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Did you know pickleball is the fastest growing sport in America right now?   There is so much demand for pickleball places like fox hill club in longmont decided to open 6 pickleball courts on their property for is members. The big difference between pickleball and tennis is the court is the court size. Pickleball is shorter measuring at 20feet by 44 feet vs 60 feet by 120 feet for tennis courts. This makes pickleball quicker and fast paced game. Another difference is the equipment they use. In pickleball they use light paddles and low bouncing plastic balls vs in tennis they use heavy raquets and rubber cover balls.  In Longmont pickleball is very popular. From what I heard the outdoor courts at hover acres park and Clark Centennial park are always busy and full.   And 3rd shot pickleball in longmont recently expanded to 8 pickleball courts. For people interested playing pickleball at fox hill club it cost $1500 for initiation fee and $150 a month after that....

On June 12, 2024 in Aurora Colorado.  Three people disguised as delivery workers came to a house saying they had a package for them and holding a box. Once the owners opened the door 3 armed men came in and robbed the place.   Here is good tips to prevent this. - You can get a PO BOX  or use a drop off center and pick it up - UPS and Fed ex drivers have branded uniforms - If it looks suspicious or you're not expecting any packages. Don't open the door.  - Tell kids not to open doors to strangers and keep the doors locked.  Thank you for reading 

Pizza lovers who live in Longmont Colorado according to a facebook post by Antonio's  real New York pizza.  They said if anyone  can show up on short notice on Wednesday or Thursday DM their Facebook page.  And you will be selected to try free pizza slices.  For people who don't know Antonio's real New York pizza is a popular place in Estes park that has been open since 2014.  This year they decided to open another location in downtown Longmont Colorado.  In 2006 the family moved to Colorado from Long Island New York. At that time they really couldn't find pizza and other food they use to eat all the time back home.  So that's how the pizza empire all started.   They have won awards for the pizza and many people say this is one of the best NY style pizza in Colorado.    Thank you for reading 

During the COVID-19 pandemic, both landlords and renters faced significant challenges, but the assistance and support provided to each group varied. In many cases, landlords received more help than renters, especially in the early stages of the pandemic. Here are some reasons why: 1. Government assistance: Governments and banks offered relief to landlords, such as mortgage forbearance, loan modifications, and eviction moratoriums. While these measures helped renters indirectly, they primarily benefited landlords. 2. Rental income protection: Many governments and insurance companies provided rental income protection to landlords, ensuring they continued to receive income even if tenants couldn't pay rent. 3. Tax benefits: Landlords could claim tax deductions for rental income losses, which helped offset their financial burdens. 4. Legal support: Landlords often had better access to legal resources and advocacy groups to navigate eviction proceedings and rent collection. In contrast,...

Let me explain some of the reasons why small businesses collaborate with influencers in 2024. Please understand sometimes collaboration is free but most of time small businesses have to pay.  This is just another way to advertise and market your business.   1. Increased brand awareness: Influencers have a large following, which can help small businesses reach a wider audience. 2. Credibility and trust: Influencers can endorse products or services, building credibility and trust with their followers. 3. Targeted marketing: Influencers often have a specific niche or audience, allowing small businesses to target their marketing efforts effectively. 4. Social media presence: Influencers can help small businesses improve their social media presence and engagement. 5. Content creation: Influencers can create sponsored content, reducing the need for small businesses to create their own content. 6. Cost-effective: Partnering with influencers can be more cost-effective than tradit...

Hi foodies a new restaurant is having grand opening on Monday June 10th 2024 in Longmont Colorado.   Den on eleventh is a new restaurant opening up at 1111 Francis st where the old longmont public restaurant use to be.   Beau and Taylor Raffensperger  two brothers who grew up in Longmont and went to skyline high school and decided to open a restaurant in longmont where they grew up.   At the Den on eleventh the menu will consist of mostly new American cuisine.  They will also be focusing on steaks and fresh seafood.  Steaks will be locally sourced and seafood flown in from east coast.  Something that is missing in Longmont right now.  I looked at the menu and the cheapest thing you can order is $9 and $37 for ribeye steak.  Most items were priced around $15-$20. Thank you for reading and go check it out. 

