally being involved with what is going on around him. Call (303)772-1232 for more information about Robert or come in for a visit with this delightful dog today!...
As the Christmas carol goes, it's beginning to look a lot like ... well ... not exactly Christmas. Or at least not a wintery December, as Niwot has yet to see any significant snow accumulation this season.. That, along with unseasonably warm temperatures, has residents wondering if winter will ever show up. And while Colorado's warm weather and dry conditions could easily change at the drop of a hat (as the saying goes, if you don't like the weather, wait five minutes) the longer-term consequenc...
Families in search of a live Christmas tree have their pick of options, but each December many find themselves at Creekside Nursery's Christmas Tree lot at 95th Street and Niwot Road. "We draw new people every year, but we've also had a lot of repeat customers, some even from out of state." said co-owner and Niwot High graduate Shannon Von Eschen, who spoke between helping shoppers at the end of a busy weekend day. The lot provides a range of both Colorado native varieties as well as those from...
The seasonal festivities continued in Niwot on Dec. 4-5, with the first of two weekends of the Niwot Holiday Market, a shopping fair with more than 30 pop-up vendors in Cottonwood Square and on 2nd Avenue. Items on sale ranged from homemade lotions, to specialty foods, to clothing, and more. The fun continues on Dec. 11-12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit niwot.com/events....
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the latest first measurable snowfall (0.5") in Boulder was November 26, 1910 (although the records prior to 1948 are suspect). The latest first snowfall since 1948 (considered to be more accurate) is November 17, 2016. Either way we are past both dates. On average, Boulder receives 18 inches of precipitation per year. While Boulder has received 20.2" of precipitation thanks to a very wet 2021 spring, since August, Boulder...
In 2020, charitable giving rose to an all-time high in the U.S., even as many Americans struggled with uncertainty and disruptions. While that is good news for the nation's non-profit organizations, the unfortunate reality is that much of the bounty went to high profile causes and groups, leaving small and locally-focused charities scrambling to make up for lost fundraising opportunities. As 2021 comes to a close, many of those groups could still use some help to balance the scales. "There are a... Full story
It's December so gingerbread house decorating is easy to find in seasonal magazines and televised baking shows. Constructing them can be difficult and the best ones stand out because of their creator's use of candy, icing and sprinkles. Now the decorating skills of Niwot's community are being put to the test with the return of Niwot's annual Gingerbread House Decorating Contest. Local realtor Deborah Reed Fowler, of DRF Real Estate LLC, Colorado Landmark Realtors, created the contest last year...
Jane Austen, by way of the character Caroline Bingley said, "I declare after all there is no enjoyment like reading." This is a sentiment shared by many bookworms and writers alike, and it's also a sentiment expressed by a few of the authors at the Wandering Jellyfish's holiday author fair last Saturday. Instead of the formal book readings the shop has previously hosted, Saturday was an opportunity for authors to connect with their readers, chat with customers and sign books. There, local...
The weather may not have been very Christmas-like, but there was nonetheless plenty of holiday cheer at Niwot's annual holiday parade on Saturday, Nov. 26. This year's procession featured Elsa from the popular Frozen movie franchise, a menagerie of animals, classic cars, singing elementary school students, a Chinese dragon, and much, much more. Santa arrived riding on the bed of Longmont Rural's Old Engine No. 10, and then held court at Left Hand Grange. Roving carolers and the Niwot Community...
Let the merriment begin! On Friday, Nov. 26, the 2021 holiday season officially got underway in Niwot with the 21st annual Enchanted Evening. Hundreds of revelers packed 2nd Avenue and Cottonwood Square, looking for bargains or just some festive fun. Click here to see more photos from Niwot's Enchanted Evening...
Heatherwood resident David Joseph Waters, age 39, was arrested and charged with attempted second-degree murder after Boulder County Sheriff’s officers responded to a report of a road rage shooting at around 6:50 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 24 near the south entrance to the Heatherwood subdivision off 75th Street in Gunbarrel. Dispatchers received a report from a caller that another driver shot at him with a handgun as the caller was passing him. A news release from the sheriff’s department indicated that deputies responding found a bullet hole in...
