Parks, Recreation & Open Space Newsletter: September 2023

Hello, Superior! We still have some hot days left, but it's clear that fall is on its way. How about taking advantage of the cooler temps and trying out a Pickleball clinic? Or, if you're feeling more laid back, head out and enjoy the changing leaves at one of our picturesque parks. Whatever you decide, make it a fantastic day in our wonderful community.

-The Superior Parks, Recreation & Open Space Team

Thank you to everyone who made the 2023 Superior Chili & Beer Fest a success. The beer was cold, the temps were hot and so was the People's Choice Chili Competition! Congratulations to to this year's winners:

1st Place: Chili con Quesadilla
2nd Place: Stacy's Kitchen
3rd Place: Azafran
Honorable Mention: Mountain View Fire Rescue

Thanks to all of the restaurants and organizations who participated in the People's Choice Competition:

• Best Spuds
• Chili Con Quesadilla
• Rock-A-Bobbie's Outside Burger Haven
• Sunrise Senior Living
• Tequila Y Mezchal
• The Eatery @ The Sport Stable

And last, but not least, thank you to the volunteers, sponsors, partners, and residents who came to the event. We hope everyone had a great time and we look forward to seeing you again next year!

Boulder County is taking steps to improve the sustainability of the Coalton Trail by constructing drainage features to reduce erosion. The entire 2.9-mile trail will also receive a recycled asphalt surface once the drainage improvements are complete. The funding for this project comes from a partnership between the Trust for Public Lands and the City of Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks.

The trail will be closed starting in October and will reopen in early 2024. Visitors should also take note that the Coalton Trailhead and Meadowlark Trail may be closed occasionally to allow for cattle grazing and to avoid conflicts with visitors. Regular updates will be available onsite at the Coalton Trailhead (3495 McCaslin Blvd.) and online at the Coalton Trailhead webpage.

Residents are invited to a Toss & Talk on September 15, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. to play the Autrey Park disc golf course (with temporary baskets) and provide feedback before the disc golf course design is completed This program is free, however registration is requested. Discs will be provided for those that need them. (1830 Honey Creek Drive)

Come join the fun at the 2023 Plein Air Painting Festival on Saturday, Sept. 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Purple Park. (1310 S. Pitkin Ave.)

Stroll around the park and watch over a dozen artists create their masterpieces in the open air, a technique known as "en plein air," or partake in other festival activities, including live music, delicious food truck bites, free face painting, and two art creative-station tents for visitors of all ages. You can also purchase original paintings at the art sales booth!

Special opportunity for youth artists
This artsy fall-time event is now in its third year and includes a Youth Mentorship Program for youth 12 through 18 years old who can pre-register to paint alongside an artist. Contact Arts & Historical Programs Supervisor Jennifer "JG" Garner, to get signed up on a first-come, first-served basis.

We need your help
The Cultural Arts and Public Spaces (CAPS) advisory committee is looking for volunteers. Visit the Plein Air Painting Festival volunteer page to learn more.

Join doctors from Boulder Community Health for the Walk With A Doc program at Wildflower Park (3151 S. Indiana St.) on Saturday, Sept. 23 at 9 a.m. This national program, which started in 2005, is open to anyone who wants to take steps towards a healthier lifestyle. Join in on the fun and start your weekend off right by improving your overall health and keeping your heart healthy. No registration is necessary. If you have any questions Contact Recreation Coordinator Jeremy Hoffman or call 303.499.3675 x 166.

The Superior Historical Commission has collaborated with Town staff and Architectural Workshop to finalize the design of a replica building to replace the Historical Mine Camp House Museum, which was destroyed in the Marshall Fire.

The materials used in the construction were carefully chosen to meet current building codes, ADA and fire safety standards, while still maintaining a historic appearance. The design and construction documents have been completed and the Board approved Schneider Building Company for the construction phase of the Historical Museum Mine Camp replica. Construction will begin in late fall and is expected to run through early spring of 2024.

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee (PARC) hosted three public meetings for residents to provide feedback and input on the rebuilding designs for Children’s Park, Big Sagamore Park and Little Sagamore Park. Lose Design was awarded the design contract for these projects. They attended all of the public meetings and collected input from residents. Final designs were approved by the Town Board in August. The highlight of each park will be new playground equipment, each with its own theme to serve the local neighborhoods. Construction is anticipated to start in late 2023, with completion in the summer of 2024.

Concept designs are underway for a new two-story, 8,000-square-foot Civic Space located in Block 6 in Downtown Superior. Collab Architecture is working closely with Town staff and Town Advisory Committees to analyze the results of a public survey and input from Committees and the public.

Some suggestions for using this public space are library services, performance space, exhibit space, meeting/activity/maker space, event space and co-working space. Each floor includes several large glass overhead doors facing east looking onto the public plaza, high ceilings, restrooms, and storage. Lobby areas, staff offices, and various public areas will also be included in the design. The concept designs are expected to be reviewed by the Town Board on September 18, with construction starting in late 2023 and completion scheduled for the spring or summer of 2024.

The Coyote Ridge Open Space Master Plan is in progress! This plan will help guide the management of the 182 acres acquired by the Town in 2020, along with the existing open space on this south edge of Superior. SuperBloom Innovative Landscape Architecture and Design is leading the development of this plan, working closely with the Open Space Advisory Committee (OSAC). Public engagement on the Master Plan has included an initial community survey, gathering resident input at Town Events, and meeting with staff and the Open Space Advisory Committee. A second public survey will go out in September to gather additional details and preferences for trails, signs, and best management practices. Look for more details in Town communications or visit the project webpage.

The Town of Superior Fall/Winter Recreation Guide has been posted online! This guide is packed with events and programs taking place from September through December.

Featured programs starting soon:

• Pickleball Clinics & Mixers for all levels: various dates in September 
• Sustainably Living Through the 3R's: starts Sept. 20
• Brown Bag Lunch & Speaker Series: on Sept. 19
• American Heart Association, Heartsaver CPR AED: on Oct. 1
• CBArt Kids & Juniors ARTventure: starts Oct. 7 
• CBArt Toddler Art Blast: two sessions starting Oct. 5 and Oct. 7
• CBArt Create Your Own Joan Miró Inspired Sculpture: on Oct. 7 
• CBArt Toast 'n Tinker "Autumn Landscape at Sunset": on Oct. 13 
• sensAble Learning Programs, Souns® and Rymes: starts Oct. 13
• Culinary & Lifestyle Medicine Workshop Series: starts Oct. 14
• Superior Improv Co., Sketch-Comedy Writing Workshop: starts Oct. 19

Do you have questions about reserving space at the Superior Community Center? The new and improved Community Center Reservations page is here to help!

See a comprehensive list of frequently asked questions that address everything from the types of permitted room reservations, costs, food and alcohol rules, set-up and clean-up requirements and so much more. The community center is accepting online room reservations through December 2023. Room reservations for the months of January through April 2024 will open on Dec. 1 at 9 a.m.

Euchre
Most Thursdays through October
2 - 4 p.m.
Players of all levels are welcome to join in on this trick-taking game!

Mugs for Rugs
Monday, Sept. 25 through Friday, Sept. 29
1 - 4 p.m.
Reduce your risk of falls this September. Bring a throw rug to the Superior Community Center and receive a free mug! 

Brown Bag Lunch & Speaker Series
Tuesday, Oct. 17
12 - 1 p.m.
Bring your own lunch or purchase a salad or sandwich from Serendipity Tap & Café.

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