The median mortgage payment rises to a record high of $2,894 per month in the 4 week period ending on  May 5th 2024.  That's an increase of +14% from 2023, +23% from 2022, and +78% from 2021.  These numbers don't include taxes, insurance, utilities, and maintenance costs. In my city of Longmont Colorado median listing home price was $625,000 and median sold price was $585,000 during the month of May. Owning a home is not affordable anymore in Colorado and in many cities in America in 2024.  Idk if is possible for most millenials or Gen Zers to buy a home?  According to zillow average rent price for all properties in Colorado is  $2275 a month and that includes apartments.   So now many people are renting rooms but room rentals are $700++ with 3+ roomates.  Thank you for reading and let me know how you feel about this?

It has been 21 years since sunset skating closed down in longmont Colorado.  Before that it was called Roll o Rena since the 1950s. In 1950 Delmar Jones and his wife started hosting  roller skating events at the memorial gym building at Roosevelt park. In 1952 they opened the first Roll o Rena on south main st.  In the 1970 they opened a place called Al-du-rena and  in 1979 they opened  the final Roll o Rena in Longmont before  they sold it in 1986. For many decades Roll o Rena  was a popular place where they would see over 600 people on Friday nights.   This is where many kids had birthday parties and hangout place after school.  In 2023  freewheel limited opened up in Longmont in hopes of bringing a full time roller skating rink to the city.  They been holding many roller skating events at the boulder county fair grounds thru out the year.  From what i heard they are looking for a permanent place in Longmont but is not e...

Here are 10 of the best hiking trails in Boulder, Colorado. Please becareful when hiking as many trails have rattlesnakes.  1- Flatirons Vista Trail: Here are some details about the Flatirons Vista Trail  - Location: Boulder, Colorado - Length: 3.4 miles - Elevation: 5,956-6,188 feet - Activities: Hiking, biking, horseback riding, mountain biking - Difficulty: Easy to moderate - Features: Flatirons formations, ponderosa pine forest, rocky scree fields, open fields - Access: Trailhead on Highway 93, near the junction with Highway 128 - Highlights: Panoramic views of the Flatirons, Boulder Valley, and the Rocky Mountains 2- Bear Peak Summit Hike: Here are some details about the Bear Peak Summit hike: - Location: Boulder, Colorado - Elevation: 8,461 feet - Distance: 5.5 to 7 miles - Time: 4 to 7 hours - Difficulty: Challenging - Features: 360° views of the surrounding landscape, including the Continental Divide, Boulder and the Great Plains - Trailheads: Multiple options, includi...

2024 college football season is about to start and the hype around CU Buffaloes Football team is even stronger this year then last year thanks to coach Prime.  For second year in a row season tickets have been sold out. Fans are excited this year after the disappointing 2023 year where CU had a disappointing record of 4-8.   Many fans might be surprised but CU Buffaloes are the 4th most bet team to win the 2024 championship. They went from +20000 to+12500 on betting sites.   Some of the reasons why many think CU will do good is they moved back to BIG 12 conference which is easier conference now without Texas or Oklahoma. Also this will be the first year for 12 team format for playoffs.   Coach Prime has many things to prove after disappointing 2023 year.  This year will also most likely be last year for his son Shedeur Sanders  as he is projected top 3 pick in the NFL draft.  Last year he broke  the single season passing record with...

I just learned today the popular longtime fireworks show at folson field in Boulder Colorado has been canceled this year on a short notice.   For last 24 year's Wk real estate has been sponsoring the event and have decided to end it.   Now the multi agency in boulder consisting of visit boulder, CU and boulder of chamber of commerce  are looking for other ways to fund it or new sponsors.  I'm surprised the city can't fund the fireworks show themselves?  CU can pay Deion Sanders over $29.5 million but not a fireworks show?  If Boulder don't find new funding for fireworks show.  We could see more people coming to watch it in Longmont. This year Longmont fireworks show is at a new location. They want most people to watch in downtown area.  Wibbys and other places will be open.  Lmk how you feel about this and thank you for reading.

