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Learn About Ghost Towns Near Boulder

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Ghost Towns of the Rockies

Learn about the Ghost Towns of the Rockies

Everyone has heard stories of ghost towns; towns long deserted because of unforeseen circumstances and strange occurrences, but not everyone has seen one. Well, Preethi Burkholder has and she is dying to tell you about it.

On November 17, Burkholder will be on hand to talk about the ghost towns that speckle the Wild West at the Carolyn Holmberg Preserve, south on CO-119 to the Denver Boulder Turnpike to Broomfield.

The program is  titled Ghost Towns of the Rockies after her book and will delve into the historical background and significance of these towns, pictures and first-hand experience from the author who has been there and researched it all. A book-signing will take place following the event.

Preethi Burkholder

Author Preethi Burkholder

This is the perfect event for kids,adults and seniors. In Boulder outdoor activities reign supreme, but when the winter months roll in great events like this take place; so enjoy them while they last and gather some really cool information.

If you’ve read Preethi’s book or simply want to know more about ghost towns, head down to the preserve for this free event and be sure to let us know about it on our Facebook page.

Photo via YMCA Rockies

Running For Brews Costume Contest In Boulder

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What’s better than exercising in the fresh air and grabbing a beer afterwards? Well, I can’t think of anything!

Every Tuesday at 6:15 p.m., Running for Brews meets at the Walnut Brewery, about eight miles from The Habitat south on the Diagonal Highway to US-36 and Canyon Boulevard.

Santa Claus and a man dressed as a present run

Join Running For Brews Boulder for their Halloween Costume Contest Run

The evening starts with a short 5K run/walk and then gathers together at the Walnut Brewery to enjoy some of the finest craft beers available in Colorado.

Essentially, you run the carbs off…then have fun putting them back on!

This brand new running club is still growing, and the more people that join, the more fun will be had by all. It’s sure to be fun on Oct. 30 when they hold a Halloween Costume Contest Run.

This is the first themed run and they’re still working on prizes, but categories for costumes include:

Best Dressed Overall
Best Dressed Male
Best Dressed Female
Sexiest
Scariest

The fun starts at 6 p.m. and for more information, questions, comments or ideas, send them an email.  Of course, if you know of other running groups or amazing races coming up that are located in the Boulder outdoors, feel free to share that information on our Facebook page.

Photo via The U.S. Army

Be Sure You’re Registered To Vote In Boulder

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If you are 18 and a legal US citizen living at The Habitat Apartments, this November it is imperative that you get out and make sure your voice is heard.

US Presidential Ballot Box

Are You Registered To Vote In Boulder?

In order to legally register for this year’s election, remember to submit your paperwork by Tuesday, October 9t to the Boulder County Clerk’s Office. You can e-mail a signed PDF or mail it to:

1750 33rd St.
Suite 200
Boulder, CO 80301

Also, remember that if you are new to the Boulder area, you must register here and not in the city where you used to live.

Finally, if you want to rely on facts and solid information about ballot measures and campaign finance reports, visit the Colorado Secretary of State to gather the details and facts on your own. This information is non-biased and non-partisan.

If you have any questions about the process or to ensure you’re registered, you can stop by the County Clerk’s Office south on Diagonal Highway to Arapahoe Avenue just north of the University of Colorado campus or give them a call at (303) 413-7740.

Photo via nirots