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Credit Union Membership and KGNU VisaŽ Platinum Credit Cards You can support KGNU every time you use your Visa Platinum Credit Card. A 4.9 % rate is available on balance transfers. Sign up for the new card through our longtime partner, the BME Federal Credit Union. All KGNU members are eligible to join this not-for-profit financial institution. 10/05/09 more info
Support KGNU through Workplace Giving KGNU is proud to partner with Community Shares of Colorado to connect donors who want to support us through payroll contributions at work.Each year Community Shares raises more than $1.5 million for local nonprofit organizations, including us, with an average workplace giving donations of $1 a day. A paycheck contribution of $1 a day - $5 each work week adds up to a $260 annual donation! Do you have an employee giving campaign at work? If you do, please choose KGNU Community Radio as the recipient of your workplace giving pledge. 11/03/11 more info
Testify for KGNU Why do you support KGNU? Would you like to tell our listeners about it? Let us know! Click here for more information. 01/30/12 more info
KGNU Mardi Gras Dance with JoJo Reed & The Happy Hill Zydeco Band JoJo Reed and the Happy Hill Zydeco Band from Louisiana will play for a true Mardi Gras dance featuring Zydeco, Blues, Waltz, and Swing dancing 8:00 to 11:00 p.m., with traditional Zydeco dance lessons taught at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $20 general admission, $10 with valid student ID and may purchased at the door or in advance here There will be delicious Oskar Blues food for purchase. 01/12/12 more info
Donate Your Old Car to Support KGNU Donating your old vehicle is an easy way to support community radio. Avoid the hassle of selling it yourself, get a tax deduction and help KGNU! 11/06/08 more info
KGNU Live on your iPhone You can now listen to KGNU live on your iPhone and iPod Touch with the Public Radio Player iPhone application. Get the app through the iTunes App Store or in the App Store on your iPhone. More info. 12/16/08 more info
Android Tune In Help KGNU fans with Android phones can access KGNU's streams by using services such as TuneIn or Just Playlists. Now you can have your favorite community radio station with you everywhere. 09/21/11 more info
Madame Andrews featured in Denver Post KGNU's living legend of Gospel, Madame Andrews, was featured in a wonderful article by Tina Griego in the Denver Post. You can read the article and view a short video here. Madame Andrews has been the foundation of KGNU's Gospel Chime Hour for decades. Her health has limited her participation in the program to only a few shining moments each year. 12/19/11 more info
KGNU Joins Pacifica for Live Coverage of the State of the Union Address Tune in Tuesday from 7-9pm for live coverage of President Obama's State of the Union address. It will be followed by commentary and discussion by Pacifica Radio's news team. 01/20/12 more info
KGNU Quarterly Email Newsletter KGNU's quarterly email newsletter for Winter 2011 was recently sent out. If you didn't happen to catch it in your inbox, you can check out the online version and find out how to be added to the email list. 12/07/11 more info
Board of Directors Meeting Join us for the monthly meeting of KGNU's board of directors. We promise to keep it from being too boring. 01/06/12 more info
New Volunteer Orientations KGNU is holding New Volunteer Orientations at our Boulder and Denver studios. If you've ever thought about getting involved with community media--on the air and off the air--attending an orientation session is the best place to start. 04/27/10 more info
Destination Freedom: Black Radio Days Click here to stream or download Monday's broadcast of "The Freedom Rides" from Destination Freedom: Black Radio Days. 11/16/11 more info
Community Advisory Board meeting Join us for the next meeting of KGNU's Community Advisory Board. 11/28/11 more info
Board of Directors Meeting Please join us for the monthly meeting of KGNU's board of directors. 10/08/11 more info
KGNU Secret Show #2 KGNU continues our Secret Show fundraiser tradition of 2010 with another installment of beautiful music at the historic Odd Fellows Lodge (1543 Pearl Street) in Boulder. This year our tradition continues with our cryptically named secret guests: Bad Ripper and The Holy Otter Clan Rangers. More information. Buy Tickets Online. ($15 Members / $17 General Admission and Day of Show) Looking for Clues? 11/10/11 more info
Colorado Gives Day Please join Coloradans across the state on Tuesday, December 6, in supporting KGNU Community Radio. Simply go to http://www.givingfirst.org/kgnu. Then click on the orange 'Donate Now' and enter the donation information as directed. Each year, a percentage of donations made to local nonprofits through www.GivingFirst.org will be increased through an incentive fund provided by Community First Foundation and First Bank.NOTE: Due to high demand, Colorado Gives Day has been extended to noon on Wednesday, December 7th. 11/02/11 more info
Greg Palast Returns to the Front Range Greg Palast is coming to Denver and Boulder for two talks in support of his new book Vulture's Picnic, to benefit KGNU Community Radio.Noam Chomsky says Greg Palast "...upsets all the right people." In Britain, The Guardian calls him, "The most important investigative reporter of our time."A book signing will follow each talk, with books available for purchase from our friends at Lefthand Books Buy tickets for Greg Palast at the Mercury Cafe Buy tickets for Greg Palast at the Boulder Unity Church 10/20/11 more info
City, O' Series KGNU's City O' Series continues tonight with a live broadcast from City O' City (206 East 13th Avenue Denver, CO) and will conclude with a final broadcast on 12/14 featuring Bad Weather California performing acoustic and electric sets. 10p-Midnight on Sound Lab. 11/16/11 more info
Board of Directors Annual Meeting It's that time of year again. Time for the KGNU board's annual meeting. We'll hear reports from each staff member about the past year's accomplishments and plans for the next year. We'll also elect the board's officers. As always, the board meeting is open to the public. 11/02/11 more info
KGNU is Sponsoring StoryCorps in Denver KGNU is excited to be hosting StoryCorps in Denver through November 4. If you'd like to record a conversation with a loved one, make a reservation here or call 800-850-4406. 09/13/11 more info
Sustainer of Local Radio (SOLR) Automatic withdrawals from your bank account are the most economical way to support KGNU.No credit card fees, no expiration dates, less postage & paper costs- it is greener and easier all the way around.If you'd like to be a Sustainer of Local Radio, or SOLR member that supports community radio on a monthly basis, please click here to download this form, sign and return it to KGNU. 06/27/11 more info
Juan Gonzalez & Joseph Torres in Conversation w/ Denver Post's Tina Griego Juan Gonzalez, co-host of Democracy Now!, and Joseph Torres of Free Press will visit Denver on their US book tour as a benefit for KGNU, in support of their book News for All the People: the Epic Story of Race and the American Media.$10 for KGNU members and $15 for the general public 10/05/11 more info
Music Specials for the Fall Fund Drive KGNU will be presenting a number of special music programs during our Fall 2011 Fund Drive. Mark your calendars for a live broadcast with Nathaniel Rateliff and specials on Fela Kuti, Pete Townshend, The Grateful Dead, and more. Full details. 10/11/11 more info
News Specials for the Fall Fund Drive KGNU will feature special News programming during our Fall Fund Drive. Interviews with Greg Palast, a special call-in edition of Naturally, and more. 10/13/11 more info
iPad2 Drawing During the KGNU Fall Fund Drive you can enter to win an Apple iPad 2. At the $60 pledge level you can choose as your thank you gift an onMouseOut="swap('plant_img','plant')" class="back"entry in the iPad 2 giveaway. We will draw the name of the winner on Friday, October 21st at the end of the Afternoon Sound Alternative. Additional drawing details. 10/13/11 more info
City, O' Series: Nathaniel Rateliff KGNU kicks off our Fall Pledge Drive with a live broadcast from City, O' City (206 East 13th Avenue, Denver) on 10/12 from 10pm-Midnight. Nathaniel Rateliff will perform a live acoustic set during the broadcast. The event is free and City, O' City will be donating 10% of their revenue from the entire day to help get KGNU's Fall fundraising rolling. See you there. 10/05/11 more info
Free MP3 Compilation For a limited time, advocates of the 170 Million Americans for Public Radio campaign can download a free MP3 compilation including sixteen tracks from artists such as Tom Waits, Mavis Staples, Wilco, Jolie Holland, Man Man, and more. 08/10/11 more info
Schedule Changes KGNU is making some changes to our Saturday evening programming. Starting Saturday 9/24 the Grateful Dead Hour will return to its original time of 8pm. The critically-acclaimed Radiolab program will broadcast at 7pm. Jam Sandwich will air a farewell broadcast on 9/17. More information is available here. 09/15/11 more info
3rd Annual Mouse's Pie R Square Dance Come on out for pies, ice cream, music and square dancing with the band Lizard Spring at Mouse's Pie R Square Dance, Sunday, October 2, 2-6 PM at the Altona Grange. The historic Grange is located at the corner of 39th Street and Nelson Road, between Boulder and Lyons. The physical address is 9386 N 39th Street Longmont 08/17/10 more info
New Program Guide KGNU's new program guide is popping up in listener-member mailboxes and events and venues all over the front range. It's also available as a digital edition. If you haven't seen one yet, use your electronic thumbs to flip through articles on Noam Chomsky, Loretta Lynn, Quantic, and more. Check it out. 08/09/11 more info
Radio Documentary: Fire on the Mountain: How Gold Hill Was Saved On Wednesday September 7th, we aired a special radio documentary on the one year anniversary of the Four Mile Fire. Listen again here. 09/04/11 more info
KGNU Board of Directors Meeting Join us for the monthly meeting of KGNU's board of directors and witness the deep, dark inner workings of the community radio. 09/07/11 more info
9/11's Imprint on America: Ten Years Later Listen on Sunday September 11th from 1-6 PM as we join the Pacifica Radio network in memorializing the events of tens years ago and investigating who we have become as a country since then.Tune in at 88.5 FM or 1390 AM Boulder/Denver, 93.7 FM Nederland or online. 09/07/11 more info
Four Mile Fire One Year Anniversary Radio Documentary Wednesday September 7th at 9.00 a.m., tune in for a special KGNU radio documentary Fire in the Mountain: How Gold Hill Was Saved. 09/04/11 more info
