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Boulder County coffee shops and markets are raising prices as global coffee shortages drive costs to record highs. The Old Oak Coffeehouse in Niwot recently increased prices, adding about 50 cents to basic drinks such as drip coffee, espresso, and americanos. "This is a very sad, frustrating and frightening time for us," said Old Oak owners Michael Tomich and Patty Machen, who opened their shop at 136 Second Avenue in 2017. Their supplier, Boulder-based Silver Canyon Coffee, recently raised...
Road Closures There will be the following road closures along the CO 119 corridor during the week of Feb. 23 to March 1: • Between 63rd Street and 55th Street there will be a right lane closure on the southbound side of CO 119 for general maintenance from Monday, Feb. 24, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. • Between Jay and Airport Roads on Southbound CO 119 Monday, from Feb. 24, to Friday, Feb. 28, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., there will be shoulder closures. The Jay Road median at CO 119 will be closed from Feb. 28...
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Pickleball is a sport that is growing in popularity and venues are in high demand. With the planning stage now complete and the design stage in progress, Tom Watson Park will soon be home to eight pickleball courts and four new tennis courts. Boulder Parks and Recreation (BPR) is responding to the surging popularity of pickleball with plans to construct the new courts at Tom Watson Park on North 63rd Street across from Coot Lake, part of a multi-year strategy to expand the city's racket sports...
The Niwot Historical Society's first Now & Then Lecture Series for 2025 will feature Friends Peace Teams on Wednesday, Feb. 26, at 7 p.m. with the lecture, "Fort Chambers: A Call for Boulder to Reckon with our History and Build Right Relationships with Indigenous Peoples Today." The lecture will feature three presenters at Niwot Hall (formerly Left Hand Grange) who are a part of The Land Group of Right Relationships Boulder (RRB), Jerilyn DeCoteau, Paula Palmer, and Laurie Rugenstein. The Land...
As Niwot's Sesquicentennial approaches on March 30, 2025, the ad hoc committee charged with coordinating a year-long celebration is hard at work on everything from lectures, to birthday parties, to puzzles, to time capsules. The committee, first suggested by the Niwot Local Improvement District Advisory Committee and Kathy Koehler of the Niwot Historical Society, is comprised of members representing Niwot's many non-profit organizations, including the Niwot Business Association, the Niwot...
In 2021, a couple of years after moving to Niwot, Hope Doty finally had met enough crafters in the area to get a group together as she missed participating in the group she had founded when she lived in Texas. She followed through on her friend Annie Enger's advice to speak with the manager of The Wheel House, who at the time happened to be a knitter as well. The outcome was the formation of the crafting group called "Crafts and Hooch" which meets once a month, on Thursday evenings after 5:00...
Artist Bill Enyart's Valentine's Day "Artist in Action" event held on Feb. 14 brought artists and art connoisseurs together in Niwot Hall. Enyart is the current artist-in-residence at Niwot Hall and has various works displayed throughout the building. Enyart said, "My friend and leader of the Colorado Plein Air Artists of Colorado (PAAC - Boulder), Carolyn Bradley, was the first artist in residence at Niwot Hall and she reached out to me before the holidays about getting involved, and I thought...
Soup, Soup & More, a community favorite event, returns to Niwot United Methodist Church at 7405 Lookout Road in Gunbarrel on Saturday, Feb. 22, from 4 - 7 p.m. The event has been a community favorite for 27 years because there is no set entry price, patrons always run into someone they know, and it provides an easy opportunity for fellowship. Donations are welcome, and there are over 20 different types of hot soup presented along with drinks, salads, bread and dessert to enjoy. Repeat attendees...
Niwot area author Jennifer Svendsen discussed her supernatural tale, "Stranger to Myself," at a book signing at The Boulder Bookstore on Feb. 11. "Stranger to Myself, " published in January 2014, is about a character who lives in Niwot, switching bodies and lives with someone else in New York, trying to figure out her new identity, and coming to terms with her life. Limited copies were available at the signing, but her book is available at Barnes & Noble, Amazon, and at the Boulder Bookstore....
Local commuters and residents continue to feel the pain of simultaneous road closures associated not just with the CO 119 Safety, Mobility & Bikeway Project, but also with the additional Boulder County infrastructure work, including a sewage line replacement on 95th Street and two water line replacements at 63rd Street which also impact Jay Road. The latest closure that currently appears on the CDOT (Colorado Department of Transportation) website will occur on the Jay Road median that crosses...
Colorado House Bill 1169, known as “Housing Developments on Faith and Educational Land,” was introduced on Feb. 4, 2025, to the Colorado General Assembly by 14 Democrats as sponsors. It aims to make it easier to build housing on land owned by religious institutions, school districts, and state colleges or universities. The sponsors say the bill is part of an effort to address Colorado’s growing housing affordability crisis by allowing residential development on these properties, even if current zoning laws would not normally permit it. If pa...
