Making the world a classroom for your children
Worldschooling is when when families, usually those with school-age children, leave their day-to-day lives to live abroad or in another part of the country or a community, using the world as a classroom. Julie Frieder co-authored the book, “Wonder Year: A Guide to Long-Term Family and Worldschooling” with fellow Boulder moms Angela Heisten and Annika Paradise.
Aug. 22, 2024: Aging and mental health; A healthcare victory for veterans who served at K2
As people age, physical health is often top of mind, and mental health is overlooked. For “Aging Matters on Colorado Matters,” we’ll talk about ways to cope with the Colorado Gerontological Society, a nonprofit that offers support programs for older adults including free mental health counseling. Then, what’s it like to be a Colorado delegate at the DNC? And, victory for veterans fighting for medical benefits after serving at the K2 military base in Uzbekistan. And a unique trail of dinosaur tracks!
A Colorado Springs veteran helps win the long fight for expanded medical benefits
A huge victory this month for veterans fighting for expanded medical benefits after being exposed to toxic chemicals while serving at an Army base known as K2 in Uzbekistan. Troops say they experienced serious health conditions as a result. And after a decades-long fight, the VA has finally removed barriers to them receiving treatment.
Aug. 20, 2024: DNC delegates have new hope for election; Teachers union head on school year ahead
By day, Colorado’s convention delegates attend meetings to get motivated for the long election season. At night, they hear from the party’s most prominent leaders. Then, as kids return to school the head of the Colorado Education Association outlines the challenges and opportunities ahead. Also, exposure to the sun can be extra hard for people with darker skin. And, why Colorado raised the drinking age.
Aug. 15, 2024: The Museum for Black Girls celebrates artistry, culture and heritage
The Museum for Black Girls in downtown Denver honors the accomplishments, resilience and “magic’’ of Black women around the world and inspires new generations. Colorado Matters co-host Chandra Thomas Whitfield toured the interactive exhibits with students from the Opening Act Theatre Camp.
Aug. 13, 2024: Aging Matters on avoiding real estate scams; How sports benefit kids beyond the game
What’s next now that former Mesa County clerk Tina Peters has been convicted on seven charges connected to breaching election system security? Then, “Aging Matters” on how to avoid real estate scams. Plus, working through challenges to harvest Olathe sweet corn. Also, Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra on bird flu in Colorado. And how Project Play is working to make sports accessible to all kids.
Aug. 8, 2024: New election challenge for county clerks; Ballroom culture makes its mark in Colorado
Colorado’s county clerks have been fighting back against disinformation and election lies for years. But this election, there’s a twist — Artificial Intelligence — and they’re training to ensure election integrity, before and after the vote. Then, ballroom culture has been sweeping the nation — and the world — for more than 40 years. How the spirit of the LGBTQ sub-culture that originated in New York City in the 1960s is shaping pop culture globally today, and making its mark here in Colorado. Plus, finding the right tree for your yard.
Aug. 6, 2024: Denver Mayor Mike Johnston on the challenges ahead; Meet Olympic cyclist Olivia Cummins
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston is optimistic as he takes on the high cost of housing, reducing homelessness and rebuilding trust with the police. Then, a job fair that helps people with felony records start over. Plus, meet Colorado cyclist Olivia Cummins as she makes her Olympic debut and celebrates her birthday at the same time. And Aging Matters looks at the importance of advance medical planning.
Taste of Ethiopia celebrates 10 years of cuisine, culture, and community
Colorado’s Ethiopian community comes together each summer for the Taste of Ethiopia. The festival marks ten years this weekend with cuisine and culture that celebrates connection and togetherness. Nebiyu Asfaw is co-founder and organizer of the festival. Cara Becknell is a volunteer. They spoke with Chandra Thomas Whitfield.
July 30, 2024: From county clerk to courtroom, what led to charges against Tina Peters
The trial of former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters is scheduled to begin tomorrow, July 31, 2024 after a series of delays. She’s charged after she used her position to help Donald Trump’s false claims of a stolen election.
July 24, 2024: The freedom of cycling is ageless; Ensuring inclusivity in scouting
The feeling of the wind in your hair. That’s the freedom the nonprofit “Cycling Without Age Littleton” works to give older Coloradans as a way to combat loneliness and stay active. Then, the fight to ensure inclusivity in Scouting America, formerly known as the Boy Scouts. And tracing the history of a long-forgotten amusement park in Denver.
The fight to ensure scouting is inclusive to all children, leaders
The stated mission of the Boy Scouts, now known as Scouting America, is to “prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.”
But what happens when an organization founded on those principles is accused of turning its back on an entire group of people, leading to a legal battle for change?
July 18, 2024: How big a concern is the bird flu?; Opening the great outdoors to Colorado preschoolers
The headlines may sound alarming: at least six human cases of bird flu in Colorado. We’ll get some context about what that means. Then, Colorado is unique in the nation when it comes to teaching preschoolers outdoors. We’ll hear why that can improve their ability to learn. Plus, embracing wellness at a farmer’s market that works to eliminate food deserts. And we go on a stravage to benefit the body and the mind.
Beyond food, this farmer’s market is about whole body wellness, with a little fun along the way!
This year’s 14th annual farmer’s market is open every Saturday through October 12 at the Charles Cousin Plaza next to the Blair Caldwell African American Research Library in Denver’s historic Five Points neighborhood.
July 16, 2024: CU Boulder’s new chancellor on challenges, opportunities; A Winter Park jazz tradition
The University of Colorado Boulder has a new chancellor for the first time in 15 years. Justin Schwartz talks about the challenges and opportunities ahead at the state’s flagship university. Then, three players with ties to Colorado lead Team USA’s 3X3 Men’s Basketball team. And the 41st annual Winter Park Jazz Festival is back! We revisit how it’s become a multi-generational summertime tradition.
How the Winter Park Jazz Festival became a multi-generational summertime tradition
It’s become a summer ritual for many Coloradans. More than four decades of music, emanating through the crisp mountain air. The 41st Annual Winter Park Jazz Festival returns this weekend, featuring artists Anthony Hamilton, Stokely, Average White Band and Lalah Hathaway, to name a few. Becky Taylor is the longtime emcee and arguably the face of the fest. Tracy and Stephanie Williams, sisters who live in Aurora, have been faithful attendees for years.