We're Celebrating Seven Years on the Air at 1390 AM! We've been on the air at 1390 AM for seven years, and it's time to celebrate. In the last hour of Blues Legacy, we'll simulcast a broadcast with the Open Media Foundation from our Denver studio with live blues from The Duke Street Kings. Come down, see the show live, and enjoy a First Friday in the Santa Fe Arts District. 09/02/11 more info
KGNU Bimonthly New Volunteer Orientation KGNU holds our New Volunteer Orientations every other month. On the first Thursday of the odd-numbered months, you can attend an orientation in either Denver or Boulder. 09/26/09 more info
East Colfax Scratch Academy Shirts A limited number of t-shirts for KGNU's East Colfax Scratch Academy are now available with your pledge of support of $88.50. More information on the shirts is available here. 07/06/11 more info
How Does Your Garden Grow? How Does Your Garden Grow? is a KGNU series looking at people in the community who are involved in local food production - many for the first time. 07/21/11 more info
KGNU Board of Directors Meeting Join us for the monthly meeting of KGNU's board of directors. 08/04/11 more info
Political Comedian Will Durst Performs as a Fundraiser for KGNU Comedian Will Durst returns to Boulder in support of KGNU. Local comedian John "Hippieman" Novosad will open the show. Tickets are $10 in advance for KGNU Listener Members. They will be available at the door, while they last, day of show for $15. Call KGNU at 303-449-4885 to reserve your tickets. 11/27/06 more info
RockyGrass Live Broadcasts KGNU will once again be broadcasting live from RockyGrass. We'll be back stage to bring you evening highlights and live performances from this sold out event. This year we will be live Saturday 7/30 AND Sunday 7/31 from 9:00am-1:00pm.Listen for highlights from the Del McCoury Band, David Grisman Bluegrass Experience, Peter Rowan Bluegrass Band, Bryan Sutton & The String Set, Steve Martin & The Steep Canyon Rangers, and more. More details here.Tune in to 88.5 FM Boulder, 1390 AM Denver, 93.7 FM Nederland or stream online here. 07/22/11 more info
23rd Annual Charles Sawtelle Mountain Jam The 23rd Annual Mountain Jam is now completely sold out. Thank you to everyone who has purchased a ticket, we look forward to seeing you tomorrow. Remember to car pool if you can, and bring lots of sunscreen, extra water and dancing shoes. ;) Please do not come up without a ticket. We have limited capacity and it has been reached. Hope to see you next year! 06/09/10 more info
Board of Directors Meeting Please join us for the monthly meeting of KGNU's board of directors. 07/08/11 more info
KGNU Presents a 3-day Youth Radio Workshop for Teens KGNU will offer a 3-day workshop for teens aged 12-19 years old, July 11-13. The classes will cover in-studio radio broadcast skills, field recording basics, using sound editing software, how to be a music disc jockey, creating a news feature and/or radio drama and much more. 06/14/11 more info
Our Nederland transmitter at 93.7 FM is off the air Due to a power outage at the transmitter site in Ned, we're off the air at 93.7 FM. Please tune in online! We hope to have power restored as soon as possible. 07/10/11 more info
Schedule Changes KGNU has made some changes to our schedule. We have added Al Jazeera Radio weekdays 5:30-6:00am. Smash It Back! brings a special mix of "Classic Punk & Other Junk" to the airwaves on Friday evenings from 11:00pm-Midnight starting June 3rd. 05/19/11 more info
Coffintop Fire 6-30 The Coffintop Fire continues to burn in a remote part of northern Boulder County, west of Lyons. The fire is 20 acres and 70% contained.Boulder County's Hall Ranch Open Space is closed until further notice./" target="_blank"Boulder Office of Emergency Management and The U.S. Forest Service have the latest emergency information about the fire. 06/26/11 more info
East Colfax Scratch Academy The East Colfax Scratch Academy is a music education project of KGNU. We've been teaching the art of turntablism to students from East High School. The latest graduation performance at Twist & Shout for Spring students was featured on 9 News. More info and video. 05/19/11 more info
Bike to Work Breakfast Station KGNU will sponsor a Bike to Work Breakfast Station at 4700 Walnut Street. We will be serving cobbler, bagels, fruit, juice, coffee and tea to all bikers from 6:45-9:00 a.m. Stop by and check out YOUR community radio station. 06/23/08 more info
KGNU Community Advisory Board Meeting The public is invited to the next meeting of KGNU's Community Advisory BoardCome and tell us what you think about the station's programming and service to the community. For more information on the Community Advisory Board, contact KGNU Station Manager Sam Fuqua 303-449-4885. 06/06/11 more info
KGNU Will Broadcast Live from the Denver PrideFest On Sunday 6/19 from 2-5 PM, we will broadcast live from the 35th annual Denver PrideFest at Civic Center Park. 06/14/11 more info
Federal Funding of Community Radio Congress begins debating the 2012 federal budget this summer and some lawmakers are expected to again propose elimination of funding for public broadcasting. 05/18/11 more info
KGNU Board of Directors Meeting Join us for the monthly meeting of KGNU's board of directors. 06/06/11 more info
2011 Gold Lab Symposium KGNU's How on Earth science team attended the 2nd annual Gold Lab Symposium, "Time: The Dalliance with Improved Healthcare." 05/16/11 more info
KGNU 33rd Birthday Garden Party & Bluegrass Bash Please join the KGNU Community for our Annual Garden Party and Birthday Celebration. This year's bash again includes plants of all shapes and sizes, local handmade crafts, live bluegrass provided by Magnolia Row and all-you-can-eat pancakes. 04/01/10 more info
Noam Chomsky CDs and DVDs Click here for information about ordering a CD or DVD of Noam Chomsky's recent talks in Boulder and Denver. 04/25/11 more info
KGNU Board Meeting The monthly meeting of the KGNU Board of Directors is Tuesday, May 10, at 6 pm in our Boulder studio, 4700 Walnut St. 05/10/11 more info
First Friday Artist Reception with Brad Hatch Join photographer Brad Hatch at his KGNU Hallway Gallery opening! 05/03/11 more info
Antonia Juhasz will speak to benefit KGNU Antonia Juhasz, author of The Tyranny of Oil, has a new book titled Black Tide. Antonia will speak at the Boulder Bookstore on behalf of KGNU. The $8 ticket price includes a coupon good for $5 off of Black Tide or $5 off a purchase the day of the event. 04/25/11 more info
Funding of Community Radio Under Attack in Congress The House of Representatives voted to eliminate funding for local public television and radio stations through the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. The next vote on this proposed budget will take place in the U.S. Senate. 01/06/11 more info
Chomsky Tickets Almost Sold Out Noam Chomsky returns to Boulder tonight as a benefit for KGNU and a celebration of the 25th anniversary of David Barsamian's Alternative Radio. A limited number of tickets will be available at the door for $30. Doors open at 6:00 PM and the remaining tickets are expected to sell quickly. So if you still need a ticket, we suggest you arrive as close to 6:00 PM as possible. 02/25/11 more info
Spring Membership Drive KGNU has raised $158,000 during our Spring Membership Drive. Our goal is $200,000. Call 303-449-4885 or 800-737-3030 to make a donation or contribute securely online. We need your support now more than ever.KGNU's Boulder office will be open 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. weekdays for pledge payment and gift fulfillment. 02/26/08 more info
Board of Directors Meeting Please join us for the monthly meeting of KGNU's board of directors. 04/08/11 more info
KGNU and Grant Family Farms Help You Fill Local Food Banks KGNU and Grant Family Farms are partnering with you to help local families in need. For every membership pledge we receive, KGNU and Grant Family Farms CSA will donate five pounds of fresh, locally grown organic food to a local food bank. More info. 03/10/10 more info
Premium pick-up in Denver We will have premium thank-you gifts available to our Denver area listener-members at our Denver studio. 04/21/07 more info
Indian Gulch and Evergreen Fires Fires in Jefferson County have consumed more than 1200 acres and forced the evacuation of 125 homes. For up to date information on the fires go to http://jeffcosheriff1.blogspot.com. 03/22/11 more info
Power outage at FM transmitter There is a power outage at our FM transmitter site this afternoon (Wed. 3/23). We are in contact with Xcel Energy and expect to have power restored later today. 03/23/11 more info
Wildfire info Two small wildfires have broken out in Boulder County this morning. Click here for more information. 03/11/11 more info
KGNU will shut down our FM transmitter for tower repairs KGNU's 88.5 FM signal will be off the air from midnight until 5:00 AM Saturday morning, 3/12/11. This is necessary to accommodate work being done by another tenant on the tower that holds our FM antenna. During periods of FM outage, our programming will still be available on 1390 AM, and streaming online at kgnu.org. We appreciate your patience and support. 03/11/11 more info
Board of Directors Meeting Join us for the monthly meeting of KGNU's board of directors. All board meetings are open to the public. 03/05/11 more info
Kids Week Starting Monday February 28th, a week of special programming by and about children. Click here to listen to archives of this week's programs online. 02/24/11 more info
Homelessness Marathon KGNU is proud to broadcast the 14th annual Homelessness Marathon. From Wednesday February 23rd starting at 7pm until Thursday February 24th, 6am. Listen live at 88.5 FM and 1390 AM Boulder/Denver and 93.7 FM Nederland, stream online here, or watch streaming video from Free Speech TV here. 02/22/11 more info
Democracy Now Special on Egypt A special second hour of Democracy Now from 8.30-9.30am on Friday February 11th, looking at events in Egypt. 02/10/11 more info
KGNU Board of Directors Meeting Please join us for the monthly meeting of KGNU's Board of Directors. This month's meeting will be held at 7:00 at our Boulder studio. 02/02/11 more info
Democracy Now: Uprising in Egypt: Sunday - 4-6pm On Sunday February 6th, from 4-6pm, a 2 hour special broadcast by Democracy Now, on the Egyptian uprising and the growing pro-democracy protests across the Arab world. 02/05/11 more info
KGNU T-Shirts KGNU's latest T-shirt is available for purchase for $15. 03/10/10 more info
Mountain Sun's 17 Years of Funky Good Times The Mountain Sun Pub & Brewery celebrates seventeen years of business with a benefit concert for KGNU. Once again The Pearl Street All-Stars will take the stage for an evening of funky good times. This time out, the band will feature George Porter Jr., Karl Denson, Kyle Hollingsworth, Alan Evans and Davy Knowles. Liebermonster will open. Liebermonster will open the evening, and the Mountain Sun's award winning brews will be available at celebratory prices and all proceeds from this event will go to support KGNU. 10/13/09 more info
