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February 4, 2025
A Parker Colorado strip mall is not where you’d expect to find two highly-acclaimed semi-finalists for The 2025 James Beard Awards.
But here they are, the husband-and-wife team of Alen Ramos and Carolyn Nugent, who opened the Poulette Bakeshop in 2021 and are staring down their second nomination in the category of Best Pastry Chef and Baker. And if you drive by their Hess Road establishment in Parker – minutes from the new homes for sale in Looking Glass – you may see patrons lined up outside to sample their sweet and savory pastries.
January 30, 2025
From the kings of stand up to the king of high tech, this weekend you can enjoy the comedy of Brian Regan and Christopher Titus or enjoy the Colorado Speaker Series’ coup, Steve Wozniak, co-founder of Apple Computers, Inc. Mary Poppins is still selling out matinees and the Paw Patrol heroes are coming to town. There are plenty of options for things to do this weekend just 10 to 20 minutes from your Looking Glass front door in Parker!
January 15, 2025
New Year’s Resolutions…have you made any? Already broken a few? Surveying the last two weeks’ worth of musings on the internet there’s no shortage of suggestions. Here’s a small sampling — a variety of unusual resolutions to consider — including a few psychological and character building suggestions we’ve NEVER heard before!
December 17, 2024
Raise your glass–it’s time for a farewell toast to 2024 and a joyful welcome to 2025. The New Year is upon us, and Parker’s calendar is chocked full of ways to celebrate.
December 13, 2024
Parker, Colorado, may not have its own ski slopes, but its prime location offers unparalleled access to some of Colorado’s most iconic skiing destinations.
Nestled just outside of Denver, this vibrant town serves as the perfect jumping-off point for a number of world-class ski resorts, picturesque Nordic trails, and scenic snowshoeing spots all within a few hours’ drive.
November 21, 2024
Parker, Colorado is a unique town that offers the rare and unique combination of a rich historical background, progressive modern comfort, and an abundance of outdoor opportunities that celebrate the beauty of the natural world.
October 25, 2024
As Halloween approaches, Parker, Colorado, comes alive with festive events and spooky activities. Whether you’re here for family fun or a thrilling night out, Parker and nearby communities offer a wide range of seasonal delights.
September 5, 2024
Fall in Colorado is iconic for good reason: the vibrant colors of autumn leaves paint the landscape in shades of gold, orange, and red that make it feel like stepping into a technicolor fantasy novel.
For those living in Parker, CO, the arrival of fall means more than just a change in temperature—it’s a time to witness the natural beauty of the region as the leaves begin to turn. Here are some of the best places to go leaf peeping in Parker and beyond, with tips on when to catch the peak colors.
May 17, 2024
Spring has stepped on the Colorado scene with its usual panache, and with summer just around the corner, Parker is the best place to experience this season of warming and blooming.
The warm weather of spring and summer brings out the best in Parker’s expansive Colorado landscape, with blossoming foliage and sunny days that beg you to roam freely outside.