Do you know people in the area who have something unusual in common? Like they have climbed all of Colorado’s fourteeners, they have jumped out of an airplane, they went to the same middle school in another state, they were in New York during 9/11, or they have a famous relative in common. That kind of thing. The Left Hand Valley Courier is launching a new feature called “Connections” to highlight the unusual things we have in common to better get to know one another. Send your connections with names and contact information to edito...
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Niwot Cultural Arts Association's Let's Wine About Winter event celebrated its eighth successful year this past Saturday, Feb. 8, from 1 - 5 p.m. in Cottonwood Square and old town Niwot's business district. The event invited locals and visitors to explore the unique shops and restaurants of Cottonwood Square and Second Avenue while they enjoyed tasting a variety of wine, beer, and other culinary offerings. Everyone was able to gather, share good conversation, and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere...
In what was the last official meeting for Niwot Local Improvement District Advisory Committee (LID) members Eric Bergeson and Jeff Knight, the LID approved three funding requests. Bergeson's term as the Niwot Business Association (NBA) representative expires at the end of February, and the county commissioners have already appointed newly elected NBA president Jim Ditzel as his replacement. Bergeson, who has served on the LID for five years, said, "It's been a privilege. I won't be a stranger."...
Changes are on the horizon for the Niwot Business Association (NBA) as several key officers prepare to step down, making way for new leadership in the spring of 2025. The term of current NBA President Eric Bergeson of The Wheel House will end and Bergeson has decided to step down from his leadership role. Jim Ditzel of Summit Commercial Real Estate will be the new president, having been elected after running unopposed for the position. Ditzel, a longtime NBA member, has already begun...
Do you know people in the area who have something unusual in common? Like they have climbed all of Colorado’s fourteeners, they have jumped out of an airplane, they went to the same middle school in another state, they were in New York during 9/11, or they have a famous relative in common. That kind of thing. The Left Hand Valley Courier is launching a new feature called “Connections” to highlight the unusual things we have in common to better get to know one another. Send your connections with names and contact information to edito...
This is the fourth article in a series on the Consortium of Cities, which recently addressed child care challenges in Colorado and Boulder County. The Boulder County Consortium of Cities (COC), which includes the cities of Longmont, Lafayette, Louisville, Boulder, and the Town of Erie, as well as non-voting Niwot representatives, convened on Dec. 4, 2024, to discuss the county's child care challenges. The City of Longmont presented its initiative to support the overlooked network of friends,...
Local artist Bill Enyart invited the community to join him while he creates his art at Niwot Hall for the first "Artist in Action" event at Let's Wine About Winter on Feb. 8. Enyart will continue to engage the community in his real time art creation on Feb. 14 from 1 - 5:00 p.m. and Feb. 28 from 5 - 8:00 p.m. where the public can experience his creative process firsthand. The highlight of the free series will take place on Valentine's Day when Enyart will be joined by a group of artists from...
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Do you know people in the area who have something unusual in common? Like they have climbed all of Colorado’s fourteeners, they have jumped out of an airplane, they went to the same middle school in another state, they were in New York during 9/11, or they have a famous relative in common. That kind of thing. The Left Hand Valley Courier is launching a new feature called “Connections” to highlight the unusual things we have in common to better get to know one another. Send your connections with names and contact information to edito...
First in a series of articles highlighting Niwot's 150-year history. The unincorporated community of Niwot was first platted in the Boulder County real estate records on March 30, 1875, almost 150 years ago. Now home to 4,306 individuals in the contiguous subdivisions, according to 2020 U.S. Census reports, the community was founded when Ambrose Murray and Porter M. Hinman filed a plat, laying out the lots, blocks, streets and alleys of what is now known as "Old Town" Niwot. But Niwot's history...
For her longstanding contributions and volunteer efforts in the Niwot Community, Anne Postle is the Courier's February Left Hand Laurel. "Niwot becomes your whole world when you move here," said Postle. "You have everything here - work, friends, shopping, dining, activities, and events. When I first moved to Niwot in 2012, I thought I would always be going back to Boulder for dinner, but I found I rarely go back because everything I want and need is right here." Postle, a senior partner at Osmos...
Dustin Wolf, son of Eddie Running Wolf, has been restoring his father's tree carvings, known as Spear Lodge Man, Cheyenne Holy Man, and Eagle Catcher, with assistance from Jeff Wolcott. Spear Lodge Man is now complete, and Wolf and Wolcott want to share the process and the progress with the community at an open house Feb. 15 at 1:00 p.m to 4:00 p.m. at Wolcott's residence at 9700 Niwot Road. The willow tree trunks carved by Eddie Running Wolf stood for years along Niwot Road, just west of 79th...