So today I learned that Boulder county is trying to get $10 million dollar funding to help number of mobile parks.  Is rare to see mobile home parks in boulder county but there are still number of them around. Many are older and need repairs and help.   If approved the funding will come from department of housing and urban development.  Here is where some of the money is being used for. They need $4.28 million to help 20 low income people replace their mobile homes. Another $2 million to help 100 low income people fix up mobile homes built after June 15, 1976.  Another $2 million to build waste water treatment facility for San souci co op.   Longmont Colorado has number of mobile home parks and many are older and rundown.  Idk how much of the money will be coming to Longmont but it can be a good new for people living in mobile home parks. For people interested learning more the county is having public hearing thru zoom every Tuesday from 5:30- 6:3...

On a beautiful Sunday afternoon I was walking along downtown Longmont Colorado.  I saw many new restaurants about to open up and constructions happening. The construction on the hotel longmont is underway and suppose to open in 2025.   Turning downtown into more vibrant and busy place. Bringing more people and visitors to walk around and enjoy food, shopping and night life.  As I was walking down 2nd and main st area I saw a free parking sign it said people can only park for 3 hrs free and unlimited on weekends and holidays.  It made me start wondering how long the parking lot will be free?  It looks like to me people would pay to park there?  I know they have some extra parking spots in the apartments but I think we could see issues with parking in the future in downtown?  Thank you for reading and lmk what you think?  

Hi foodies in Longmont Colorado. In month of June  Bella La Creama will be opening a new location right next to Dutch bros coffee around 10th and main st.   I just went by there and they had the business sign up.   Here are some information about the place.  Bella La Crema in Lyons, Colorado, is the world's first butter bar. It was opened in 2018 by Shauna Lee Strecker and offers various flavored butters. Here are some key points about Bella La Crema in Lyons, Colorado  - Offers 20 varieties of flavored, cultured butters - Butters are made with low-heat pasteurized, non-homogenized, organic cream sourced from grass-fed cows - Menu items include butter flights, grilled cheese, chicken salad, white bean and ham stew, charcuterie boards, quiche, and more - Also offers hot buttered coffee - Has a French countryside-inspired atmosphere Thank you for reading 

Hi foodies in Longmont Colorado.  Did you know Longmont was chosen as one of the cities for new In N Out burger location?  They have proposed a location next to Costco at hwy 119 and harvest moon drive.  On march 14th they had a meeting with the city and neighborhood to answer questions. Is in early stages right now but if everything gets approved it will  take about 8-9 months to build the in n out restaurant.   I never had in n out before but is very popular in California and people go crazy over it.  If longmont location gets approved this location will be very busy imo.  Hwy 119 is already busy and lots of traffic. Then you got all the costco customers.  Lmk what you love to get at In N Out and is it worth the hype? Thank you for reading

Is summer time in Longmont Colorado and we are planning on doing meetups. This is great way to meet people in the community and also get out and find something to do.   Longmont is great city to ride bicycle with many trails that even take you all the way boulder.  We can do a Sunday Longmont bike tour. Going around to different places and stop by a brewery for a drink or different businesses.     Longmont also has many nice parks for people to walk and enjoy. I was thinking we can do downtown dog walking meetups. Meet at Roosevelt park and walk to downtown and back.  We can support some small business also  Longmont has many places to eat food.  We can do a foodie meetups. Try different and new places opening up.  This is good way to try many different dishes and review a place.  I can talk to restaurant owners and get deals sometimes ? Longmont is popular for breweries.  We can meet at different breweries and share a beer ot ...

Hello, food lovers! Today, we're going to dive into the world of apple cider donuts and a unique farm in Longmont, Colorado. Located at Ya Ya Farms (6914 Ute hwy), this charming farm produces not only fresh fruits and vegetables but also some delectable treats. One of their specialties is the sweet and flavorful apple cider donuts. Now, let's get to the heart of the matter. These donuts are made from freshly pressed apple cider, creating a unique depth of flavor that's hard to resist. The result? A warm, soft treat that's simply irresistible.  So, if you find yourself in Longmont or nearby areas, be sure to stop by Ya Ya Farms and treat yourself to these delicious apple cider donuts. You can buy them 6/1- 6/2 from 10am-1pm.  It's an experience not to be missed! That's all for today's food adventures! If you enjoyed this blog don't forget to hit like and subscribe for more delicious discoveries around Longmont Colorado. Until next time, stay hungry and ke...