A group of six college friends took Leslie's Textured Silver Ring Making Class at the Boulder…read moreMetalsmithing Association, and we had such a great time! Leslie was a wonderful instructor, and the class was both fun and incredibly hands-on. We learned several different techniques for creating texture on silver and then went through the entire ring-making process--from shaping and sizing the silver to soldering the ring together and finishing and polishing it. We learned a lot, but Leslie made everything approachable even for beginners. Best of all, we each came home with an amazing, genuinely high-quality silver ring that we made ourselves. It didn't feel like just a fun craft project--the finished rings are beautiful pieces of jewelry that we'll actually wear. An unexpected bonus was having their social media person stop by and do a personal photo shoot for our group while we were making our rings! It made the experience even more fun and memorable, and we can't wait to see the photos! Such a unique experience to do with a group of friends. We had a wonderful time and would absolutely recommend Leslie's class!

We had an amazing small group class with Leslie. She guided us through making a textured silver…read morering that reflected our own individuality. Leslie was so generous with her expertise, time, and assistance as we tried our hands at jewelry making. Highly recommend!!

Amazing experience! Bryan is so informative on all the things my wife and I were going to do…read morethroughout our lesson. He explained the process, allowed and answered question, very interactive and made it fun and enjoyable. The pieces of our work were amazing thanks to his knowledge and patience. If you ever have a chance to meet Bryan, take a lesson, you will enjoy it tremendously.

Amazing glass blowing! BGOLD is an accomplished artist, craftsperson, and also a musician. Most…read moreimportantly, this small business is run, by a kind, caring, honest hardworking couple. They are assets to the community.

Incredible service. Amazingly quick. Website super easy to navigate. Thank you Mariposa!read more

I have always looked forward to Mothers Day and the beautiful arrangements I've received from…read moreMariposa. My kids live in New York so they are trusting the florist to deliver something special. This year they delivered a scraggly potted petunia that had not one single blossom nor the hint of any blossoms to come. What a disappointment. I seriously can't believe they had to deliver this plant to anyone. I won't express to my kids the quality of what was sent in their name but will make sure they do not use Mariposa in the future

This review is just for the Chili Bowl fundraiser at the Pottery Lab. This is the 10 th anniversary…read moreevent and it has evolved into a very enjoyable event. As a neighbor, the starting years were very problematic with trash, noise, and disorganization. The chili contestants ave improved their quality and serving ability. There are different contestants from the earlier years. There are many styles, red and green chili, meat, vegetarian and vegan.They really have Boulder covered. There are adequate tables and chairs and especially convenient trash bins. The number and size of the bowls has improved. Now that Groundwork's is in charge, there is more than just pottery to buy in the craft sales as they teach other arts at other locations. The staffing is plentiful and staff easily identified by quality shirts. I tried chili from several options though I could not use all five tickets that come with the bowl as I need to have yet another meal today. I chose from restaurants where I have eaten , a catering service I have used and The Academy Senior Living which happens to be in the same neighborhood with a really good chef who used to cook at a now closed by retirement, restaurant where we ate regularly. I didn't want to do more than that number and decided familiar places gave me a judge of general capability on a dish I rarely order out. My ranking first in overall flavor, appearance and ingredients goes to the Post which surprised me as I rarely chicken chili anywhere and I do not like beer at all. But the ingredients here really came together, chicken, beans, corn, topped with cotija, cilantro, lime . My second goes to The West End Tavern which was excellent with brisket and a bbq sauce style, cheese on top. Good, but more expected and brisket good quality and tender. Third ranked is the Academy for sheer inventiveness that really came together. Pineapple was a treat to find to sweeten and spark and the crunch of the toasted corn nuts added a lot. At a $25 price for a bowl to keep and support programs here, it's well worth another year to participate again.

I took a beginner clay class and it was disappointing. The instructor did not want to be teaching…read moreand basically started out the class with a brief instruction and told the class that she would not tolerate questions during class time if it required her to repeat something she already said. She basically worked on her own pieces, did not circulate to help the students or foster a sense of community, and was rude. Her instruction regarding glaze appearance after firing was incorrect so the pieces did not turn out like she described they would and she did not provide glaze samples. She did not seem to care in the least. I filled out the feedback survey accordingly. More recently, I decided to give it another try and take a class but the registration link is inactive (registration is open) and the website is not maintained well and looks unprofessional (works overlapping words). They can do so much better!

We love Mira and her wonderfully accessible nature. It's clear she loves kids and works so well…read morewith them. What is different about Mira and Sunshine Pottery Studio is her refreshingly balanced take on working with kids. She is great at instructing but knows when to give them room to experiment. In short, she TRUSTS them and their paths! So, so important in nurturing their innate curiosity and creativity!

I was looking for a camp that would engage my almost-12 year old and was so happy to have found…read moreMira at Sunshine Pottery Studio. Truly impressed. She went above and beyond to help my daughter through some frustrating moments and she took the time to talk with me about how my daughter was struggling. I was so grateful for her insight and patience with the kids. My daughter has gone to back-to-back camps for years, but this one stood out in the top 3 overall!

They made a beautiful florall arrangement for my sister-in-law, who was in the hospital. When the…read morehospital staff dropped the ball on delivering the flowers to her room, the woman at Thyme and Seasons personally went to the hospital, tracked down the flowers and made sure they got delivered. Further, she offered to freshen Apronhag11 arrangement if need be. She even went the extra mile and delivered a second beautiful bud vase of flowers the next day. Great way to do business and I was so impressed by the beauty of the flowers she put together.

CBArt is conveniently located in the Superior marketplace and offers a wide range of activities to…read morethe community in an inviting studio. The space is bright and welcoming, with blue and white walls adorned with art. Cora, the artist, and her partner Steve are both friendly and professional, making each experience truly unique. They invite aspiring artists of all ages to unleash their inner creativity, providing high-quality classes designed to foster self-expression and learning. CBArt offers a wide variety of programs for both kids and adults across different mediums, such as stained glass and painting. There's something for everyone: paint and sip nights, art openings, corporate team-building, baby shower, birthdays, and camps for all ages. A beautiful and fun place for all!

I went to see The Prom at Arts Hub back in 2024, and I was delighted to see such a fantastic and…read moreinclusive community theater production! Especially with the recent closures of many performance spaces in Boulder County, this is a true gem. Plus, they sometimes have live music concerts, like Hazel Miller, who absolutely rules live.

Such a fantastic opportunity for the Colorado Arts scene. We've seen several shows- both kids and…read moreadults. The level of talent is amazing-especially in the adults. Easily put up there with Arvada Center or old BDT. Personally, my child has participated in several shows/classes. Incredibly impressed at the level of professionalism, class/camp offerings, and talent/knowledge of instructors. (I kind of question some of the negative reviews out there, maybe people thought they/child deserved a different role? LOL!) I would highly recommend.