Arts + Culture

Celestial Symphony

Local photographer Tim Seibert transforms fleeting moments of the Northern Lights into timeless art. Article by Sarah Schierkolk | Photography by Tim Seibert Photography & Sarah Dawn Photography You may never wake at 3 a.m. to photograph the beauty of the mountains at sunrise, but local Broomfielder Tim Seibert does. He follows the weather forecast with hopes of capturing moments most of us only dream of. His lens reveals the extraordinary in the everyday, like these rare Northern Lights...

Life + Culture

Opening Doors To Imagination

How free monthly books help Broomfield children grow language skills, confidence, and connection. Article by Julie Walker A young boy reaches for the mailbox door, excitedly pulling it open. His eyes widen as he spots a book inside. “Mommy, look! A new book! It has whales on it!” he exclaims, waving it in the air as he races back into the house to show his family. Scenes like this are made possible by the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, locally led by the Broomfield Rotary . The program...

Food + Beverage

Blushing Petals

A Valentine’s Day Mocktail by Cool as a Cucumber Article by Chris Rice | Photography by Chris Rice & Lisa Craig Photography This Valentine’s Day mocktail is a study in balance, creativity, and intention. Crafted by Chris Rice, owner of Cool as a Cucumber in Broomfield, this alcohol-free creation reflects his signature approach. Thoughtful, experimental, and rooted in fresh ingredients. Often described as a beverage scientist, Chris designs mocktails that feel layered and indulgent, proving...

Education

The Bal Swan Blueprint

Building Brilliance through Vision for our community Article by Kevin Getz | Photography by Lighthouse Photo Co Every great build begins with a blueprint. Not the kind rolled up under an arm or smudged with graphite, but the kind that lives in imagination first, a belief that something better is possible and worth designing with intention. At Bal Swan Children’s Center , the blueprint has never been about walls or windows. It has always been about children. For more than sixty years , Bal...

Wellness

Mental Fitness Made Simple

Stephanie Konter-O’Hara of WellMinded Counseling Shares How to Give Your Mind a Daily Workout Article by Kevin Getz | Photography by Bonnie Photo Can you simply flip a switch from bitter to hopeful and expect rainbows and unicorns to magically appear? It’s a feeling we all understand — that longing for things to shift quickly when the world feels overwhelming. The process might be easier than you think. Having someone to talk to, especially when times are tough, who listens without judgment...

Wellness

Care Without Compromise

Dr. Koza is rewriting healthcare with concierge medicine at Manifest Health. Article by Julie Walker | Photography by Sarah Dawn Photography A mysterious rash shows up on your arm. It started as just a red, slightly itchy spot, but after a few days, it became very itchy and irritated. I really should get in to get that checked out . With a toddler hanging off one hip, you finally call your doctor, only to hear, “Our next available appointment is in two months.” Cue the deep sigh. OK, maybe...

Wellness

The Neck-Up, Check-Up

The Overlooked Side of Whole-Body Wellness Article by Chelsea Walters | Photography by Sarah Dawn Photography & Gabriella Photo Most adults know they should schedule an annual physical, stay active, drink more water, and get better sleep. But fewer people realize how much their eyes, ears, and mouth influence their overall health — including cognitive clarity, social connection, cardiovascular strain, and day-to-day energy. The Neck-Up, Check-Up was created after three Broomfield clinicians...

Arts + Culture

Step Into the Magic of The Nutcracker

‘Twas a month before Christmas and all through The Colorado Conservatory of Dance, creatures of all kinds were stirring, including a Mouse King, fairies, sheep, angels and, of course, a nutcracker as the Broomfield dance school continues to prepare for its annual performance of the holiday classic, The Nutcracker.  For Sandra Shih Parks, Executive & Artistic Director of CCD and her team, the upcoming productions of the timeless ballet are another opportunity to give back to the...

Shopping

Wrap Up Local

Gifts That Spark Joy, Surprise, and Give Back to Our Community Article by Sarah Schierkolk | Photography by Sarah Dawn Photography & Woodhouse Spa Get ready to sleigh your Christmas shopping, Broomfield! We’ve gathered the best local gift ideas that sparkle, soothe, and seriously impress. From dazzling jewelry to indulgent spa escapes, smooth spirits, and gifts for the sexiest bearded men in your life, our 2025 Gift Guide is bursting with inspiration.  First up is the friendliest jeweler in...

Arts + Culture

A Local's Guide to Level-Up Your Santa Game!

Where to See Santa, Proof He Exists, and Where He Might Be Hiding From His Contractually Required Cheerfulness Article by Justin Schierkolk You bet Santa is at Flatiron Crossing Mall and the Broomfield Tree Lighting on December 5th—doing the classic “smile, pose, listen to a child explain why their brother should get fewer presents” thing. Did you also know about the Santa House at Larkridge Shopping Center, December 18–22? Rumor says it’s so magical even grown adults start believing...