Bill Enyart painting during Niwot's Wine About Winter Saturday, Feb. 8, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Wine lovers and shoppers are invited to watch Bill Enyart, the Hall's current artist in residence, as he paints another masterpiece. Learn about Enyart's inspirations and skills while he works some magic with his brushes. Other dates to come for a glimpse of Enyart's creative process are Friday, Feb. 14, 2:00 – 5:00 p.m., and Friday, Feb. 28, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Niwot Community Connection Thursday Feb. 13, 10:...
In the heart of Niwot, where local businesses thrive on community connections, Darthy Prum has become a familiar face, serving up smiles behind the counter at Subway in Cottonwood Square. For the past two years, this Boulder native, a graduate of Boulder High School, has been crafting sandwiches and building relationships, one order at a time, all while balancing her role as a mother of two children. "Everyone is so friendly, so it makes it easy to interact with them," Prum said about what she...
The Left Hand Valley Courier, a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation, launched a fundraising campaign in November 2024 with the goal of raising $250,000 to pay reporters and vendors, print the newspaper weekly, upgrade our printing quality, and support our educational mission. Your generosity has been overwhelming. To date, we have raised $47,008.00 with $2,420.00 of that donated in 2025. Our success is due to the outpouring of local support from you, our loyal readers. We are in the process of applying for grants to supplement our local...
The Boulder County Commissioners reappointed Niwot resident Bruce Larsen to the Niwot Design Review Board on Jan. 23. Board members serve three-year terms, and may not serve more than three 3-year terms. Larsen, who serves as a community member, has served as the chair of the board in the past. Rachel Gart, a real estate agent, was appointed as the Historic Preservation Advisory Board (HPAB) Representative on the Design Review Board. Jason Emery, a surveyor who formerly resided in Niwot, was...
Whining about winter will be put on hold in favor of the wondrous world of wine at Let's Wine About Winter 2025 this Saturday Feb. 8, in the Niwot Business District. Starting at 1:00 p.m., businesses throughout downtown Niwot and Cottonwood Square will celebrate the Eighth Annual Let's Wine About Winter event, sponsored by the Niwot Cultural Arts Association (NCAA), with funding from the Niwot Local Improvement District. Anne Postle and Kristin Alger are coordinating the event again this year....
In a significant transition for one of Niwot's cornerstone businesses, Porchfront Homes announced new ownership effective Jan 1, 2025, as long-time project managers Brett Steury and Ben Beveridge took the reins from retiring owners Tim and Mary Coonce. The change in leadership marks the beginning of a new era for the well-established construction company while maintaining its deep roots in the community. Steury and Beveridge, who have each dedicated nearly two decades to Porchfront Homes, are...
Niwot resident Gil Gilmore saw a need in the community, and took action. Now 13 years of age, the homeschooled eighth-grader was only nine years old in 2020 when he noticed "there was a lot of hate towards law enforcement," he said. "We didn't think that was okay" he said, speaking of himself and his mother, Susan Gilmore, He acknowledged that there were incidents which garnered much negative national publicity toward police officers, but he felt it was unfair to lump all law enforcement...
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Do you know people in the area who have something unusual in common? Like they have climbed all of Colorado’s fourteeners, they have jumped out of an airplane, they went to the same middle school in another state, they were in New York during 9/11, or they have a famous relative in common. That kind of thing. The Left Hand Valley Courier is launching a new feature called “Connections” to highlight the unusual things we have in common to better get to know one another. Send your connections with names and contact information to edito...
For the second consecutive year, Niwot High School’s Addison Ritzenhein has been named the Gatorade Colorado Girls Cross Country Player of the Year. The announcement, made by Gatorade on Jan. 16, highlighted the junior’s exceptional accomplishments both on and off the course, cementing her status as one of the nation’s premier high school athletes. “It feels very honorable and exciting,” Ritzenhein said. “I’m very grateful to have received this two years in a row and couldn’t thank my coache...
As many residents of Niwot know, Dustin Wolf, son of Eddie Running Wolf, has been restoring his father's tree carvings, known as Spear Lodge Man, Cheyenne Holy Man, and Eagle Catcher, with assistance from Jeff Wolcott. Once restored, the tree carvings will be reinstalled in Niwot in an outdoor setting that protects them from the sun, wind, rain, ice, and snow in a location yet to be determined. One possible location, per the Niwot Master Plan commissioned by the Niwot Local Improvement District,...
So far in 2025, the Boulder County Commissioners have been silent regarding whether to pause minimum wage increases, despite requests from the Niwot Business Association (NBA), the Niwot Local Improvement District Advisory Committee, and community members. Gloria Handyside, Communications Director for the Boulder County Commissioners, stated in an email that there were no new developments regarding the commissioners' position on the minimum wage law. This response remains consistent with the...
Jeff Knight, the Niwot Community Association's representative on the Niwot Local Improvement District (LID) Advisory Committee, submitted his resignation from the committee via email Jan. 24, due to a move out of state at the end of February. Knight also serves on the NCA's board of directors as the Area 1 representative, and has been an NCA representative on Niwot's Sesquicentennial Committee. He indicated that he plans a move to Texas, saying, "Family support is the central issue mandating...
A bear that has been sighted throughout Niwot for the last few months was captured and relocated from Niwot by Colorado Parks and Wildlife officers on Wednesday, Jan. 22. Typically, bears in this region hibernate through the colder months, but this particular bear was seen roaming the area in search of food and sleeping within a hollowed tree. Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds residents to lock up trash and food. After eluding the officers for several weeks, the bear was safely tranquilized...
The Community CSA Fair is coming to Niwot on Sunday, Feb. 2. at Fritz Family Brewers from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) member, Slow Food Boulder, is organizing this event to promote local, environmentally friendly, and organic food to encourage a healthier lifestyle. The fair will support local farmers and producers, as different communities and farmers gather to showcase and provide their agricultural goods. By joining a CSA, participants can receive fresh...
On Sept. 17, 2024, the Boulder County Commissioners held a public hearing where they enacted a six-month moratorium on site plan reviews for homes exceeding the neighborhood median square footage. This controversial move was intended to address housing costs and environmental impacts. Attendees at the hearing included staff presenters Ethan Abner and Kim Sanchez from the Community Planning & Permitting Department, Assistant County Attorney Erica Rogers, and community members (40 total) who spoke to the issue, including architects, realtors,...
The snow failed to deter community members from gathering at Niwot Hall for Niwot Wellness Day on Saturday, Jan. 25. The event transformed the hall into a vibrant hub of holistic healing, offering attendees a comprehensive wellness experience that went beyond traditional health approaches. The event showcased an impressive array of local practitioners, each bringing unique perspectives on physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Boss Blends by NRML Health, LLC stood out with its innovative...
The Niwot United Methodist Church hosted the Third Annual Community Seed Swap on Saturday, Jan. 25 in Gunbarrel. The Seed Swap brought gardeners and would-be gardeners together for an exchange of seeds, gardening tips and community. Two master gardeners from Colorado State University, Patty Rhodes and Eric Redding, gave an educational talk about seed-starting in Colorado before the seed swap started. Despite the fact that there was a snowstorm during the event, there was a much larger turnout...
Niwot business leaders have formed a task force to address growing concerns about the rising minimum wage in unincorporated Boulder County. The group consists of business leaders, with representatives from the Niwot Local Improvement District Advisory Committee, the Niwot Business Association, and Left Hand Grange No. 9, as well as area farmers. At a Jan. 23 meeting at The Wheel House in Niwot, committee members discussed how the minimum wage ordinance enacted by the Boulder County...
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Do you know people in the area who share something in common with each other? Something unusual, such as they have climbed all of Colorado’s fourteeners, they jumped out of an airplane, they went to the same middle school in another state, they were in New York during 9/11, or they have a distant relative in common. The Left Hand Valley Courier is launching a new feature called “Connections” to highlight the unusual things we have in common and to better get to know one another better. Send your connections with names and contact infor...
On Thursday, Jan. 16, the Boulder County Commissioners voted to table the proposed dissolution of the Gunbarrel Public Improvement District (GPID). After hearing almost two hours of public testimony both in person and virtually from those who attended online, Senior Assistant Boulder County Attorney Olivia Lucas amended her original recommendation from dissolution of the GPID to tabling discussion for at least 180 days so that more research on the issue might be conducted. Upon hearing the...
In just a few short weeks, including the holiday season rush, Niwot's Sesquicentennial Committee is quickly making plans to celebrate the platting of Niwot 150 years ago. Under the leadership of Laura Skaggs, the committee is working to "put a ribbon on every event in Niwot," said Skaggs. To that end, Angie Miltersen of Few of a Kind Vintage and Mercantile quickly designed a banner that can be used by every organization in Niwot to promote its events throughout the year. The banner has already...
The Boulder County Commissioners appointed Jim Ditzel as the Niwot Business Association representative on the Niwot Local Improvement District (LID) Advisory Committee on Jan. 14. Ditzel, a long-time member of the Niwot Business Association (NBA), will replace NBA President Eric Bergeson, whose term ends in February. His application was approved unanimously by the board, and Ditzel's first LID meeting will be in March. Ditzel said he applied to the LID Advisory Committee partly because it is a...
