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Join Us Sept. 7 at What's Up Boulder!

Meet your neighbors and people behind the city — attend What's Up Boulder!
When: Saturday, Sept. 7 from 1 - 4 p.m.
Where: East Boulder Community Park between the soccer field and East Age Well Center.
What: Popsicles, lawn games, a foam party, conversations with council members, music and much more! 
Get the details on our website.

Episode 9: From Passion to Action

Got time, talent or treasure to share? You're in the right place. This episode is all about giving back to your neighbors through acts big or small, with some tales of volunteering along the way.
 
Special guests in this episode (city staff and volunteers):
Aimee Kane, Equity Officer
Ali Rhodes, Director of Parks and Recreation
Brian Wegner, Volunteer Services and Partnerships Program Supervisor
Andrew Shoemaker, Volunteer
Karen Donnelly, Volunteer
Cameos from Deputy City Manager Chris Meschuk and Deputy Director of Community Connections and Partnerships for OSMP Jennelle Freeston.
 
This episode was hosted by Cassy Bohnet and Leah Kelleher. It was produced by Leah Kelleher. Theme music is Wide Eyes by Chad Crouch/Podington Bear, licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.
 
Related Resources:
Volunteer Opportunities with the City of Boulder
Count Me In volunteer web portal
Volunteer with Parks and Recreation
Volunteer with OSMP
Volunteer with EXPAND
Meet the people behind the city: attend What's Up Boulder!
When: Saturday, Sept. 7 from 1 - 4 p.m.
Where: East Boulder Community Park between the soccer field and East Age Well Center.
What: Popsicles, lawn games, conversations with council members, music and more! 
Learn more on our website.
 
Music in this episode (adapted): 
Ring Ouzel, The Crumbling, Dream Caper and County Courtship by Blue Dot Sessions. All are licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License on Free Music Archive.

Episode 8: A Child Friendly Boulder

We're talking child-friendly cities this episode, communities where all kids feel safe and cared for, while being able to express their opinions and influence decisions that affect them. Becoming a child-friendly Boulder is an ongoing journey, but we've got a plan for how to get there. Ready, set, tune in!
 
Explore more visions for a child-friendly Boulder.
 
Special guests in this episode:
Sarah Huntley, Director of the City of Boulder Communications and Engagement Department
Mara Mintzer, Co-Founder and Director of Growing Up Boulder
Avery Stuhlbarg, YOAB member
Elias Weatherley, YOAB member
Jeff Kagan of Jeff & Paige
Paige Doughty of Jeff & Paige
This episode was produced and hosted by Leah Kelleher. Theme music is Wide Eyes by Chad Crouch/Podington Bear, licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.
 
Related Resources:
All about the City of Boulder's Child Friendly Cities Initiative (CFCI).
Learn more about Growing Up Boulder. Explore their CFCI webpage.
Boulder's digital Child Friendly City Map.
Check out the city's Be Heard Boulder online engagement platform. Stay tuned for future opportunities to share your thoughts and ideas.
Learn about UNICEF CFCI around the world.
UNICEF CFCI in the United States.
Jeff and Paige's website and music.
Fostering a Better Community for Children and Youth, plus Family Services.
Dig into the city's Youth Opportunities Program.
Youth Opportunities Advisory Board (YOAB) and how to apply.
More opportunities for youth in Boulder.
Stay in the loop: follow City of Boulder Instagram #CFCIBoulder, and subscribe to city updates and Growing Up Boulder's newsletter.
 
Upcoming Engagement Opportunities:
Teen Townhall: A Conversation about Policing and Safety. 
Boulder Police Department Youth Open House.
Learn more about both events.
 
Music in this episode (adapted): 
"A Civic Area" by Jeff and Paige. 

Episode 7: The Road to Flood Recovery

A close look at our years-long recovery from the 2013 flood. We're digging into flood mitigation and preparedness, and lessons learned that have made our response and recovery stronger. 
 
Special guests in this episode (City of Boulder staff):
Joe Taddeucci, Director of Utilities
Chris Meschuk, Deputy City Manager 
Jennelle Freeston, Deputy Director of Community Connections and Partnerships for Open Space and Mountain Parks
Brandon Coleman, Engineering Project Manager
Chad Brotherton, Visitor Infrastructure Senior Manager for Open Space and Mountain Parks
Mike Chard, Director of the Office of Disaster Management for the City of Boulder and Boulder County.
This episode was hosted by Cate Stanek and Leah Kelleher. It was produced by Leah Kelleher. Theme music is Wide Eyes by Chad Crouch/Podington Bear, licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.
 
Related Resources:
Flood Mitigation Project Roundup
Boulder's Web Guide to Flooding
How to Be Flood Ready
City of Boulder Comprehensive Flood and Stormwater Plan
2013 Flood Interactive Website
September 2013 Flood Information and Storytelling
Upcoming Engagement Opportunities:
Feb. 22 – Joint City Council and Open Space Board of Trustees public hearing on open space disposal for South Boulder Creek. A decision on disposal will be made in March. Find more opportunities and office hours with city staff on our website.
Music in this episode (adapted): 
The Silver Hatch, Grand Fell, This Passage, Uncertainty and Leadin by Blue Dot Sessions.
Brother Richard by Dave Nelson.
Confidence Trick by Chad Crouch/Podington Bear.
All are licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License, Attribution-NonCommercial License or Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.