Colorado Music Gear Swap A large selection of new, used and vintage instruments, stage gear, studio gear, and more will be available. Master musicians clinics and product demos will occur throughout the day as well. Partial proceeds from this event will benefit KGNU. 01/12/11 more info
KGNU's Top 100 for 2010 2010 brought an incredible collection of music to KGNU's airwaves. The 100 most played recordings on KGNU in 2010 are now available for you to explore. 01/01/11 more info
KGNU is Seeking a Membership Director We seek an energetic, committed, personable Membership Director, responsible for implementing and overseeing the activities of the Membership Department, which provides 60-70 percent of the station's operating income. The application deadline is Jan. 17, 2011. The full job description is here. 12/16/10 more info
KGNU's FM Signal Will Be Off the Air on Thursday Morning KGNU's 88.5 FM signal will be off the air from midnight until 5:00 AM Thursday morning, 1/13/11. This is necessary to accommodate work being done by another tenant on the tower that holds our FM antenna. During periods of FM outage, our programming will still be available on 1390 AM, and streaming online at kgnu.org. We appreciate your patience and support. 01/06/11 more info
Board of Directors Meeting Join us for the monthly meeting of KGNU's board of directors. The public is always welcome. 01/04/11 more info
Use Your IRA to Make a Year-End Gift to KGNU If you're age 70 or older and have an individual retirement account, you might be able to use your IRA to make a year-end contribution of up to $10,000 directly to KGNU with no tax penalty through 2011. 12/14/09 more info
PTFP Funding Under Attack in Congress The Public Telecommunications Facilities Program (PTFP) is under attack in the US CongressPTFP provides federal matching grants to public radio and television stations to help purchase critical equipment. 08/05/10 more info
Fall Membership Drive Thank you to each and every person who made a donation during our Fall Membership Drive. We have successfully raised $200,000 for our operating expenses, and we could not have done it without you. Seasons Greetings! 09/23/10 more info
Board of Directors Meeting Join us for the monthly meeting of KGNU's board of directors. 12/09/10 more info
12/9: KGNU Secret Show at The Odd Fellows Lodge This show is SOLD OUT! An amazing night of acoustic music at the historic Odd Fellows Lodge in Boulder. A secret show to benefit KGNU. Don't miss out on this unique concert event. Secret show details and info. 11/17/10 more info
East Colfax Scratch Academy - Graduation Performance The East Colfax Scratch Academy is a music education project of KGNU. We've been teaching the art of turntablism to students from East High School. On Wednesday the first students from the project will conduct a graduation performance at Twist & Shout from 4:30-6:00 pm. The public is encouraged to attend the event. Coverage from Denver Post's Reverb blog. 11/30/10 more info
Resources for Those Offering and Needing Fourmile Fire Help We are compiling a list of resources for those who have been affected by the Fourmile Fire and need assistance, and for those who can offer help. 09/10/10 more info
Board of Directors Annual Meeting It's time for the Annual Meeting of the KGNU Board of Directors. We'll hear recaps of the past year from KGNU staff and committees and we'll elect the board's officers for the next year. As with all board meetings, this is open to the public. 11/02/09 more info
Community Advisory Board meeting The public is invited to the next meeting of KGNU's Community Advisory Board 10/19/10 more info
Amy Goodman Returns to Boulder in a Fundraiser for KGNU Amy Goodman, award-winning host of the daily, internationally broadcast radio and television program Democracy Now!, returns to Boulder to give a benefit talk for KGNU Community Radio & Fraser Valley Community Media. 10/14/10 more info
2010 Election Coverage KGNU is covering the 2010 elections with in depth discussions on ballot issues and gubernatorial, congressional and senate races. 09/23/10 more info
Fall Premium Pick-up dates KGNU's Fall Membership Goal is $200,000 and 2200 members. Pledge now to keep your favorite station thriving!Click here for info about paying your pledge and picking up your thank-you gifts, including when you can do so at our Denver studios. 09/03/08 more info
KGNU is Participating in Conflict Resolution Month in Colorado KGNU is proud to once again participate in Conflict Resolution Month. 10/06/10 more info
KGNU is Seeking a Development Director We seek a development professional who can strengthen our existing donor relationships in the metro area, develop new relationships and lead our fundraising efforts. Our ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable asking for money and assertive with people in setting up fundraising and donor appointments. Application deadline extended to Oct. 27th. The full job description is here. 08/12/10 more info
KGNU Phone Survey Talmey-Drake Research is conducting a brief telephone survey for KGNU. 10/04/10 more info
Board of Directors Meeting The KGNU board of directors will hold its monthly meeting. The public is always welcome. 10/05/10 more info
Audio Archives of Fourmile Canyon Stories We offer complete recordings of interviews from those directly affected by the Fourmile Canyon File. 09/09/10 more info
Board of Directors Meeting Please join us for the monthly meeting of KGNU's board of directors. 09/09/10 more info
Working on our FM signal We are experiencing problems on our FM signal, and are working to rectify it today. We appreciate your patience. 08/26/10 more info
KGNU Celebrates Six Years in Denver In conjunction with the September First Friday Artwalk on the Santa Fe Art District, KGNU is having a party to celebrate our sixth anniversary on 1390 AM in Denver, at our Denver studio. 08/24/10 more info
Power outage at our FM transmitter site There is an Xcel Energy power outage at our FM transmitter site in Louisville. Xcel has been working to fix this since last night, and estimates power restoration at 11:30 this morning. In the meantime, you can tune in at 1390 AM or online here. 09/03/10 more info
Board of Directors Meeting Join us for the monthly meeting of KGNU's board of directors. The public is always welcome. 08/05/10 more info
Bill Frisell Fundraiser Concert for KGNU KGNU is proud to welcome Bill Frisell, with special guest Janet Feder, for a KGNU benefit concert on Saturday, August 7, at 8 pm at Unity Church, 2855 Folsom Street (at Valmont - map) in Boulder. 07/22/10 more info
Biennial of the Americas Concert Series KGNU is a Biennial of the Americas Concert Series Partner. Learn more about performances in the concert series from artists like Juana Molina, Zeena Parkins, Nortec Collective's Bostich & Fussible, Zizek, and more. Tickets are available online. We will be broadcasting the set from Zizek live on Saturday 7/31 at 8pm. 07/17/10 more info
7/24: RockyGrass Live Broadcast We'll be broadcasting live from RockyGrass on 7/24 from 9:00a-1:00p including festival highlights and live performances from the stage. Grab your tarp and hustle up to your radio, festavarian! 06/25/10 more info
Antenna adjustments may cause FM signal problems We are making further adjustments to our FM antenna and related equipment. This may reesult in temporary outages and reduced signal quality at 88.5 FM. 07/19/10 more info
KGNU Summer Mini Membership Drive KGNU's annual 4-day on-air fundraiser for KGNU's operating budget begins Thursday, July 15 and ends Sunday, July 18. Tune in for programming specials and for your chance to change your status from "listener" to "member." Call 303-449-4885 or pledge securely online. 09/15/06 more info
Board of Directors Meeting Join us for the monthly meeting of KGNU's board of directors. 07/09/10 more info
KGNU is Seeking an Underwriting Sales Representative KGNU seeks a tenacious, outgoing and motivated self-starting individual to sell underwriting in Boulder and Broomfield counties. Individual will be responsible for selling on-air and website underwriting. The application deadline has been extended to July 12, 2010. 06/09/10 more info
Community Advisory Board meeting KGNU invites all listeners to the next meeting of our Community Advisory Board (CAB). 06/16/10 more info
Liquor Mart Wine Sale to Benefit KGNU Community Radio For the entire month of June, Liquor Mart will support KGNU by donating a portion of proceeds from Hess Wines. Liquor Mart is located at 1750 15th St in Boulder. 05/24/10 more info
KGNU will Air the Elena Kagan Supreme Court Nomination Hearings Beginning on June 28th, KGNU will preempt our regular programming to bring you the Senate confirmation hearings of Elena Kagan to the Supreme Court. 06/21/10 more info
KGNU and the BBC: Climate Change Panel Discussion Climate change is the most critical issue facing us and our planet. KGNU and the BBC invite you to join us for for an important discussion of this global problem on June 24th at Unity Church located at 2855 Folsom Street in Boulder. The event is free and starts at 7pm. 05/18/10 more info
FM sound quality We are experiencing temporary problems with sound quality on our 88.5 FM signal. 06/18/10 more info
Don't Throw Away Your Cell Phones! The Wireless Alliance recycles cell phones. You can drop off your cell phone at KGNU or you can request a recycle box for your workplace. Partial proceeds from donated cell phones will benefit KGNU. 09/25/08 more info
FM Reception Problems in Longmont Our 88.5 FM signal is currently operating at lower power as we await FCC approval for our power increase. This has caused temporary reception problems in the Longmont area. 05/24/10 more info
Board of Directors Meeting Join us for the monthly meeting of KGNU's board of directors. 06/04/10 more info
Plant & Birthday Party: Thank You! KGNU would like to thank everyone who helped celebrate our 32nd Birthday by attending our Plant & Craft sale. Your support in membership and by attending these special events keeps KGNU Community Radio alive and serving the Front Range. Please click on "more info" to see all the contributors. 05/24/10 more info
6/6: Dub Palace live at Funky Buddha Dub Palace will be broadcasting live from Funky Buddha on Sunday 6/6. The event will feature KGNU's Dub Palace DJs playing Dub on the roof and Sub.Mission residents playing Dubstep on the main floor. More info. 05/31/09 more info
KGNU's First Ever Bourbon Tasting Party Sample fine Bourbons and appetizers prepared with Bourbon, and learn the history and origins of Bourbon. John Lehndorff (Boulder/Denver Food Critic) and brand reps will be on hand to answer questions about how to choose a quality product and how to pair it with food. Enjoy music by Boulder musicians Derek Weiman and Nate Folsom of the Casual Sinners. This is a 21+ event. 05/04/10 more info