Meet Noodle! Noodle is a 3 and a half year old Black Lab. Noodle is on the small end, weighing in at just 18lbs. However, she is FULL of personality! Noodle loves walks and being outdoors. She is looking for an active family and home to call her own. Noodle also loves the company of other 4 legged friends and would be happy to just romp and play all day! When the day is done and the sun is setting, you can find Noodle curled up somewhere ready for bed. If you are interested in meeting Noodle or...
Many see libraries as central fixtures of a community, but many also simply see libraries as buildings that house books and movies. Libraries have the opportunity to provide so much more than that. Oakland, Calif., has a tool library, where people can rent out equipment; Memphis, Tenn's central library, which is a National Medal Winner, has a studio called CLOUD901. This studio boasts professional grade lighting, film and editing equipment which is available to the community, specifically...
Since 1993, the Niwot Historical Society has been on a mission to collect, preserve, and share memories from the town's rich and storied past, which stretches back nearly 150 years. Starting Saturday, Nov. 27, you can help support that mission and check an item off of your holiday to-do list with the purchase of a limited edition Niwot greeting card, featuring original artwork and a short lesson in local history. "The original watercolor paintings of a Niwot location have been donated for our...
Weather-wise, it might not feel much like the December holidays are approaching, but halls, walls, and windows are being decked all around Niwot in preparation for the upcoming Niwot Holiday Magic celebration, happening over the next three weekends. The fun kicks off on Friday, Nov. 26 with the 21st annual Enchanted Evening, followed by the holiday parade on Nov. 27, and the Niwot Holiday Market on Dec. 4,5, 11 and 12....
Celebrating the dark days of winter includes bringing in a few houseplants, and stores are filled with holiday foliage. Pick up a poinsettia - they're a treat for the eyes - then look at some of the other festive indoor plants. Small pines, aromatic mini-trees, and flowering cacti are the perfect touch for your décor. When the tag says, "Place in bright indirect light," it means closely in front of, but not touching, an east or west facing window or one foot away from a south facing window....
I guess it's that time of year to make sure everyone is ready for the impending snow season. This is mostly a list of making sure you haven't taken anything out of your vehicles that you may need when you are traveling this winter. Let's go over the basics. Are your tires in good condition and do they have at least 3/16th inch of tread as required? I know you don't take these out of your vehicle, but do you usually run snow tires during the winter? It's a good time to get ready and make sure...
Meet Jake. This fun-loving seven-year-old fellow loves people of all ages and is looking for his new forever family through Longmont Humane Society right now! Jake has an easy going and endearing personality and enjoys going on walks, playing with his toys and being with his favorite people. Jake is looking for a home where he can be the only beloved pet though this loving boy will provide all of the kindness and companionship you could possibly need. Interested in learning more about Jake?...
The Niwot and Gunbarrel areas have their share of exceptionally talented chefs, some of whom have just opened or expanded restaurants in the past year. Each has expressed appreciation for working out of this community and serving those who live here. As a thank you, they've provided some of their favorite recipes as a gift for readers who might want to try something new for their Thanksgiving meal. Potato Jurasien Pie from Christine Carr of TipTop Pies This recipe is not only decadent and...
More than 550 lions, tigers, bears, and other carnivores call 800 acres on The Wild Animal Sanctuary (TWAS) just outside of Keenesburg their forever home. It's the first and longest operating facility of its kind in the world. Niwot, where Liz Stroh-Coughlin lives, is just 45 minutes from this incredible zoological non-profit facility. A Colorado native who lived in Los Gatos, Calif for 32 years, Stroh-Coughlin decided to make Niwot her family's home two-and-a-half years ago when she and her...
October 2021 marked the one year anniversary for the Little Shops at Niwot (7960 Niwot Rd., Suite D-15), a unique small business collaboration that began life last year as the Little Holiday Shops at Niwot. And though the storefront has rebranded and moved across the shopping center, the business, which functions as a type of co-op for local artists and vendors, has continued to see success. "When you think about it, there were a lot of pop-up vendors who lost their opportunity to do farmer's...
