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Ecotech Institute, the first and only college focused entirely on preparing America’s workforce for careers in renewable energy and sustainability, received accolades as a finalist for the Colorado Cleantech Industry Association’s National Cleantech Leadership Award on October 22.…

The 2012 Blue Sky Velo Cup will once again provide exciting cyclocross racing for everyone. 

Located on the legendary Xilinx campus, this year’s course is sure to offer nonstop excitement for both spectators and  racers alike!

Join in the fun, or watch as racers spring over barriers, trudge through sand-pits and charge over run-ups, obstacles sure to test the racer’s physical, technical and mental abilities—excitement for everyone at every twist and turn!…

The Center for Productive Longevity (CPL), which serves as the bridge between older people and opportunities for them to continue in productive activities, is hosting its fourth meeting in the “Spotlight on Entrepreneurship Opportunities for Baby Boomers” series on Thursday, November 15. This meeting, which is the final stop in the series, will be held at University College on the University of Denver campus.…

Ecotech Institute, the first and only college focused entirely on preparing America’s workforce for careers in renewable energy and sustainability, has named Chris Gorrie as the school’s new Academic Dean. Gorrie began at Ecotech as an instructor in 2010 and most recently served as the program…

Fall is in full swing with winter just around the bend. And while the weather might start to get frightful, that doesn’t mean running outside can’t be delightful—thanks to FastForward Sports’ Holiday Program.

For the past eight years, the FastForward Sports Holiday Program has helped Boulder and Denver runners stay in shape and keep off the pounds during the holiday season when the days get shorter, the temperatures get colder… and the meals get bigger.

“The…

3^rd annual fundraiser benefits A Kid’s Place, October 13, 2012

October 12, 2012 – Greeley, CO – Coyote’s Southwestern Grill is proud to support A Kid's Place, home of the Weld County Child Advocacy Center and the CASA Program, by competing in this year’s “Top Chef Northern Colorado” on Saturday, October 13^th, 2012 at the Island Grove…

BOULDER, COLORADO – October, 9th 2012 Glider pilots from the Soaring Society of Boulder (SSB) have flown over 86,800 miles (almost 3.5 times around the World) this year hoping to become the highest ranked soaring club in the nation. Fifty one pilots flew 637 cross country flights during the soaring year which started in October 2011 and ended 52 weeks later in October 2012.…

When it comes to modern Colorado weddings, that old standard of reheated stale food from a farm located 1500 miles away and the tired options of chicken or fish simply won't do. Environmentally conscious couples and foodies alike are now opting for locally grown, fresh, and organic options in their wedding reception cuisine, and caterers are hearing them loud and…

When you step on that field knowing that everything you worked for comes down to one game, you get that realization:

This is what it's all about, and this is why the game was made.... “unknown”

In Colorado, there are two tournaments that are the Platinum standard for soccer…

Define Defense is partnering up with Coach Meg from Spark Behavior Solutions to offer you a workshop about performance, motivation and learn how to master healthy habits for better results! This great workshop will take place at the Define Defense studio on November 15th from 6-7.30pm. 



Before the workshop, we will be offering a free TRX / Cross Training class from 5-6pm for our clients and all workshop attendees. 



$35 for DD members

$45 for non DD…

Define Defense is expanding! We will be adding kettle bell classes to our program soon and are also looking for an individual or company who wants to run Yoga or Pilates classes independently in our premium facility in Downtown Boulder!



Our studio has 1,040 square feet of mats, has a speaker system and has a wall of mirrors. It is a great spot for Yoga or Pilates classes so we are looking for someone who wants to run their own program in our facility. This person…

Define Defense now offers 4 week self defense courses on Fridays from 5-6pm. In these 4 classes, we go over:



- Self defense on the floor against a standing attacker

- Self defense against sexual assault

- Self defense against grabs, chokes and other forceful attacks

- Effective striking

- How to avoid dangerous situations

- How to maximize your chances of escape

- How to use pepper sprays (and other defense sprays)

- Vital points, body…

Thirty years ago, the UN did something wonderful. They declared Sept 21 of every year the International Day of Peace, or Peace Day for short.

I don't know how others celebrated this great day, but I found a way. Here's the story: 

War is unfortunately a constant in our world. From the unrest in the Middle East to the summer of violence we’ve experienced closed to home, violence impacts our children daily. 

For the past thirty-two years, the United Nations has…

Total Well-Being, the nation’s leading provider of performance-based corporate wellness, congratulates five of its clients for being named as 2012 Healthiest Employers by The Denver Business Journal. Honored at a luncheon on September 19, all five employers have developed and implemented comprehensive performance-based wellness programs in partnership with Total Well-Being.

Total Well-Being clients who were honored include:

• Small-sized…

LUNAFEST®, the traveling fundraising film festival, is dedicated to promoting awareness about women's issues, highlighting women filmmakers, and bringing women together in their communities. The Boulder, Colo. LUNAFEST will be on the big screen at the Boulder Theater on October 11, 2012. 

This year’s Boulder LUNAFEST is excited and proud to…

 I. Alan Appt’s New Book, “The Strength In Knowing” To Be Released October,2012  

The Truth Beyond Our Belief Systems and A Fresh Path Finding Love, Peace and…

Travis Wolcott races a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta GLI for the 3Zero3 Team.

BOULDER -- Race car driver Travis Wolcott capped an outstanding start to his professional career with a third-place finish Aug. 25 at the Sonoma Grand Prix. The Boulder resident started sixth in a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta GLI with Pirelli tires and quickly…

The Boy Scouts want you! Now is the time to experience the thrill of adventure as a part of Americas foremost youth program for boys—Boy Scouts. Come check out what our local Boy Scout Troops have to offer on October 4th at 7:00pm at the LDS Quail Building in Arvada (6460 Quail St).…