5/24: Destination Freedom Live at Dazzle Join us for a live broadcast of Destination Freedom at Dazzle. Be a part of the audience and experience the mesmerizing presentation of a live radio drama. A rare opportunity to witness this lost storytelling art form. 05/18/10 more info
Board of Directors Meeting The monthly meeting of KGNU's Board of Directors will take place at the Boulder Studios on Tuesday May 11th at 6p. 05/05/10 more info
Bob McChesney & John Nichols Will Speak to Benefit KGNU Come hear about a plan to save journalism in the U.S. Robert McChesney and John Nichols are the authors of The Death & Life of American Journalism: The Media Revolution that Will Begin the World Again. This lecture is a fundraising event for KGNU. 03/29/10 more info
KGNU and the Conference on World Affairs KGNU partnered with the 62nd Annual Conference on World Affairs, with broadcasts of Conference panels and regular schedule updates. Archived recordings of KGNU's broadcasts are available. 04/05/10 more info
4/16: The Books - Live Broadcast KGNU will broadcast The Books live on Friday April 16th from The Fox Theatre in Boulder. The event is part of the 3rd Communikey Festival of Electronic Arts. 03/01/10 more info
Board of Directors Meeting It's time again for the monthly meeting of KGNU's board of directors. The meeting is open to the public. 04/07/10 more info
Palestinian-American Poet Lisa Suhair Majaj Please join us as KGNU and Rocky Mountain Peace and Justice Center welcome this widely-published Palestinian-American poet and scholar to Boulder. Born in Iowa in 1960, Majaj grew up in Jordan. She earned her BA from the American University of Beirut and two MAs from the University of Michigan. In addition to poetry, Majaj also writes critical essays on literature and women. 03/02/10 more info
Many Thanks to all the Restaurants that Support KGNU! Thank you for your support during our 2010 Spring Membership Drive!We would also like to thank these businesses who supported KGNU by providing food to our volunteers. When you stop in these restaurants, please let them know your appreciate their support of KGNU. 03/25/10 more info
iPod Nano Winner Drawn! Thank you to everyone who entered our raffle to win an iPod Nano. Congratulations to Elana Sobol, the lucky winner. We truly appreciate every one of you who pledged during our Spring Membership Drive. We can't do it without you! 10/12/09 more info
Music Specials for the Spring Drive KGNU will be presenting a few specials during our Spring Membership Drive. Join us for a look at the music and life of Tom Waits. There will be live performances from Madame Andrews, Debajo Del Agua, and more. Join us on St. Patrick's Day for a celebration on the Morning Sound Alternative. And, we'll finish off the drive with our traditional Grateful Dead special. 03/11/10 more info
Spring Membership Drive Update Thanks to everyone who became a new or renewing member to KGNU this Spring. Your support makes community radio on the front range possible. If you haven't made your donation yet, please consider doing it now. We are under $6,400 away from reaching our goal. 05/14/10 more info
Reggae Bloodlines Posters Amazing Reggae posters available during Reggae Bloodlines today. Limited edition silk-screen posters designed by Chuck Sperry. These posters are the entire Sierra Nevada World Music Festival series. (8 color, black-light sensitive) 03/20/10 more info
KGNU Seeks Production Coordinator for Denver Studio KGNU is currently accepting applications for a part-time (15 hrs/wk) contract position providing production and training support for volunteers at KGNU's Denver studio. Full details. 02/21/10 more info
Board of Directors Meeting It's time again for the monthly meeting of KGNU's board of directors. As always, this is open to the public. 03/01/10 more info
Eat Your Radio: Youth Media Project KGNU is teaming up with Colorado student reporting teams, the Integrated Nutrition Education Program, and Denver Public Schools for a special multi-media nutrition education project called Eat Your Radio. 11/19/09 more info
Help Haiti: Donation & Relief Effort Information Here is a list of non-profits that are providing aid to Haiti. Please consider making a donation through these organizations to help the people of Haiti. We would appreciate your input and suggestions with other worthy organizations. 01/20/10 more info
KGNU Presents a Special Screening of Oscar-Nominated Documentary "The Cove" KGNU presents a special screening of the critically-acclaimed and award-winning documentary The Cove at the Dairy Center for the Arts. More information about the film can be found at the www.thecovemovie.com. A unique opportunity to participate in a Q & A panel session with members of the cast and crew will follow the film. Tickets are $15 at the Dairy Center for the Arts' box office. 01/06/10 more info
13th Annual Homelessness Marathon KGNU will pre-empt our regular broadcast schedule to join the nationwide, all-night broadcast featuring the voices of homeless people and their advocates. Tuesday evening starting at 7:00 pm. 02/21/10 more info
Beers with Brad Feld at the Twisted Pine Brewing Company Come to the Twisted Pine Brewing Company at 3201 Walnut Street in Boulder from 6-8pm beers and conversation with social enterprise expert Brad Feld that will benefit KGNU. Tickets are a suggested $10 donation and available at beerswithbrad.eventbrite.com/. Tickets will also be available at the door for a suggested donation of $15. Join us for free food, music, and $2.75 pints of craft beers on tap! 02/03/10 more info
Board of Directors Meeting Join us for the monthly meeting of KGNU's Board of Directors and get the inside scoop on how the station works. 02/03/10 more info
Kathy Kelly Lecture to Benefit KGNU & Rocky Mtn Peace & Justice Center Kathy Kelly co-coordinates Voices for Creative Nonviolence, a campaign to end U.S. military and economic warfare. As a co-founder of Voices in the Wilderness, she helped form 70 delegations that openly defied economic sanctions by bringing medicines to children and families in Iraq. 01/22/10 more info
Trust the Dust Is Closing Everything must go! Please stop by between 11am-5pm and help us by purchasing vintage vinyl and beautiful books. No reasonable offer turned away. The shop inside the Summerland Community Center on 44th and Sheridan (5300 W. 44th Ave) is shutting down. There will be big discounts during our Grand Closing Sale on 2/6. More details. 01/28/10 more info
Cafe Nuba 11th Anniversary Broadcast Join KGNU in collaboration with Cafe Nuba, Denver Open Media, and 1st Friday ArtWalk and in celebration of Nuba's 11 years of radical spoken-word, activism, independent art and Black History. KGNU's Dusty Grooves show will broadcast live at the Cafe Nuba celebration at 700 Kalamath. The entire event is free and begins at 6:00 pm. 01/06/10 more info
Jim Hightower Lecture and Book Signing Radio commentator, public speaker and author of Swim Against The Current: Even A Dead Fish Can Go With The Flow, Jim Hightower will speak on two nights to benefit KGNU Community Radio.Tickets are available in advance or at the door. Tickets are $10 for KGNU Listener Members and $15 for the General Public. Please call KGNU during business hours for more information. 12/04/09 more info
Schedule Changes: Wednesday Evening Music Shows KGNU is considering some changes to our Wednesday evening music programming. You can find out more information about these changes and let us know what you think by clicking here. 01/06/10 more info
African Roots Celebrates the African Cup of Nations The African Roots Show is celebrating the final of the 27th African Cup of Nations on January 30th from 4 to 6 PM. By calling in to predict the score of the final match taking place the following day in Angola, any listener can win a mini laptop, an iPod Nano or a soccer shoe. Whether you are a soccer fan, an African music lover or just a listener of KGNU, tune in on January 30th and enjoy the passion for Africa and the beautiful game. 01/05/10 more info
March with KGNU in the MLK Day Marade KGNU invites you to join us as we march in the Denver MLK Marade on Monday morning, January 18th. Our participation in this event honoring the life and work of Dr. King is now an annual tradition, and we hope you can helpus have the largest KGNU group representing our station yet this year! 01/16/09 more info
KGNU's Top 100 for 2009 2009 brought an incredible collection of music to KGNU's airwaves. The 100 most played recordings on KGNU in 2009 are now available for you to explore. 12/29/09 more info
Board Meeting Join us for the monthly meeting of KGNU's Board of Directors. 01/06/10 more info
Special Climate Change Programming KGNU broadcast special programming on climate change to coincide with the conference in Copenhagen. You can access the archives of these broadcasts by clicking here. 11/26/09 more info
Please Support the Businesses that Support KGNU At this time of giving and support, please consider these local businesses that support KGNU. A full list is here: http://kgnu.org/ht/supporters.html.KGNU is grateful for YOUR support and the support of these fine businesses. Please remember them during the Holiday Season. 12/14/09 more info
Community Advisory Board Meetings Listeners are encouraged to attend the upcoming semi-annual meetings of our Community Advisory Board. 11/23/09 more info
Amy Goodman Returns to Boulder to Speak on Behalf of KGNU Amy Goodman, award-winning host of the daily, internationally broadcast radio and television program Democracy Now!, returns to Boulder to give a benefit talk for KGNU Community Radio. She will be joined by co-author Denis Moynihan. 11/03/09 more info
11/6: Dusty Grooves Live Broadcast at Indy Ink Fresh Friday Live Broadcast from Indy Ink, a screen printing shop and art gallery at 84 South Broadway in Denver. The Dusty Grooves show will broadcast live from 9pm-11pm on 88.5 FM, 1390 AM and online at kgnu.org. 05/31/09 more info
Trust the Dust 2nd Anniversary Party Please join KGNU and Trust the Dust on Friday October 30th as we celebrate two years as Lakewood's best used record, CD and book purveyor. Trust The Dust is located inside the Blue Sky Collective at 9635 W Colfax (at Kipling) in Lakewood. Enjoy the music and shop for bargains as KGNU DJs spin tunes from 6-8pm. There will be special discounts on hundreds of used books, CDs and vintage vinyl. 10/01/09 more info
Lecture with Dr Vandana Shiva Dr Vandana Shiva, internationally known as an activist for sustainable development and social justice, will speak as a fundraiser for KGNU. Tickets will be available for purchase at the door, starting at 6:30 p.m.. PLEASE NOTE: This event has been moved to Unity Church, at the corner of Valmont & Folsom in Boulder. 10/09/09 more info
KGNU Board of Directors Meeting It's time for the October meeting of KGNU's Board of Directors. All are welcome. 10/07/09 more info
