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Participants at a U Fix It clinic at the Maker Space at the Boulder Public Library. This is an example of a Third Space that offers community members an opportunity to come together over shared interests.

This week’s Regional Roundup takes a closer look at “Third Spaces.” These are places in our communities that aren’t home, work, or school, but still play a vital role in helping people connect. These are the spaces where we gather around shared interests, build relationships, and strengthen community ties.We start in Utah, where researchers are studying why Third Spaces matter and how they can support community well-being. From there, we highlight two literary-inspired gathering spots: a thriving Book Swap in Longmont and a new nonprofit in Colorado’s North Fork Valley that’s creating space for book lovers to come together. We also visit two libraries offering unique forms of Third Spaces, one with a makerspace, another with a music library.And we close the show in the tiny town of Bedrock, Colorado, where new owners of the historic general store are working to transform it into a vibrant community hub. Tune into the Regional Roundup on KDNK.org every Thursday at 4:30 pm.

The community menorah on the Pearl Street Mall in Boulder, Colorado.

Regional Roundup | Episode 134

This week’s Regional Roundup is a holiday special. We explore unique Christmas traditions, and share advice on navigating grief during the holidays. We'll hear how Angel Trees are helping families in need, and we take a look at Hanukkah celebrations in Boulder at the location of a deadly antisemitic attack six months ago. We round out the show by hearing about the history and significance of Kwanzaa. Tune into the Regional Roundup on KDNK.org every Thursday at 4:30 pm.