Archive for May 14, 2009
Gardening Tips: Use Rocks for Natural Touch
By Mitzi Davis CSU Extension Master Gardener in Larimer County The nursery trade is looking for alternatives to plastic pots and trays that end up in landfills. More items are becoming available that are made from organic materials like rice hulls, bamboo pulp, sugar cane residue and feather waste from poultry farms. There are also “cow pots” made from composted manure. Nutrients in the pots improve seedling growth and the pots dissolve in the soil about a month after planting. Achieve a ... Full Story
Upcoming
Arts Events in Estes Park May 14-16 “The Imaginary Invalid,” Jean-Baptise Toli’ere’s classic satire of the medical profession. Produced by the Estes Park Repertoire Theatre. Hempel Auditorium. YMCA of the Rockies-Estes Park Center. Thursday, Friday and Saturday 7 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m. Tickets are $12. (970) 577-9900; 800-44-ESTES http://EstesParkCVB.com/calendar.cfm?currdte=05-01-2009&eventid=1830 May 15 Windows to the World. Exhibit opening featuring oil paintings by Bill Fritz ... Full Story
Getting it Wrong, Hollywood Style
As the blockbuster summer movie season approaches, I am considering whether the influence of Hollywood productions is fundamentally good or bad on America and the world. On the one hand I remember quite vividly that the theaters were some of the first public places to install air conditioning, but on the other, I see too often there are pronouncements that we should run our cities, state and nation according to Hollywood ideas. Air conditioning has been a mixed blessing. The enjoyment factor ... Full Story
Getting Schooled
By Gary Wamsley Berthoud Recorder Our weather continues to vex us by giving us nice weekdays and then “raining on our parade” on weekends. I will admit that it is getting better. At least Saturday was pleasant for the grand opening of Brookside Gardens but Mother’s Day turned cold and rainy. My neighbors at Berthoud Car Wash were giving free car washes to moms, but it wasn’t a good car wash day. I had planned to mow the grass on Sunday. Fortunately, Shar warned me about the upcoming ... Full Story
Campus View: The Alley Cat Is a Cup of Chai, a Taste
By Sarah Kay Hurst Berthoud Recorder “Alley Cat” is a fitting name for a coffee shop whose very ambiance seems to purr. From the cozy arm chairs to the shelves of gently loved books to the warm lights and eclectic art, the charming little café has a welcoming, bohemian atmosphere. Serving fair-trade, organic coffee and a variety of homemade food to the many college students who gather to study or chat over a steaming latté, the Alley Cat seems unaffected by the ... Full Story
The Mundt-Malchow Barn: Farm Life Filled With Work and
The Berthoud Recorder's Historic Barn Series By Jenny Anderson Berthoud Recorder Prussian-born Frederick Mundt first settled on the Mundt-Malchow farm after purchasing the land in 1904, which he worked until retiring in 1915. When Mundt died in 1931, the farm passed on to his family and was twice sold. Later, Father John C. “Carter” and his wife Essie along with son Howard and daughter-in-law Beatrice Malchow purchased the property in 1952, when they moved with their three surviving ... Full Story
Archaeology and Historic Preservation Month Presents
This year, the Colorado Historical Society and partner organizations celebrate Archaeology and Historic Preservation Month with “Grand Sesquicentennial Celebrations” showcasing the 150th birthday of several Colorado communities that started out as mining camps. The famous Colorado Gold Rush is one of the largest gold rushes in American history, and played an integral part in the establishment of various communities throughout Colorado. Through the end of May, cities and towns across ... Full Story
Mulder, Glasser Step in to Fill Role for Boys Relay
By Michael Hicks Berthoud Recorder If you ask Greg Glasser there was no awkwardness of jumping into the middle of a state-qualifying relay team captained by Bryce Munoz and Tye Duncan. He’s been a teammate of theirs for some time going back to football season. But he and Greg Mulder had some mighty big shoes to fill. (more...)
Mills, Berthoud Girls Target Double Accolades in
By Michael Hicks Berthoud Recorder Courtney Mills would never show it, but the Berthoud High School freshman has her disappointments in not qualifying in the long jump for this week’s 4A state track and field championship, set for today through Saturday at Lakewood’s Jefferson County Stadium. But don’t feel sorry for her. She’s got three other reasons why she’ll be there. Those three reasons could either be her participation in the 4×100 relay, 4×200 relay or the triple jump or ... Full Story
Berthoud Golfers Give People Something to Like
By Michael Hicks Berthoud Recorder There’s something to like about Stephanie Heaton, Kacey Fagler and Brandi Peter. The trio of Berthoud girls’ golfers doesn’t boast. They don’t say a lot about their game. Maybe that’s because there wasn’t a great deal to say about it before May 7. But on that one day, that one shining moment, these three golfers had every reason to speak as loudly as they so desired. Until this year’s 4A Northern Regional tournament at the Olde Course, ... Full Story
