5 Colorado Beers For Your Holiday Table
Steve Kurowski, operations manager of the Colorado Brewers Guild, shares his favorite local brews for holiday sipping.
A Ski Area You’ve Never Heard Might Have Just Landed On Your Pass
After a big announcement by a key Colorado organization, Hesperus Ski Area might be on your (or your kid’s) ski pass this season.
First-Timer’s Guide: Zion National Park
One of Utah’s five national parks, this Southwestern gem is brimming with adventure.
Hike We Like: White Rocks Trail
This scenic, creekside trail is a great wintertime option for when you crave mountain views, but don’t want to tackle steep, icy trails.
Don’t Miss Keystone’s Kidtopia Mountaintop Spectacular
There’s a party at Keystone Ski Resort this weekend, and Colorado kids shouldn’t miss it.
This Astrobiologist Feels Pretty Good About the Planet’s Future
CU Boulder adjunct professor David Grinspoon talks about climate change, environmental trends, and his new book, Earth in Human Hands.
Food Lover’s Book Club and Cookie Exchange on December 14
Kristy Greenwood of Victory Love & Cookies joins food writer Amanda M. Faison to discuss the beloved treat—and host a cookie swap.
New Exhibit Questions How Mayor Hancock Will Address Homelessness
Brooklyn-based visual artist and writer Sarah Gerard is using her artist residency at PlatteForum to dive into the issue of homelessness.
Get Involved: Our Top Picks for December 12-18
Get Involved is a weekly series pointing readers toward community-oriented events, volunteer opportunities, and good causes in Colorado.
Inside the Drug Epidemic That’s Killing Coloradans
Overdose is the leading cause of injury death for people 18-64 in America, and in most cases, opioids are to blame. What’s being done in the Centennial State to fight this growing public health problem?
From The Rockies To Mt. Everest
How a local doctor used the Centennial State’s epic terrain to prepare for one of the world’s most demanding climbs.
Don’t Miss: Denver’s Jerry Thomas Celebration
Five Mile High bars are honoring the legendary bartender with genever-based drinks from December 12 to 16.
Health Myths, Busted!
Can you separate fact from fiction when it comes to everyday factors that influence your well-being? Test your savvy—and boost your wellness in the new year.
Help For Survivors Of Sexual Assault
Specially trained nurses offer the best medical attention to this vulnerable population. So why does only one hospital in the state of Colorado make these professionals part of its regular staff?
Why You Should Play In The Dirt
A new study from CU suggests bacteria in the soil could lessen your anxiety.
Local Study Attributes Overall Health to Income, Race
A new report outlines the significant influence of “race, place, and space” in citizens’ health.
Sleep Training For Adults
What a twentysomething journalist learned from a local expert on catching more (and better) Zs.
Carbon Knife Co. Is the Kitchen Store of Our Dreams
Two former chefs are behind this new, highly-curated RiNo shop.
Relief For Kids With Dairy Allergies
How desensitization saved our son from an adolescence void of Sweet Cow Ice Cream.
Good Microbes For Babies
Local researchers find a way to boost C-section newborns’ immunity.
A New (Old) Approach To Delivering Breech Babies
A Denver doctor challenges current conventions on delivering infants bottom-first.
Is A Low-Carb, High-Fat Diet For you?
Local experts weigh in on whether fitness freaks benefit from this trendy diet.
5 Gifts to Take Care of Your Loved Ones (And Yourself!)
Self-care is finally in vogue.
Innovation: Rotator Cuff Surgery Just Got Easier
How one Denver surgeon is transforming the ways we treat torn tendons.
Hepatitis C: A Silent Killer
A Colorado family shines the spotlight on the nation’s growing hepatitis C problem.
Tech Talk: Mimi
A Denver-based startup helps connect the elderly with assisted-living facilities.
Research: Why We Should Take Dementia Patients To The Symphony
An innovative local study reveals the power of music-based therapy.
Remembering Rashaan Salaam
The death of the storied running back strikes a tragic tone during the culmination of CU’s fairytale season.
Personalized Prostheses
A local VA clinic helps amputees customize their artificial limbs with artful designs.
A Quiet Epidemic
A letter from the editor of the 5280 Health 2017 issue.
CoverGirl’s New Lash Ambassador Is From Colorado
Expect to see more of Nura Afia, the first CoverGirl ambassador to rock a hijab.
