The Quotie Monthly: June 2024
It’s now officially summer, but even before the solstice, a lot of Colorado was dealing with some seriously hot weather. This week, a “heat dome” is moving west toward Colorado – rather unusual, as weather mostly moves west to east.?
As it continues to be hot and dry in a lot of the state, we’ll bring you ways to stay safe and cool, plus explainers like why Denver Parks and Recreation is able to break Denver Water’s sprinkler rules.
And, looking ahead, it’s almost time for fireworks and drone shows! Check out free places to spend the Fourth.
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Could psilocybin change a young mother's cancer journey? Inside Colorado’s major psychedelic study
Kate Showalter knew that cancer might come for her, ever since it took her mother’s life in 2002. Twenty years later, in 2022, Showalter was diagnosed with cancer, too. She’s trying treatment options that patients before her never had — for her cancer, and for her mind.
Summerfest is here!?
Summer classical music is renowned in Colorado. For more than half a century, some of the most famous international soloists and orchestras have trekked to gorgeous Colorado destinations to perform at the state’s world-renowned classical music festivals. Explore CPR Classical’s Summerfest offerings and plan your summer of beautiful music!
Folk legend Judy Collins becomes ambassador for Rocky Mountain National Park
Before her 55 albums, before her seven Grammy nominations, Judy Collins baked bread in a wood-burning stove for hungry hikers in Rocky Mountain National Park. In an exclusive interview, Collins spoke with Colorado Matters Senior Host Ryan Warner about her memories of Rocky Mountain National Park, and becoming an ambassador for the conservancy.
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We brought a taxidermied raccoon to Antiques Roadshow
A few weeks ago, the long-running PBS show Antiques Roadshow made a stop at the Denver Botanic Gardens’ Chatfield Farms location in Littleton. Denverite’s Rebecca Tauber and CPR’s Paolo Zialcita were among the 4,000 attendees there hoping to find out the value — and the story — of their favorite treasures.
Colorado Wonders: Why are there so many bronze statues in Golden?
A stroll through downtown Golden offers the opportunity to explore an exceptional collection of Western art, including dozens of striking bronze sculptures scattered throughout the city. A reader wrote in asking for more info on the stories behind the sculptures, and here’s what arts & culture reporter Eden Lane found.
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