Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Major partnership powers race weekend: Lululemon is now the multi-year title sponsor of Boulderthon in Boulder, bringing exclusive finisher apparel, a returning VIP experience, and running apparel for all racers, with registration open for 2026 -- read the full story.

Fresh concept from familiar faces: Pattern Break Brewing is taking over the former Sanitas brewery. Founded by Hoplark’s Dean Eberhardt and Sanitas co-founder Michael Memsic, it opens next month with food and inventive beers -- read the full story.

New support for safer homes: Boulder has launched the 2026 Wildfire Resilience Assistance Program, offering funding for property upgrades in high-risk areas, with expanded eligibility and a focus on risk, equity, and community impact -- get details on eligibility updates.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you've been on the same plan for years, you're probably paying way more than you need to. It's an easy bill to forget about, but switching could save you up to $1,000 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium to ~$60 a month - see how much you could save.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Rainy day MVP: Grandrabbit's Toy Shoppe is a Boulder staple since 1977 with educational toys, craft kits, books, and board games dialed for every age. When you need a last-minute birthday win or a rainy-day reset, their curated picks keep kids curious and locals sane.

Instant island vibes: Jungle is Boulder’s neighborhood rum bar pouring tropical drinks that taste like a quick vacation, no flight required. Slide in with a couple friends, order something icy or stirred, and let the good-vibes playlist do its thing... this week deserves a tiny umbrella.

Empanadas that hit home: Rincon Argentino is Boulder’s weeknight MVP for handmade empanadas, stacked milanesa sandwiches, and real-deal yerba mate. Pro tip, snag a mix par-baked or frozen for the freezer, then take all the credit when friends swing by and you magically 'already planned' dinner.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

🚶 Musical Hike @ Chautauqua Dining Hall | Monday (4/27) at 5:00 PM – Trade the treadmill for a two-mile musical hike at Chautauqua with naturalist Suzanne Michot and musician Laurie D, with history, flora, geology, and sing-alongs. Meet at Chautauqua Dining Hall, bring a $20 to $30 donation, and park on Baseline, the bus rests until May.

🐐 Baby Goat Bottle Feeding & Dairy Farm Tour @ Growing Gardens | Wednesday (4/29) at 11:00 AM – If your soul could use fewer errands and more bleats, head to Growing Gardens Goat Dairy for a behind-the-barn tour and bottle-feeding with the goat kids. It is wholesome, delightfully chaotic, and the only happy hour where everyone gets milk.

🛍 NoBo First Friday Market @ Thistle Community Gallery | Friday (5/1) at 6:00 PM – Nothing beats a First Friday wander through NoBo, where a pop-up market packs artists, makers, musicians, farmers, and chefs into an indoor and outdoor hangout, weather permitting. Shop local, sip, upgrade your walls and pantry, linger for neighborly chatter, kids in tow, patience optional.

💬 Free Comic Book Day @ Time Warp Comics and Games | Saturday (5/2) at 10:00 AM – Nothing beats Free Comic Book Day at Time Warp Comics, where the free stack is real, back issues are a dollar, and artists are cranking out sketches. Snag up to five freebies, check the Geek Garage rides, face paint, and balloons, refuel at plaza eateries.

🍽 Guided Tour with Food Historian @ The Museum of Boulder | Saturday (5/2) at 10:00 AM – Whether you remember Alfalfa’s or just survived the kale boom, let food writer John Lehndorff, who has covered Boulder for nearly 50 years, walk you through Boulder EATS! at the Museum of Boulder. Expect juicy backstory, local lore, and our journey from granola to gastronomy.

🐟 Derby Fish Fry @ American Legion Post 10 | Saturday (5/2) at 2:00 PM – Nothing says Derby day like a bottomless fish fry and a little friendly wagering, no fancy hat required. American Legion Post 10 has the races all day, with all-you-can-eat catfish, shrimp, onion rings, fries, and hushpuppies for $15, plus poker, craps, billiards, and backgammon.

🎸 Rumours: Fleetwood Mac Tribute and more @ The Fox Theatre | Saturday (5/2) at 8:00 PM – Feel like belting out your vinyl-era favorites without dealing with stadium chaos? Hit The Fox for Rumours, a spot-on Fleetwood Mac tribute, plus Colorado Springsteen bringing the Boss vibes. General admission, all ages, plenty of singalongs, and zero stadium parking meltdowns.

This mountain-elegant Boulder retreat sits two blocks from foothill trails on nearly an acre of lush, Aspen-inspired grounds with Silver Lake Ditch rights. Multiple patios, a private pool, and an elaborate playground anchor the backyard, and a dedicated kitchen generator stands ready. Inside, 20-foot vaulted ceilings, six fireplaces, dual primary suites, a studio apartment, and decks frame sweeping Flatirons vistas.