Works of Art, Hand-Crafted from Gingerbread
Johnson & Wales students create iconic Denver landmarks out of gingerbread in a friendly holiday competition.
Go Now: Departure’s Peking Duck Is a Holiday Treat
Chef Gregory Gourdet’s signature dish is on the menu this month, and it’s worth every penny.
9 Great Gifts for Guys
Practical (yet fashionable) ideas he’ll enjoy year-round.
A Blissful Winter Escape Awaits
Plan a trip to one of these six destinations—you deserve it.
Cooking In the Dark
Denver politician Claudia Folska sheds light on locally-sourced food through her new show on Rocky Mountain PBS.
Sweet Stuff: House-Made Gelato from There Denver
Finish your meal with a scoop or pick up a pint at There’s grab-and-go market, the Wheelbench.
10 Stylish Gifts for the Women in Your Life
Treat the fashion-forward ladies in your life to gifts that are just as chic as she is.
10 Free Things to Do in December
From holiday events and traditions to snow-filled activities, here are 10 ways to give your wallet a break (while having fun) this month.
7 Gift Ideas for the Kiddos
These thoughtful options encourage children to learn and explore—and have fun doing it.
A Look at the Global Holiday Decor at the Governor’s Residence
Save the date for a holiday tour of the Governor’s Residence at Boettcher Mansion, which is decorated with global themes of Colorado’s Sister Cities.
Denver Students Begin the Push to Protect Their Rights
Students at Manual High School gathered in the days following the election to share their hopes and fears for the future—and plan for what might come next.
Only in Colorado: Bradford Washburn American Mountaineering Museum
America’s only museum devoted to mountaineering is located in downtown Golden, and includes more than 5,000 pieces of gear, pictures, and cultural artifacts.
Gifts For Your Favorite Homemaker
Deck the halls with these locally sourced holiday gifts, perfect for hearth and home.
Don’t Miss Dew Tour’s New Para-Snowboarding Event
For the first time in Dew Tour’s nine years, the winter action sports event will feature a competition for para-athletes.
10 Local Charities to Support on Colorado Gives Day
More than 2,000 charities will be participating in the seventh annual Colorado Gives Day on Tuesday, December 6. Here are 10 worthy organizations that could use your support.
Shelter for Homeless Women to Open in 2017
Catholic Charities will unveil the 150-bed facility in northeast Denver sometime next year.
Toast the Season: Don’t Miss These Winter Cocktails
Consider these libations the cure for all of your cold-weather woes.
GoPro Partners with Denver Nonprofit
The Range of Motion Project works to provide prosthetic care to underserved populations—and now GoPro is matching donations dollar for dollar.
5 Over-the-Top Gifts (That We Actually Want)
These gift ideas are just the right amount of ridiculous.
Tomorrow Is “International Help-Portrait Day”
Come ready to smile—or donate your time and expertise—at this event, which is all about creating memories.
Rant & Rave: Subpar Colorado Motorists and Platform T
The verdict is in: Coloradans are pretty lousy drivers. May we suggest some tea to calm your frazzled nerves?
Are Young Colorado Voters Fleeing the GOP?
Returned-ballot data indicates a notable shift in our state’s Republican electorate.
How To Buy: A Luxury Handbag
Tips for purchasing a purse that is as quality as it is timeless.
10 Gifts For Your Favorite Foodie
From limited-edition gin to a craft coffee subscription to whiskey-caramel chocolates, these tasteful (and tasty!) Colorado-made gifts will hit the spot.
The Highlight Reel: November’s Tastiest Food News
A monthly review of happenings in the Denver dining scene from 5280’s food team.
What to do in Denver (and Beyond): November 30-December 6
From a stirring documentary about prison inmates pursuing a college diploma to a holiday-themed ukulele show, here are five can’t-miss events in and around the Mile High City this week.
What to Watch for in the Pac-12 Football Championship
After years of futility, the Colorado Buffaloes are one win away from a conference title. Here’s why the game matters, and what you need to know before you watch.
Behind the Vines: Ten Bears Winery
This low-key winery north of Fort Collins offers a diverse choice of delicious wines with distinctly local flavors.
Gift Giving With A Purpose
Take part in charitable gift and volunteer opportunities this holiday season.
