July 2010

Loveland Loves BBQ, Loveland, Colorado

Downtown Loveland, Colorado will be filled with the mouthwatering smell of barbecue this weekend. It’s the fourth annual Loveland Loves Barbecue cook-off, and whether you’re a fan of pulled pork or barbecued turkey legs, there’s a little something to suit everyone’s taste buds at this two-day celebration of outdoor cooking. Loveland Loves Barbecue attracts enthusiasts from far and wide. We have friends from Denver who diligently make the trip each

"Blind Descent" exploring the deepest caves on earth

While I do not intend to write regular book reviews on HeidiTown, if the mood strikes, I will share a book with my readers. I am currently reading “Blind Descent” by James M. Tabor, a writer and former on-camera host of the PBS series, “The Great Outdoors.” Tabor’s previous book, “Forever on the Mountain,” is about the 1967 climb of Alaska’s Mt. McKinley, a trip that resulted in 7 lives

Where to watch fireworks in Colorado

Happy 4th of July from the Mayor to you!   Stay safe and be happy. Here’s a list of where to catch a fireworks show in Northern Colorado: Colorado National Speedway, July 3 & 4th, 4281 County Road 10, Dacono – NASCAR and fireworks, what’s more American than that? Estes Park, July 4, Lake Estes – Festivities start at 11 a.m. and include lots of patriotic music and family fun.