When she was five years old, Ana Maria Hernando knew she wanted to be an artist. "I just love drawing and painting and I love the sensation of being lost in creating," she said. Hernando was born in Argentina, studied at the National School of Fine Arts and eventually moved to Berkeley, Calif. to continue her studies. Now living in Niwot, she has been a Colorado resident for more than 20 years. Since then, Hernando has been a professional artist, dabbling in painting, sculpture, poetry,...
The Italian restaurant in Niwot, currently known as Pinocchio's Incredible Italian, will soon have a new name according to Kelsey DeBoard, who co-owns the restaurant with her husband Joe. "I think the name is going to be a family name," Kelsey DeBoard said. "The family name is Cimmini," she said, but there's an argument among family members as to whether it has one "m" or two. The name change and rebranding comes about as a result of the recent SEC Consent Decree involving Pinocchio's founder...
There's a meme which depicts two paths as to what your road of life may look like. One path shows a straight line going up at a steep angle labeled "What you thought your life would be like." The other path shows lots of spaghetti-like lines with the caption "What your life is really like." Gunbarrel resident Mike Hamers knows these two sides very well. What he's learned is when the road of life gets complicated, a map, dictated by the healing power of art, showed him the way home. The Kenosha,...
When it's time to purchase holiday gifts this year, you can always pull out your keyboard and order gifts from Amazon or purchase something from a chain retailer at the mall. But local stores here have a lot to offer. When you buy from area retailers you'll find gifts you can't get anywhere else in the world, and the money you spend stays in the community, something that's needed by many as they recover from the lingering impacts of the pandemic. Local food restaurants and purveyors Niwot and...
The 2021 holiday shopping season is just around the corner and, conveniently, you don't have to go much farther than that to start it off right. On Friday, Nov. 26, the Niwot Business association kicks off three weekends of downtown festivities with the 21st edition of Enchanted Evening, featuring Christmas traditions gone-by. "Niwot really comes alive during the holidays," NBA Vice President and event co-organizer Deborah Read Fowler said. "We're so excited for the tree lighting, Santa, the par...
On the night of Sunday, Nov. 14, westerly wind gusts up to 56 miles per hour battered parts of Boulder County, including these unfortunate trees near the intersection of Niwot Road and Peppertree Drive. It also made a mess on Murray Street, as the La Musette food truck was nearly surrounded by tumbleweeds....
On Thursday, Nov. 11, Longmont's annual Veterans Day parade made its way down Main Street to honor those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Starting at 11:11 a.m., the parade featured marching bands from seven local high schools, including Niwot High, as well as marchers from local car clubs, chapters of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), the American Legion, and the Daughters of the American Revolution, fronted by Niwot's own Patty Strecker. It was the first time since 2018 that the...
Isabella Steiner, a senior at Niwot High School, is shown competing with her horse Hazel. Isabella has been named 2021 Grand Champion of the Children's Jumping Division for the Colorado Hunter Jumper Association. She will be competing in Las Vegas later this month for a national title from the United States Hunter Jumper Association....
Meet Vidalia. This petite one-year-old kitty is affectionate and social and will make a delightful addition to your cat-loving household. Vidalia has a curious personality and will likely get along well with another cat given time as well as a polite dog in her new home. Learn more about Vidalia at www.longmonthumane.org or come in for a visit with this adorable young cat today!...
Hundreds of Canada geese take off from the mowed fields around Dodd Reservoir where they have spent the day browsing for food. The evening sky is going purple after a clear day. Some of these geese make a fuss, honking as they take off. Others silently glide away, the turmoil of a disordered flock resolving into a giant V-formation that disappears into the distance. But where are they going? According to the Audubon Society, in North America, seven out of 10 bird species participate in either a...
As part of the effort to update the town's five-year strategic plan, the Niwot Local Improvement District Advisory Committee invited leaders from more than a dozen local community organizations to a round table discussion at the Left Hand Grange on Nov. 2 to discuss how to prioritize tax revenues over the coming years and encourage cooperation among the groups on community projects. Among the groups represented were the Niwot Business Association, Niwot Community Association, the Rotary Club of...
