Archive for November 17, 2010
EarthSky Tonight—Nov 18, Moon and Jupiter tonight,
Courtesy of EarthSky A Clear Voice for Science Visit EarthSky at www.EarthSky.org The moon and solar system’s largest planet, Jupiter, shine from dusk until well after midnight tonight. They will be very noticeable as the brightest objects in the night sky. After Jupiter and the waxing gibbous moon set in the west before Friday dawn tomorrow, look for the blazing planet Venus to rise in the east before dawn. The little star near it is Spica in the constellation VIrgo. The planet ... Full Story
Berthoud’s Danielle Wikre Earns Softball Scholarship
Local Softball Star to Play at Colorado State By Dan Karpiel Sports Writer Berthoud High softball standout Danielle Wikre will be taking her talents north to Fort Collins next fall. On Tuesday night Wikre, a three-time All-Conference and 2010 All-State selection for softball, signed her letter of intent to play softball at Colorado State University. Wikre was also courted by Metropolitan State College of Denver, the University of Northern Colorado and Florida State, but she opted for ... Full Story
Christmas Photos at McCarty-Fickel Home
The Berthoud Historical Society and the McCarty-Fickel Home (645 7th Street, Berthoud) will be offering a special seasonal photo shoot on Saturday, November 20. With beautiful decorations perfect for the season, the McCarty-Fickel Home offers the perfect backdrop for a Christmas family photo. Decorated for the holidays, the historic home will offer several opportunities for unique images, perfect for seasonal cards, newsletters, or gifts. Constructed in 1916 by Dr. and Mrs. D.W. ... Full Story
CIB at the Library
Christmas in Berthoud There are many things to help out this year for Christmas in Berthoud through the Berthoud Community Library District. Auction for a decorated tree: The Library will auction off the decorated tree to the highest bidder and the proceeds will be given to a family through Christmas in Berthoud. Giving Tree: You can donate a gift by selecting a child’s tag and bringing a wrapped gift back with the tag, to the library and ... Full Story