10 Percent Day at Double D Pizza On Monday, October 5th the Double D's Sourdough Pizza in Louisville and Westminster will support KGNU Community Radio by donating ten percent of their proceeds from the entire day. Double D's Pizza has two Front Range locations at 1148 W. Dillon Road, Louisville and 5160 W. 120th Ave, Westminster. 09/04/09 more info
Mouse's Pie-R-Square Dance Come on out for pies, music, square dancing, horseshoes and autumn fun.Live music from Swing State and the Do-Right Sisters. Door prizes include a pie tasting at the Walnut Cafe with local pie connoisseur and food writer John Lehndorff. 09/23/09 more info
Eclipse Live! Colorodo's first Hip Hop show hits the street. Be part of the live experience at George's (next to the Boulder Theater) on Sunday September 27th. Witness Eclipse, the shedding of a blacker light. 09/06/09 more info
Premium Pick Up Thank you so much for your support of KGNU! We cannot do this without your support. If you are a Denver-area listener and made a pledge during our recent drive and requested a particular thank-you gift, or if you elected to "browse" for a premium, we will have them available at our Denver studios. The Boulder office is open Monday through Friday 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and Saturday, September 26 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. 04/05/08 more info
Grateful Dead Special Join KGNU for a choice selection of some of the greatest performances of the Grateful Dead on Saturday September 19th from 7pm-1am. 09/13/09 more info
New Schedule Changes Starting Monday August 10th, KGNU made some changes to our program schedule. Find out more information about the changes to our weekday and Sunday afternoon news and public affairs programming. 07/27/09 more info
Van Morrison: A Series of Rejuvenations A special focus on one of popular music's most distinctive artists. Tune in for some rare performances on Tuseday morning from 9:30am-Noon. 09/13/09 more info
KGNU Board Meeting September 8 KGNU's monthly Board meeting is open to volunteers, listeners and the general public. Come find out about the issues that affect our station! There is always time for public comment. 06/26/08 more info
KGNU's 5th Anniversary in Denver! Celebrate 5 years of KGNU in Denver at our monthly live Denver broadcast. Sept. 6th we'll be at The Meadowlark for Dub Palace from 9-Midnight. Join us for some birthday fun. 08/25/09 more info
KGNU's New Online Store KGNU has a new online store at CafePress.com. Buy all sorts of fun stuff like shirts, coffee cups, dogs bowls, and bags emblazoned with our fancy new logo. They make great gifts! Proceeds of all sales benefit KGNU. 05/14/09 more info
KGNU Board of Directors Meeting It's time again for the monthly meeting of the KGNU Board of Directors. Please note that this meeting is at our Denver studio, located at 700 Kalamath Street. 07/10/09 more info
KGNU is seeking an Underwriting Sales Representative KGNU seeks a tenacious, outgoing, and motivated self-starting individual to sell underwriting in Boulder and Broomfield counties. Individual will be responsible for selling on-air and website underwriting for KGNU in the Boulder area. 07/21/09 more info
KGNU's Newest Membership Premium, the Radio Bookmark As a thank you gift at the $120 pledge level, KGNU is pleased to offer the Radio Bookmark. This item is a device small enough to fit on your key chain that will bookmark your place when you are listening to KGNU and need to return to it later. Simply press the button and the program you were listening to will be marked for you to return later and hear on your computer. It's that easy! 02/12/09 more info
7/25: RockyGrass Live Broadcast We'll be broadcasting live from RockyGrass on 7/25 from 9:00a-1:00p including festival highlights and live performances from the stage. RockyGrass may be sold out, but that doesn't mean you can't get a taste of the festival. Grab your tarp and hustle up to your radio, festavarian! 07/17/09 more info
7/25: Underground Music Showcase Live Broadcast Join KGNU for live coverage of the 9th Annual Denver Post Underground Music Showcase. We'll be live on South Broadway from 4:00-9:00p broadcasting highlights and live performances from Indy Ink and our UMS headquarters at Delite. The UMS is the largest indie music festival in the region, featuring 200 artists at 20 venues in 4 days. 07/17/09 more info
Town Hall Meeting On Thursday July 23rd from 6-7pm, KGNU is hosting a town hall meeting andlive radio broadcast on the economic crisis. We invite people to comealong and participate in a live radio broadcast and share their stories ofhow they're being affected by the economy.Come to the KGNU studios at 4700 Walnut Street in Boulder or listen to the broadcast. 07/14/09 more info
21st Annual Charles Sawtelle GNU Mountain Jam A KGNU and Gold Hill tradition, the Charles (named for Hot Rize guitarist Charles Sawtelle) is an event for music fans that enjoy mountain air and great food in a spectacular setting. Texas-style barbecue, salads, desserts and micro-brew beers accompany superb music at the Gold Hill Inn in Gold Hill, CO. The event runs from 11:30am until 4:30pm on Sunday, July 19th and features musical guests Vince Herman with Great American Taxi, Long Road Home with Pete Wernick and Heidi & The Rhythm Rollers. 05/29/09 more info
3-Day Youth Radio Workshop at KGNU 3-Day Youth Radio Workshop taking place at out Boulder Studios at 4700 Walnut St. Monday - Wednesday July 20th July 22nd 2009 9 AM 3 PM (1 hour lunch break)These classes are suitable for Teens aged 12-19 and will cover: In-Studio Radio Broadcast Skills,Field Recorder Basics,How to use Sound Editing Software,How to be Music Disc Jockey,How to Create a News Feature and/or Radio Drama,And much more! 06/25/09 more info
Gavel to gavel coverage of Sotomayor confirmation hearings Starting Monday July 13th at 8.30am, KGNU will preempt regular programing to bring you live gavel to gavel coverage of Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor's confirmation hearing.UPDATE: The hearing will continue on Thursday 7/16. 07/07/09 more info
Follow KGNU on Twitter and Facebook Get announcements about what's happening on KGNU on Twitter -- http://www.twitter.com/KGNUAnd if you have a Facebook account, add KGNU as a friend. 03/16/09 more info
7/13: Bling Fling Join us for a fun happy hour fundraiser where you can donate your broken,outdated, and unwanted gold, silver, and platinum jewelry for recycling tobenefit KGNU. Monday, July 13th 6-9pm at the Under the Snug at The IrishSnug located at 1201 E. Colfax Ave., Denver, CO 80218 06/07/09 more info
KGNU Community Advisory Board Meetings The KGNU Community Advisory Board meetings are a great opportunity to share your perspective with your community radio station. 06/30/09 more info
Lunchbox: Live Broadcast from George's with Paper Bird Join KGNU for a special broadcast of the Morning Sound Alternative. We'll be broadcasting live from George's - located at 2028 14th Street next to the Boulder Theater. Coffee from Ozo has been graciously donated and will be available along with food from George's kitchen. The broadcast will also feature a live performance from Paper Bird. This is a free event. 06/15/09 more info
Food Distribution Day 2009 In the Spring of 2009, a contribution to KGNU of any amount resulted in the donation of a non-perishable food item by Whole Foods to a food bank where that supporter was donating from. On Wednesday May 20th, KGNU staff and volunteers distributed approximately a ton of food to area food banks. Watch the video. 05/21/09 more info
Win A Bike! Retro Style Pedal Power! Everyone who pledges to KGNU during our Summer Mini-Drive will be entered in a drawing to win a vintage bicycle. It's a candy apple red 1970's Schwinn Suburban five-speed. This bike was lovingly restored and donated to KGNU by Community Cycles, a Boulder non-profit dedicated to creating a culture of cycling. 06/09/09 more info
KGNU Board of Directors Meeting KGNU's board of directors will hold its June meeting at our Denver Studio, 700 Kalamath St. This meeting is open to the public. 06/03/09 more info
Garden Party & Artists and their Crafts Sale Get a jump on your garden this year and support KGNU. Load up on new seedlings and plant starts at the KGNU Garden Party Saturday June 6th from 9am to 4pm. Please join us for a great day of fun and raffle items that include books, gift baskets from Udi's & Burt's Bees, Personal Family Farming, Stone & Sage, Fruehauf's, Sturtz & Copeland and more! 04/28/09 more info
10th Annual KGNU Silent Auction Please join KGNU and Boulder Municipal Employees Federal Credit Union for our 10th annual Silent Auction.At a new venue this year, we invite you to join us at Indra's Net offices located at 2525 28th St., just north of Mapleton in Boulder. 04/28/09 more info
Trust the Dust: Used Records, CDs, and Books Get great deals on books, records, and CDs at Trust the Dust - KGNU's space for thrifty deals. Trust the Dust is located at 9635 West Colfax in Lakewood and is open Monday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 07/29/08 more info
Charles Sawtelle's Vintage Cadillac For Sale Legendary Bluegrass Guitarist Charles Sawtelle from the band Hot Rize leftbehind a legacy as well as a Cadillac Sedan Deville 1978. The car was generously donated to KGNU to use as a fundraising vehicle. The car has 123,000 + miles, many of which were put on by Charles as he traveled the country playing music. 12/02/08 more info
KGNU Board of Directors Meeting KGNU's monthly board of directors meeting takes place at the Boulder Studios, 4700 Walnut Street. It is open to the public. 05/03/09 more info
KGNU is Hiring a Denver Underwriting Sales Manager KGNU is looking for a tenacious, outgoing, and motivated self-starting individual to sell underwriting in Denver. S/he will be responsible for selling on-air and website underwriting for KGNU in Denver and the surrounding suburbs. 04/23/09 more info
Nederland translator repair We will be taking the Nederland translator (93.7 FM) off the air for 30 minutes to an hour this morning for repair, starting at about 10:15. 05/08/09 more info
5/3: Live Broadcast from The Meadowlark in Denver DJ Segue & DJ Uplifter spin Dub live at The Meadowlark. Come see what community radio looks like and find out more about being involved with KGNU. 04/13/09 more info
5/2: Reggae Bloodlines Live at 8 Rivers in Denver Reggae Bloodlines will broadcast live on Saturday 5/2 from 1-4p at 8 Rivers in Lodo. Join us for an afternoon of Reggae music and Caribbean cuisine. Located in downtown Denver just a few steps from Market Street station. Reggae Bloodlines live at 8 Rivers the first Saturday of every month. This Saturday features your host Donovan. 04/27/09 more info
Dining On Air Tune in this Saturday night from 6-9pm for a special broadcast of KGNU fundraising parties from around the Front Range! Listen in and join the fun while we spin three hours of special tunes to put everyone in a festive mood. 04/06/09 more info
