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Boulder Bounces Back After Winds and Outages, Embracing Solstice Spirit and Local Events
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Good morning, this is your Boulder Local Frequency for Saturday, December 20. After a wild week of high winds, power shutoffs, and close calls with fire, Boulder is bouncing back strong today, with Open Space and Mountain Parks reopening at 9 a.m. so you can hit the trails and breathe in that fresh foothill air, power permitting. Xcel Energy's second planned outage hit hard yesterday, affecting over 21,000 customers here amid 100-plus mph gusts that snapped power lines, toppled trees, and even damaged a Longmont climbing gym roof, but quick work by Boulder Fire-Rescue contained small blazes like the Euclid Avenue fence fire before they spread, keeping everyone safe. Lessons from last year's chaos paid off with better notices and prep, from senior homes like Frasier Meadows running generators for their holiday party to the wastewater plant staying online, though shelters served cold meals by headlamp. Now, with power restoring and a free downtown parking holiday through Christmas Eve to boost local shops and eateries hit by closures, the city is urging us to support our neighbors, because these outages highlight the real push for underground lines and grid fixes amid growing fire risks.
Shift into holiday cheer, folks, because today's packed with feel-good events that capture Boulder's vibrant spirit. Head to Fiske Planetarium at 7 p.m. for Solstice by Candlelight, a mesmerizing mix of seasonal music and ancient skywatching traditions during the longest night, tickets $20 for adults and $15 for youth, perfect for pondering the stars after our windy drama. Over in Longmont at Boulder County Fairgrounds, dive into the Last Chance Gift Fest starting at 10 a.m., with 170 vendors offering unique local finds till 6 p.m., a lifesaver for procrastinators wanting to snag artisanal treasures without the big-box rush. Avanti Food and Beverage on Pearl Street Mall hosts a Holiday and Craft Show, blending eats with handmade goodies amid the festive buzz. If you're pedaling strong, join Full Cycle's Saturday Road Ride at 9 a.m. for a group spin through recovering roads, waiver required. Music lovers, catch Uprooting Qahr with live tunes, film, and monologues at Junkyard Social Club from 3 p.m., channeling creative energy. And wrap up the Holiday Handmade Gift Market at Crystal Castle Beads, open till 3 p.m. with bracelet-making and free wrapping.
These events aren't just fun, they're lifelines connecting us after the storm, fueling local makers and reminding us why Boulder's community shines brightest in tough times. Stay safe out there, check road updates like closures on US 36, and embrace the solstice magic. This has been Boulder Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
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Shift into holiday cheer, folks, because today's packed with feel-good events that capture Boulder's vibrant spirit. Head to Fiske Planetarium at 7 p.m. for Solstice by Candlelight, a mesmerizing mix of seasonal music and ancient skywatching traditions during the longest night, tickets $20 for adults and $15 for youth, perfect for pondering the stars after our windy drama. Over in Longmont at Boulder County Fairgrounds, dive into the Last Chance Gift Fest starting at 10 a.m., with 170 vendors offering unique local finds till 6 p.m., a lifesaver for procrastinators wanting to snag artisanal treasures without the big-box rush. Avanti Food and Beverage on Pearl Street Mall hosts a Holiday and Craft Show, blending eats with handmade goodies amid the festive buzz. If you're pedaling strong, join Full Cycle's Saturday Road Ride at 9 a.m. for a group spin through recovering roads, waiver required. Music lovers, catch Uprooting Qahr with live tunes, film, and monologues at Junkyard Social Club from 3 p.m., channeling creative energy. And wrap up the Holiday Handmade Gift Market at Crystal Castle Beads, open till 3 p.m. with bracelet-making and free wrapping.
These events aren't just fun, they're lifelines connecting us after the storm, fueling local makers and reminding us why Boulder's community shines brightest in tough times. Stay safe out there, check road updates like closures on US 36, and embrace the solstice magic. This has been Boulder Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI