A grand birthday weekend in Grand Lake, Colorado
My birthday is in early October, and every year my husband takes me on a weekend get away to a new place within driving distance. I know, he’s pretty awesome. We’ve been all over the state and during this ... [ Read More ]
The Mayor visits Estes Park, Colorado
Estes Park, Colorado (Photo by H.M. Kerr-Schlaefer, all rights reserved) Tomorrow I will stand beside a very good friend as she ties the knot in Estes Park, Colorado. She has had a longtime love affair with the town; she and ... [ Read More ]
Sunday Afternoon Drive – Niwot, Colorado
This is a series about small towns across Colorado. I started this series with a drive through the charming town of Berthoud, Colorado. Today, I’m going to take you to the adorable town of Niwot. Historic Downtown Niwot (Photo by ... [ Read More ]
Calling all car people! It’s time for Colorado Nationals
The Mayor never used to be much of a car person, however, buying a car with a V6, along with a newly developed love affair with Top Gear on the BBC, has changed all that. I still don’t consider myself ... [ Read More ]
Sunday Afternoon Drive – Berthoud, Colorado
Spring has sprung in HeidiTown. The birds are singing, the fields outside of town are greening up and there’s a feeling of warmth in the air. This time of year puts me in the mood for road trips and Sunday ... [ Read More ]
A few of the Mayor’s favorite holiday events around Colorado
Downtown Littleton, Colorado is stunning during the holidays. Photo by H. M. Kerr-Schlaefer There’s so much going on at this time of year it’s impossible to cover it all. The best calendar of events for the State of Colorado is ... [ Read More ]
The granddaddy of all boat trips
The St. Louis Arch in a thunderstorn. Photograph by Teresa Scott. Experience the granddaddy of all boating trips as Teresa Scott takes you on The Great Loop. Hop aboard, put on your life jacket and take the ride of a ... [ Read More ]
Road Trippin’ Deadwood, South Dakota
Wild Bill Hickok's head stone in Mount Moriah Cemetery, Deadwood, South Dakota. Photo by H.M. Kerr-Schlaefer ss
ss Discover Deadwood, South Dakota and the surrounding Black Hills. It’s not just for gamblers! Read all about it here.
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ss Discover Deadwood, South Dakota and the surrounding Black Hills. It’s not just for gamblers! Read all about it here.
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Colorado Medieval Festival is this weekend!
Authentic reenactments are only part of the fun at this one-of-a-kind festival. Photo courtesy of Colorado Medieval Festival. Listen up Colorado! This weekend the knights, ladies, and bar maids will be out in force in Evans, Colorado. ... [ Read More ]
Rogue Ales with Mom (and Mom)
Rogue Ales in Newport, Oregon is a good time, if you can find it. Tucked under the bridge, yes, this bridge”¦ Yaquina Bay Bridge, Newport, Oregon. Rogue Ales is a great place to grab lunch and indulge in one of ... [ Read More ]