Fresh Friday Broadcast and Radio Magazine release party KGNU will be launching the the first live broadcast of Dusty Grooves at Indy Ink, a screen printing shop and gallery on S. Broadway in Denver. This will also be a release party for KGNU's Spring 2009 Radio Magazine with music reviews, radio interviews, the on-air program guide and a look inside the world of community radio. 04/21/09 more info
The Mystery of 2012 A special limited series from Sounds True on the predictions, prophecies and possibilities of 2012 will be played on Sundays at 2pm.Featuring speakers like John Major Jenkins, Peter Russell, Jean Houston and featuring new recordings from Carl Johan Calleman and Ervin Laszlo.We are also offering special 2012 premiums available to new or renewing listener members. 03/31/09 more info
Destination Freedom: Arctic Autograph When Robert F. Peary claimed discovery of the North Pole on April 6, 1909, the only other American to stand beside him was a Black man, Matthew A. Henson. 04/17/09 more info
Denver Record Collectors Spring Expo 2009 10am-4pm This is the Rocky Mountain region's premiere music collector's show! KGNU's Trust the Dust will be there with a sales table, so please look for us and support community radio! 03/09/09 more info
Live Broadcast from the Communikey Festival of Electronic Arts Tune in for KGNU's live broadcast from the Communikey Festival of Electronic Arts on Saturday April 18th from 9p-1a. We'll be live from the Fox Theater with performances from Future Simple Project, KiloWatts, Thomas Fehlmann (of The Orb), and more. 04/11/09 more info
KGNU Board of Directors Monthly meeting of the KGNU Board of Directors 03/30/09 more info
Working on our online streams We are working on our online streams, and will need to take them offline for a few minutes this morning. Don't worry, we'll be back online soon, sounding better then ever! 04/10/09 more info
Conference on World Affairs From Monday April 6th to Friday April 10th, KGNU is delighted to be partnering with the Conference on World Affairs. Come be part of a live studio audience for some of the panel discussions we'll be hosting at the KGNU Boulder studio, or just tune in to hear the many CWA panels we'll be broadcasting throughout the week. 03/31/09 more info
KGNU 20% day at Jamba Juice Two Boulder Jamba Juice locations will be holding "in-store fundraisers" for KGNU on Friday, April 3rd. Stop by and tell them you heard about it on KGNU and they will donate 20% of your purchase to KGNU...it's that easy! Participating stores are located at 3053 Arapahoe Avenue and in the 29th Street Mall, in Boulder 03/04/09 more info
John Perkins Lecture John Perkins will speak to benefit KGNU on April 1st at 7PM at KGNU's Boulder studios.John Perkins is the New York Times bestselling author of Confessions of an Economic Hit Man. His book has been described as "a sweeping, bold assault on the tyranny of corporate globalization."This is a fundraiser for KGNU and a $10-20 donation is asked at the door. 03/19/09 more info
Signal Strength - A KGNU Benefit Party Join us for Signal Strength, a KGNU fundraiser party. Celebrate to the sounds of DJ Ivy, Spaceflight Orchestra, Mr. Anonymous, and special guest DJ Olive (Read The Boulder Weekly's article on DJ Olive). The evening showcases some of the best electronic music in Colorado as well as the towering sounds of DJ Olive, one of Brooklyn's finest beat purveyors. The proceeds will help keep KGNU thumpin'. $8 at the door. 02/12/09 more info
Transmitter problems The cold weather has caused a problem with our FM transmitter. Our engineers are en route to the transmitter site to work on the problem. 03/27/09 more info
Transmitter problems The cold weather has caused a problem with our FM transmitter. Our engineer is working on the problem. 03/27/09 more info
10% Day at Cheba Hut On Monday, March 23rd, Cheba Hut Toasted Subs at 1313 College Ave on the Hill in Boulder will donate ten percent of their proceeds to KGNU from the hours of 5-10pm. Cheba Hut offers toasted sandwiches, soups, salads & more. Cheba Hut is a zero waste establishment and won the Best Composting and Recycling program from Eco-Cycle in 2008. Please come out in support of KGNU! 03/04/09 more info
Food donations for memberships KGNU and Whole Foods Market have teamed up to make food donations to local food banks for every membership pledged to KGNU during our Spring Membership Drive, March 11-21. 03/16/09 more info
Music 101: Explore Music Online Explore a crash course in some of the greatest artists and albums in the history of music. From Ornette Coleman to Buddy Guy to classic albums like 'Kind of Blue' and 'Folsom Prison' 03/10/09 more info
Mounted Grateful Dead Art for the Marathon Time is ticking for your chance to own the limited edition, canvas mounted, Grateful Dead collectible artwork. These amazing collectible pieces are available right now during the Grateful Dead Special. Call now 303-449-4885. Check them out here. 03/21/09 more info
How are you being affected by the economic crisis? KGNU wants to hear how you are being affected by the economic crisis. Have you or someone in your family been laid off? How do you feel about the stimulus package? What are you doing to weather this economic storm? Let us know by calling our comment line 303 447 9911 or email your story to economy@kgnu.org. 02/16/09 more info
KGNU Board of Directors Meeting The KGNU Board of Directors meets at the Boulder studios on Tuesday at 6pm. 03/08/09 more info
New Schedule Changes Starting on Saturday, February 28th KGNU will be making some changes to our program schedule. Find out more about the changes to our Saturday, Sunday, and Monday programming. 02/05/09 more info
3/7: Reggae Bloodlines Live at 8 Rivers in Denver Reggae Bloodlines will broadcast live on Saturday 3/7 from 1-4p at 8 Rivers in Lodo. Join us for an afternoon of Reggae music and Caribbean cuisine. Located in downtown Denver just a few steps from Market Street station. Reggae Bloodlines live at 8 Rivers the first Saturday of every month. This Saturday features your host Donovan, and a guest DJ set from K-Nee. 02/22/09 more info
3/1: Live Broadcast from The Meadowlark in Denver DJ Segue & DJ Uplifter spin Dub live at The Meadowlark. Come see what community radio looks like and find out more about being involved with KGNU. 02/22/09 more info
We're upgrading our transmitter KGNU is upgrading our 88.5 FM transmitter to a state-of-the-art digital transmitter, which will necessitate taking that signal and the 93.7 FM translator signal in Nederland off the air. We anticipate this project will take about 8 hours on Sunday, Feb. 22. During that time, you can still hear us at 1390 AM and online -- Click here for more info and updates. 02/16/09 more info
Transmitter work completed! We have completed the installation and are once again transmitting our 88.5 FM signal. However, we may need to take this signal offline for a bit for technical tweaking. Please bear with us if this happens. 02/22/09 more info
KGNU is hiring a Denver underwriting sales manager Individual will be responsible for selling on-air and website underwriting for KGNU in Denver and surrounding suburbs. Additional billing and scheduling responsibilities included. Application deadline extended to February 13th. 01/16/09 more info
KGNU Board Meeting Join us for the monthly meeting of KGNU's board of directors. 02/06/09 more info
2/7: Reggae Bloodlines Live at 8 Rivers in Denver Reggae Bloodlines will broadcast live on Saturday 2/7 from 1-4p at 8 Rivers in Lodo. Join us for an afternoon of Reggae music and Caribbean cuisine. Located in downtown Denver just a few steps from Market Street station. Reggae Bloodlines live at 8 Rivers the first Saturday of every month. 02/04/09 more info
2/4: Aaron Glantz Lecture & Booksigning Investigative Journalist and Author Aaron Glantz will speak and sign his new book,"The War Comes Home." This will be a fundraising event for KGNU Community Radio. 01/20/09 more info
2/1: Live Broadcast from The Thin Man in Denver DJ Segue & DJ Uplifter spin Dub live at The Thin Man. Come see what community radio looks like and find out more about being involved with KGNU. 01/30/09 more info
Citizens' Hearing on the Economy & Stimulus Package KGNU, the Rocky Mountain Peace & Justice Center, and Boulder Weekly will co-sponsor a Citizens' Hearing on the economy and the federal stimulus package. Testimony will be presented by organizations followed by individuals. Congressman Jared Polis will attend the first hour of the hearing. Participation is encouraged. 01/16/09 more info
1/31: Reggae Bloodlines Live at 8 Rivers in Denver Reggae Bloodlines will broadcast live on Saturday 1/31 from 1-4p at 8 Rivers in Lodo. Join us for an afternoon of Reggae music and Caribbean cuisine. Located in downtown Denver just a few steps from Market Street station. 01/09/09 more info
KGNU's Top 100 for 2008 2008 brought an incredible collection of music to KGNU's airwaves. The 100 most played recordings on KGNU in 2008 are now available for you to explore. 12/29/08 more info
Colonel Ann Wright Lecture Ann Wright served 29 years in the US Army and US Army Reserves, retiring as a colonel. She was a US diplomat for 16 years and served in Nicaragua, Somalia, Afghanistan and more. She was one of only 3 US Department of State officials to resign in opposition to the war in Iraq. Since then, Wright has become a prominent figure in the movement opposed to the occupation of Iraq, giving lectures on her political views and her experiences. 12/10/08 more info
10% Day at WaterCourse Foods On Monday January 26th, WaterCourse Foods has generously offered to donate 10% of their profits for the day to KGNU. Enjoy delicious vegetarian or vegan cuisine between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m and help support independent community radio. WaterCourse Foods is located at 837 E. 17th Ave. in Denver. 01/16/09 more info
KGNU Hosts National Inauguration Day Call-In KGNU will host a live nationwide call-in program for Pacifica radio stations across the country as part of special Inauguration Day programming Tuesday, Jan. 20, from 9:00 am to 1:00 PM.Listeners are encouraged to call-in and share their views and their hopes for the new president. Coverage will also include a special edition of Democracy Now! and live broadcast of President Obama's inaugural address. 01/14/09 more info
Emerald Forest 3: Dance Party KGNU's Electronic Air DJs & friends present Emerald Forest 3 a dance party fundraiser featuring electronic dance beats from local DJs: Ivy, Buddha Bomb, Future Simple, Scott Everett, Johnny Primitive, Ironfeather, Manifestor, DMTree, E23, Cause & Billy Mack. 12/12/08 more info
KGNU Board Meeting Tuesday, Jan. 13, 6:00 PM The KGNU Board of Directors holds its monthly meeting this Tuesday, January 13, at 6:00 PM in our Boulder studio, 4700 Walnut St. All are welcome. 01/12/09 more info