Episode 6: Remembering the 2013 Flood

We're going back ten years to remember the 2013 Flood, how it impacted our community, and the courage and care of neighbors who stepped up to help each other. 
 
Special guests in this episode (City of Boulder staff):
Joe Taddeucci, Director of Utilities
Chris Meschuk, Deputy City Manager 
Jennelle Freeston, Deputy Director of Community Connections and Partnerships for Open Space and Mountain Parks
Brandon Coleman, Engineering Project Manager
Chad Brotherton, Visitor Infrastructure Senior Manager for Open Space and Mountain Parks
Mike Chard, Director of the Office of Disaster Management for the City of Boulder and Boulder County.
This episode was hosted by Cate Stanek and Leah Kelleher. It was also produced by Leah Kelleher. Theme music is Wide Eyes by Chad Crouch/Podington Bear. Please see our website for full music attributions. 
 
Related Resources:
2013 Flood Story Map
Call for 2013 Flood Art and Reflections
Carnegie Library Oral Histories 
September 2013 Flood Information and Storytelling
Boulder's Web Guide to Flooding
How to Be Flood Ready
City of Boulder Comprehensive Flood and Stormwater Plan
Music in this episode (adapted): 
By the Pond (Instrumental), Risers, Dim, Ink and Afternoons (Instrumental) by Chad Crouch/Podington Bear. All are licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License or Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.

Episode 5: No Waste in the First Place

Follow us on our journey to prevent waste, give new life to old objects, and build an economic system that regenerates our planet instead of exploiting it. 
 
Special guests in this episode: 
Jamie Harkins, Sustainability Senior Manager for Circular Economies
Emily Freeman, Sustainability Policy Advisor
Michele Crane, Facilities Architectural Senior Manager
This episode was produced by Leah Kelleher. Theme music is Wide Eyes by Chad Crouch/Podington Bear. Please see our website for full music attributions. 
 
Call-in opportunity! Tell us how the climate crisis makes you feel. Where do you find hope and courage? Call 303-818-4678 and leave a voicemail sharing your thoughts, and you might be featured in an upcoming episode!
 
Related Resources:
Our Circular Boulder Guide
How to Live a More Circular Lifestyle
Trash the Runway
Jeff and Paige's Website
Waste Sorting 101 Web Guide
Music in this episode (adapted): 
Freesia, Pilgrim's Progress, Cirrostratus and Skip Street by Chad Crouch/Podington Bear. All are licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License or Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.

Get Quacking, Get Inspired

We have a bunch of community events planned throughout August and September with our partners at PLAY Boulder Foundation and Cool Boulder. Tune in to get the scoop!
 
Here's some more details and links to the big events:
The Great Boulder Duck Race on Sunday, Aug. 27 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Adopt a rubber duck and join the fun!
Little Creatures art show and workshops throughout August and September.
What's Up Boulder on Sunday, Sept. 10 from 1 to 3:30 p.m.

Episode 4: Coping with Climate Crisis

Dig into emotions many of us experience as we live through climate change, along with coping strategies to build hope and personal resilience.
 
Special guests in this episode: 
Eva Jahn (she/her), Licensed Psychotherapist
Lodi Siefer (they/them), Psychotherapist and Hive Co-Director
Louise Chawla (she/her), Professor Emerita at University of Colorado Boulder
Heather Bearnes-Loza (she/her), Sustainability Senior Program Manager
Sandy Briggs (she/her), Sustainability Program Manager
Jonathan Koehn (he/him), Director of Climate Initiatives
Emily Freeman (she/her), Sustainability Policy Advisor
Daniel Hanson (he/him), Cool Boulder Intern
Emily Sandoval (she/her), Community Engagement Senior Program Manager
Marya Washburn (she/her), Public Information Officer for the Fire Department
Jamie Carpenter (he/him), Wildland Operations Specialist
Kerry Webster (she/her), Wildland Fire Senior Program Manager
New Vista High School students Lahja, Lucy, Chauncey and Beck. 
This episode was produced by Leah Kelleher. Theme music is Wide Eyes by Chad Crouch. Please see our website for full music attributions. 
 
Call-in opportunity! Tell us how the climate crisis makes you feel. Where do you find hope and courage? Call 303-818-4678 and leave a voicemail sharing your thoughts, and you might be featured in an upcoming episode!
 
Resources mentioned in this episode: 
Community mental health resources
Cool Boulder's website and calendar
The Hive's Boulder.Earth website and calendar
New Vista Climate Justice Photo Exhibit
More on Louise Chawla and her research
City poll showing community concern about the crisis
Music in this episode (adapted): 
Etude 8 Dimitri and Etude 1 Cherub by Blue Dot Sessions
Waves of Indigo by Daniel Birch
The Bridge (Instrumental) and The Sheltering Firs (Instrumental) by Chad Crouch
All are licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License or Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.