A crowd of almost 100 gathered at the intersection of Franklin Street and Second Avenue on Sunday, Nov. 7, to honor veterans of the U.S. armed forces, including some 44 veterans with local connections featured on banners hung throughout the Niwot business district. The Niwot Community Semi-Marching Free Grange Band, under the direction of Debbie Benson, began with a selection of John Philip Sousa marches and other tunes, including Yankee Doodle Boy, Respect, The Thunderer, America, Stars &...
I always talk a lot about seatbelts, and how they save lives. Using your seatbelt is quite simple, you grab the strap, pull it over you and click the buckle. It makes sure you survive in a crash. But when it comes to securing your little ones in car seats, they are often installed improperly. It's really no fault of parents that child safety seats are not as secure as they should be. Today's car seats are complicated. That is why there is help out there for any parents, grandparents, or guardian...
A weather curiosity made its way to Niwot last week, and, fortunately, reader Jim Thomas and his faithful companion Archie were there to see it. Even more fortunately, Thomas snapped a photo and sent it in, along with this charming explanation: "Mother nature regularly conjures up Wind Witches (Salsola tragus) and transports them across the plains to various places, albeit briefly. But rarely does one take up residence under a Maple tree in full foliage at precisely the time when its leaves...
This sweet and smart eight-year-old fellow is looking for his perfect match, could it be you? Barley is a bright and mature dog that has excellent obedience skills including advanced leash manners as well as the ability to follow "sit", "down'' and "place" commands on cue. Barley loves his treats and will get very wiggly when he is especially pleased or excited. He is looking for a home where he can be the only beloved pet and would appreciate a family with high school age or older children,...
Niwot got a little spooky last Saturday, as costumed revelers of all ages flocked to Cottonwood Square and then filled 2nd Avenue for the town's Annual Great Pumpkin Party. Although nearby Longmont held its own parade at the same time, locals were eager to enjoy the local celebration, and did so with perfect weather. Moderate temperatures and blue skies set the tone with large red, gold and brown leaves still on many of Niwot's enormous trees or crunching underfoot. Beginning at the parking lot...
Niwot realtor Pat Murphy presented the 2021 Golden Hammer Award to long-time Niwot volunteer Julie Breyer at the Great Pumpkin Party Oct. 30. In presenting the award, Murphy noted that Breyer was first employed as a waitress at Rev Taylor's Restaurant shortly after moving to Niwot in 1986. She later became a third-grade teacher at Niwot Elementary School, where she currently teaches. Breyer has also been a volunteer for many organizations in Niwot, including the Niwot Community Association,...
You're likely to have noticed this month's Familiar Face, Dr. Jess Johnson, DVM, eating at a local restaurant, browsing in local stores, riding her bike, and on the job at Left Hand Animal Hospital on Franklin Street. She's a quintessential Niwotian because she and her husband are raising their daughter in Niwot and she works in town too. The Courier asked Johnson a few questions to find out about her background and to get to know her better. Left Hand Valley Courier (LHVC) - Where are you from...
Meet Disney! Disney is a one-year-old boxer mix who is looking for a friendly home to call his own. Disney is great with other four-leggeds and two-leggeds as well. As you can imagine, he is very active and loves to run and play! However, once he's all worn out, he loves a good cuddle session on the couch. Disney is currently being fostered through Boulder's own, Farfels Farm. To meet Disney or any of our other fosters, please visit farfels.com or call (303)443-7711....
Birds are the only wildlife that Colorado Parks and Wildlife regulations allow homeowners to feed in the winter. It's not a good idea to feed birds year-round as you train them to rely on humans (you) for their food instead of foraging on their own, plus feeding can be an easy way for diseases to spread. If you aren't able to continue feeding them or you are on vacation for any length of time, they may struggle to find food. If there aren't any plants nearby, they must fly around until they can...
Niwot's tireless care package warriors received this message after a box of Halloween goodies from Niwot found its way to a group of hungry soldiers. Niwot Patriotic Cookie Moms, Thank you so much for your care packages! We received them today. I have attached a picture of the lucky few who got first pick at the boxes. Right after this picture was taken, word spread that we had homemade cookies. They were gone in a matter of minutes. It was the highlight of our week out here. The pictures of...