Monthly Volunteer Orientation Interested in being involved in your community radio station? Come learn how you can take control of your public airwaves. January's Denver Studio orientation will be Wednesday January 21, at 7pm. The next Boulder Studio orientation will be Thursday February 5, at 7pm. 09/19/07 more info
1/4: Dub Palace Live at The Thin Man in Denver This month DJ Segue and DJ Uplifter present "M.L.K meets Obama in Dub" - part of a continuing series of broadcasts from The Thin Man. You'll be able to catch Dub Palace broadcasting live from 2015 East 17th Avenue (Between Race & Vine) in Denver on the 1st Sunday of the month. 01/03/09 more info
Grateful Dead New Years Eve Special Celebrate New Year's Eve from 7p-3a with KGNU as we bring you a massive special highlighting the historic NYE performances of the Grateful Dead. Rare selections from 1969-2003 bouncing through the front range to finish off 2008. 12/02/08 more info
KGNU Last Minute Kraft Fair KGNU will be hosting a Last Minute Kraft Sale at our Boulder Studios from 10am-2pm on Saturday December 20th. Please join us for an opportunity to shop for jewelery, textiles, herbal creations and more! 11/14/08 more info
12/20 Reggae Bloodlines Live at 8 Rivers in Denver Reggae Bloodlines will broadcast live on Saturday 12/20 from 1-4p at 8 Rivers in Lodo. Join us for an afternoon of Reggae music and Caribbean cuisine. Located in downtown Denver just a few steps from Market Street station. 12/15/08 more info
Community Advisory Board All KGNU listeners are invited to the annual meetings of our Community Advisory Board: Dec. 10 in Boulder and Dec. 11 in Denver 11/11/08 more info
12/7 Dub Palace Live at The Thin Man in Denver DJ Uplifter and Segue will be broadcasting Dub Palace live from The Thin Man at 2015 East 17th Avenue (Between Race & Vine) - Come see what community radio looks like. 11/23/08 more info
12/2 Negativland Performance Recording Be part of the audience at CU's Old Main Chapel for Negativland's 12/2 performance of "It's All In Your Head FM". KGNU is recording this event for broadcast and we're inviting you to join us and bear witness as Negativland tackles the topic of God in their new show. 11/28/08 more info
Nancy Sullo Holiday Art Show and Benefit Nancy Sullo will host a show of her watercolor paintings on Sat & Sunday Nov 29th & 30th from 11am-5pm. Original prints, paintings and cards will be available. The show takes place at 2830 5th St. in Boulder. 30% of all sales will be donated to KGNU. 11/12/08 more info
11/29 Reggae Bloodlines Live at 8 Rivers in Denver Reggae Bloodlines will broadcast live on Saturday 11/29 from 1-4p at 8 Rivers in Lodo. Join Donovan Mahka for an afternoon of Reggae music and Caribbean cuisine. Located in downtown Denver just a few steps from Market Street station. 11/13/08 more info
KGNU's Annual Board Meeting November 11 KGNU's annual Board meeting takes place Tuesday evening, November 11, at 6:00 pm at the KGNU studios in Boulder. Reports from staff and committees, election of new Executive Committee, a six-month Plan from our new development director, plus whatever business we have to take care of this month. As always there is time for public comment. 10/27/08 more info
11/2: Live Broadcast from The Thin Man Part of a continuing series of Dub Palace broadcasts from The Thin Man. You'll be able to catch the show live from 2015 East 17th Avenue (Between Race & Vine) in Denver on the 1st Sunday of the month. 10/28/08 more info
Radioland Radioland is an art in public places project. Artists were asked to deconstruct and then reconstruct a radio. The focus of the project is independent media. You can see the art of Radioland at various Colorado locations. 08/04/08 more info
30th Anniversary Shirts and Mugs KGNU's Fall Membership Goal is $200,000 and 2200 members. Pledge now to keep your favorite station thriving! We are currently at $180,084 and 1,596 members. Thanks to everyone who donated so far. We can't do it without you. 03/09/08 more info
KGNU Democratic National Convention Coverage KGNU provided comprehensive local coverage of the 2008 Democratic National Convention in Denver. Check the KGNU DNC Blog to explore our coverage. 08/28/08 more info
Jean Houston will speak to benefit KGNU Dr. Jean Houston, scholar, philosopher and researcher in human capacities, is one of the foremost visionary thinkers and doers of our time, one of the principal founders of the Human Potential Movement. The title of her lecture is: Breaking Through the Membrane, Repatterning Ourselves and our Community. 09/22/08 more info
Antonia Juhasz speaks to benefit KGNU Antonia Juhasz, author of The Tyranny of Oil: The Worlds Most Powerful Industry and What We Must Do to Stop It, will speak and sign her book at the KGNU Boulder studios at 4700 Walnut St. This event is a benefit for KGNU. Please note that this event will now begin at 6:30p. 09/22/08 more info
Mountain Sun's 15 Years of Funky Good Times Featuring the Pearl Street All Stars w/ Kyle Hollingsworth, George Porter Jr., Eric Krasno, Adam Deitch, Hazel Miller, with The 14th Street Horns: Danny Sears, Dominic Lalli and Jon Stewart. All proceeds from this event will benefit KGNU. 09/22/08 more info
KGNU October 14 Board meeting KGNU's monthly Board meeting takes place Tuesday, October 14 at 6:00 pm at the Denver studios, 700 Kalamath. Volunteers and the public are welcome to attend and we always have time for public comment! 08/04/08 more info
Howard Zinn's Voices of a People's History of the United Howard Zinn in Boulder, Colorado for a live performance of dramatic readings and songs from Voices of a People's History of The United Stateswith his Voices co-author, Anthony Arnove, Alternative Radio host David Barsamian and a local cast of Coloradan activists, musicians, scholars, and artists. 09/16/08 more info
Joe Strummer's "London Calling" KGNU will broadcast Joe Strummers BBC radio program London Callingweekdays at noon beginning September 1st and running through September18th. The London Calling broadcasts will conclude with a musical tributeto Strummers legendary band, The Clash, from 1:00-3:00 p.m. on 9/18. 08/28/08 more info
September Board Meeting This Tuesday, September 9 at 6:00 pm, the KGNU Board holds its monthly meeting at the Boulder studios. Public comment is always welcome. 09/02/08 more info
Win Monolith Music Festival Tickets Tune in to win pairs of tickets to the Monolith Music Festival during the Afternoon Sound Alternative on September 9th and September 10th. Or you can get a head start on our Fall Membership drive and secure your tickets while supporting KGNU. Find out more info here. 09/04/08 more info
9/7: Live Broadcast from The Thin Man Dub Palace broadcasts live from The Thin Man, 2015 East 17th Avenue (Between Race & Vine) in Denver. Come see what community radio looks like, This Sunday from 10p-Midnight. 08/31/08 more info
9/6: Live Broadcast from the Farmer's Market. Join KGNU for a special live broadcast of Old Grass Gnu Grass. Stop by the Boulder Farmer's Market or tune in. This Saturday 9a-Noon. 08/31/08 more info
KGNU's 1390 AM Broadcasts Turn 4! KGNU celebrates our 4th year of broadcasting on 1390 AM. Join us for a special broadcast and celebration from 8-10p at our Denver Studio. Live music, art, and fun. This Friday evening at 7th & Kalamath and on your radio. 09/01/08 more info
Republican National Convention Coverage KGNU will be presenting coverage of the Republican National Convention. We will broadcast "Breaking with Convention", Democracy Now's special 2nd hour during Metro. Tuesday and Thursday from 3-4pm, we will present coverage of the RNC from Pacifica as well analysis from KGNU. On Thursday we will present live coverage and analysis during Sen. McCain's acceptance speech. 08/31/08 more info
Comedian Will Durst Saturday August 29th, Political comedian Will Durst will perform at a benefit for KGNU Community Radio. Durst is in town covering the Democratic National Convention. 07/16/08 more info
Benefit for KGNU There will be a benefit tonite for KGNU, Truthout.org & Free Speech TV at the Mercury Caf in Denver. Performances include Laura Goldhammer, Smokestack Lightning, Dead Sinatras, Raging Grannies, videos from Vox Feminista and much more!! Please support independent media! Tonite at 7pm 2199 California St in Denver 08/27/08 more info
Author Vincent Bugliosi will speak to benefit KGNU KGNU and the Rocky Mtn Peace & Justice Center welcome author Vincent Bugliosi Sunday August 24th at 7pm for a lecture and book signing. Community United Church of Christ 2650 Table Mesa Dr (corner of Table Mesa & Lehigh) 08/14/08 more info
1st Ever Friendship 5k Fun Run 1st Annual Friendship 5K Fun Run/Walk with Intercambio de Comunidades and KGNU.August 16th at Foothills Community Park 4550 8th St North Boulder (right on the Skip route). Three start times: Adult 5K at 8:00 AM and 9:15 AM, Kids 1K Run at 8:45 AM. Register here. 07/15/08 more info
Live Broadcast from The Thin Man Join us for a live broadcast of Dub Palace from The Thin Man in Denver. Come kick back with us and learn more about your community radio station and listen to some great music. 07/28/08 more info
Live Broadcast from the Denver Post Underground Music Showcase KGNU will broadcast live from the Denver Post Underground Music Showcase this Saturday from 4-9p. We'll bring you excerpts of performances from Friday night and live performances from the stage at Ellsworth & Lincoln with Hearts of Palm, Bela Karoli, Hot IQs, Born in the Flood, Rachael Pollard, and Porlolo. 07/28/08 more info
First Friday Come check out First Friday at the studios of KGNU and Denver Open Media on Friday, August 1, from 7:00-11:00 p.m. 700 Kalamath, Denver 08/01/08 more info
KGNU is seeking a Denver Fundraising Coordinator We seek a Fundraising Coordinator who can strengthen our existing donor relationships in the Denver area, develop new relationships and lead our fundraising efforts in Denver. 07/07/08 more info
Live Broadcast from the Denver Post Underground Music Showcase KGNU will broadcast live from the Denver Post Underground Music Showcase this Saturday from 4-9p. We'll bring you excerpts of performances from Friday night and live performances from the stage at Ellsworth & Lincoln. 07/28/08 more info
7/26 9a-1p: Live Broadcast from Rocky Grass! We'll be broadcasting live from Rocky Grass on 7/26 from 9-1p including Chatham County Line's set live from the stage. Rocky Grass may be sold out, but that doesn't mean that you can't get a taste of the festival. Read the Daily Camera article. 07/17/08 more info
Grand Opening of Trust the Dust Please join us as we celebrate the Grand Opening of Trust the Dust. We invite you to party with KGNU DJs from Dusty Grooves, Eclipse & Electronic Air. Groove to the music as you choose from a wide array of vintage vinyl, stereo equipment, books, cds and more. Refreshments will be available. 07/17/08 more info
The Charles: 20th Annual Gnu Mountain Jam Tony Trischka, The Ross Martin Trio, Spring Creek Bluegrass Band, and John William Davis take the stage at the Gold Hill Inn for the 20th year of this amazing KGNU event. BBQ, Microbrews, and Music... what could be better? 06/15/08 more info
Matmos: KGNU 30th Anniversary Concert Fundraiser Communikey presents Matmos in honor of KGNU. The dynamic duo of electronic composition will make a rare Colorado appearance. A portion of proceedsfrom this KGNU 30 Year Anniversary Celebration show will go to benefit the station. Matmos will also create a live audio piece during a broadcast of Art Aloud (8-9p) on Monday 7/14. 06/23/08 more info
KGNU Article in The Daily Camera An article about KGNU's 30 year history with a brief video presentation. 06/01/08 more info
3 Day Youth Radio Workshop 3 Day Youth Radio Workshop at our Boulder studios will take place Monday June 23rd through Wednesday June 25th, 9am to 4pm. 06/10/08 more info
Live Broadcast from Pridefest 2008 KGNU will be broadcasting live from our table in Civic Park on Sunday from 1 to 3pm. Stop by and say hello, or tune in to the live broadcast. 06/15/08 more info
Live Broadcast from The Boulder Farmers Market Old Grass Gnu Grass and TerraSonic will be broadcasting live from the Boulder Farmers Market. Steel Pennies will perform live next to BMOCA. Join us! 06/15/08 more info
Live Broadcast from The Thin Man in Denver Jazz & Beyond will be broadcasting live from The Thin Man in Denver. Tune in or stop by and help us celebrate Summer. 06/15/08 more info
A Dying Wish Documentary: A partial fundraiser for KGNU. When retired surgeon Michael Miller began to die from cancer, he wanted to avoid the hospital at all costs. His wish was to die at home in the gentlest way possible. Research convinced him that stopping eating and drinking would ease his suffering and result in a more peaceful death. A Dying Wish by Boulder film makers Karen Van Vuuren and Francesca Nicosia chronicles his end of life choices. 06/02/08 more info
6/22 Remote Broadcast A special live remote broadcast from this years Pride Fest celebration in Denver. Tune in or stop by our table in Civic Park. Broadcast from 1-3p. 06/15/08 more info
June 10 Board Meeting KGNU's June 10 Board meeting is open to volunteers and the public. 05/25/08 more info
Tim O'Brien, Mollie O'Brien & Rich Moore concert In celebration of KGNU's 30th birthday, Tim O'Brien, Mollie O'Brien & Rich Moore will perform in a benefit concert for KGNU. 04/25/08 more info
KGNU's Hallway Gallery features the work of Annette Coleman The Collective Dream, a body of work based on dreams 04/25/08 more info
KGNU Garden Party Please join us for our Annual Plant Sale. Here is your opportunity to fill your life and lawn with wonderful perennial, annual, herbs, houseplants and more. This year we will also feature crafts from a number of KGNU Volunteers. 03/31/08 more info
KGNU is seeking a Development Director The Development Director will lead an ambitious and exciting campaign to fund the Denver expansion and grow KGNU's support base in the metro area. 05/09/08 more info
Dining On Air: A Birthday Celebration In celebration of KGNU's 30th Anniversary we will be having a special dining and broadcast event. The table is set and we are ready to go!! If you cannot host or attend a dinner party, please join other KGNU well wishers as we enjoy cake & coffee to celebrate this milestone anniversary. Please consider making an additional financial contribution to KGNU to mark this accomplishment! Thank you for your support of Community Radio!! 04/01/08 more info
Live Broadcast from The Thin Man in Denver 2 hours of Dub past, present, and future... transmitting from The Thin Man at 17th & Race in Denver from 10-Midnight on Sunday 5/18. Join us. 05/06/08 more info
KGNU's Monthly Board Meeting KGNU's monthly Board meeting is open to volunteers and the public. As always, there is time for public comment. 04/27/08 more info
Amy Goodman returns to the Front Range KGNU presents a lecture by Amy Goodman, the award-winning journalist, host of the daily, grassroots radio/TV news hour "Democracy Now!".Tickets are available at the door and are $15. The doors will open at 6:30pm. 04/03/08 more info
Karen Bozik featured in KGNU's Hallway Gallery The work of artist Karen Bozik will be featured in KGNU Hallway Gallery. 50% of art sales from our Hallway Gallery will be donated to the station. 03/08/08 more info
KGNU Board Meeting April 8 KGNU's monthly open Board meeting takes place the second Tuesday of each month at 6:00 pm. Our next meeting is Tuesday, April 8 from 6:00 until 8:30 or 9:00 pm at the Boulder studios, 4700 Walnut. 03/23/08 more info
Jim Hightower will speak in Boulder Rabble-rouser Jim Hightower will speak in Boulder as a benefit for KGNU, and sign copies of his new book, Swim Against the Current. 02/05/08 more info
Jim Hightower will speak in Denver to benefit KGNU Rabble-rouser Jim Hightower will speak in Denver as a benefit for KGNU, and sign copies of his new book, Swim Against the Current. 02/05/08 more info
9th annual Silent Auction KGNU will host its 9th annual Silent Auction on Wednesday March 19, 2008 at the Dairy Center for the Arts in Boulder. Doors open at 6:30 for viewing of items and reception. Bidding begins at 7:00 PM and ends promptly at 9:00 PM. All proceeds benefit KGNU's operating budget. 03/07/08 more info
Metro and the Afternoon Sound Alternative Trade Places KGNU has made changes to its afternoon programming: the Afternoon Sound Alternative airs from Noon to 3:00 PM, followed by Metro until 4:00 PM . 01/29/08 more info
KGNU's monthly Board of Directors meeting This month's meeting will be held at KGNU's Denver studio. 03/06/08 more info
Radioland: KGNU's Art in Public Places project In celebration of KGNU's 30th anniversary of broadcasting, we will launch an Art in Public Places project titled Radioland. Proposal deadline extended to March 3rd, 2008. 12/11/07 more info
KGNU Board of Directors meeting The Board of Directors of KGNU will hold its next open monthly meeting. Volunteers and the public are always welcome. 01/31/08 more info
The KGNU Hallway Gallery The work of photographer Karl-Heinz Dukstein is on display 01/25/08 more info
Jim Hightower tickets on sale Advance tickets are now on sale at KGNU for Jim Hightower's talks in Boulder and Denver 02/07/08 more info
Upgrade to our DJ Prep Area We're looking to upgrade our DJ Preview and Prep area. You can help throw a few bucks toward the project, and help our DJs prepare for their shows. 01/11/08 more info
FM transmitter off the air for maintenance KGNU's 88.5 FM signal was off the air from Saturday Feb 2nd at 7:00 PM to Sunday at 8:30 AM, for the safety of workers on the transmitting tower. 01/24/08 more info
KGNU 30th Anniversary Design Contest We're looking for designs to put on special 30th anniversary T-Shirts, mugs and other interesting stuff. Enter our 30th Anniversary Design Contest. Deadline Jan. 25th. 11/29/07 more info
Earbud: New Music Newsletter A new music newsletter is available now. The first edition includes features on Ornette Coleman, DJ Olive, Hauschka, and Sean Hayes. Plus mp3s from Amon Tobin, Bela Karoli, and more. Explore a preview. 12/11/07 more info
KGNU's Top 100 for 2007 2007 brought an incredible collection of music to KGNU's airwaves. The 100 most played recordings on KGNU in 2007 are now available. 12/27/07 more info
A Gift of History. A Gift of Inspiration. We want to give you an iPod Nano, loaded with a one-of-a-kind audio history of the 20th century and beyond, from the Pacifica Radio Archive, as a gift for supporting 1390 AM 11/27/07 more info
Scott Ritter Talk in Denver Former UN weapons inspector Scott Ritter will speak at a benefit for KGNU in Denver 01/04/08 more info
Scott Ritter Talk in Boulder Former UN weapons inspector Scott Ritter will speak at a benefit for KGNU in Boulder 01/04/08 more info
Join KGNU's Sound Club Get the greatest music in the world delivered direct to your door. A dollar a day... a gift a month. Find out more about supporting KGNU through our Sound Club. 11/05/07 more info
KGNU Monthly Board Meeting The monthly meeting of the KGNU Board of Directors is Tuesday, January 8th, at 6:00 PM, at our Boulder studios, 4700 Walnut St. All are welcome. 01/08/08 more info
Remote broadcasts KGNU is proud to bring you a series of live broadcasts from remote venues in the Front Range, such as from the First Friday community event in Denver, and The Thin Man, in Denver. 05/05/08 more info
The KGNU Hallway Gallery KGNU inaugurates its Hallway Gallery with the work of Kay Tuttle 12/05/07 more info
KGNU's 88.5 FM signal at very low power on 12/23 KGNU's 88.5 FM signal will be operating at very low power on Sunday, December 23rd, for planned maintenance at our FM antenna site. 12/17/07 more info
KGNU's 88.5 FM signal at very low power KGNU's 88.5 FM signal will be operating at very low power on Sunday, December 23^rd . This is due to a planned power outage at our FM antenna site. 12/17/07 more info
KGNU Community Advisory Board Meeting--Denver Join us for KGNU's Community Advisory Board meetings, your chance for input about your Community Radio. 11/14/07 more info
KGNU's Board Meeting in Denver KGNU's monthly meeting of the Board of Directors will be held in Denver 12/11/07 more info
Naomi Klein in Denver Journalist, syndicated columnist and author Naomi Klein will speak and sign her new book "Shock Doctrine", in a benefit for KGNU. 11/07/07 more info
Naomi Klein in Boulder Journalist, syndicated columnist and author Naomi Klein will speak and sign her new book "Shock Doctrine" , in a benefit for KGNU. Two dates: Saturday in Boulder, Sunday in Denver. 11/07/07 more info
KGNU Community Advisory Board Meeting--Boulder Join us for KGNU's Community Advisory Board meetings, your chance for input about your Community Radio. 11/14/07 more info
Dine out and support KGNU After 5pm, all three "Noodles" restaurants in Boulder will donate a portion of their proceeds to KGNU. Thanks to Noodles and to you for the support. 11/05/07 more info
KGNU Fall Membership Drive Premium Pick-up Information KGNU's Fall Membership Drive was October 17 through October 27 and to date we have raised $160,000 from 1810 members. Our goal is $200,000 from 2500 members, so if you have not yet renewed your membership, or joined KGNU's family, won't you do 09/26/07 more info
KGNU Board of Directors Annual Meeting The KGNU Board of Directors meets monthly. The November meeting is the Board's Annual Meeting. 11/13/07 more info
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Dahr Jamail Lecture & Booksigning Independent American Journalist Dahr Jamail to speak in benefit for KGNU Community Radio and ArgusFest.His newest book is titled: Beyond the Green Zone: An Unembedded Journalist in Occupied Iraq 10/11/07 more info
Patricia "Mouse" Bradshaw KGNU Memorial Fund More info 10/22/07 more info
Fall Membership Drive Music Specials! From Jack Kerouac to the Grateful Dead, John Coltrane to Texas Swing, Astrological Forecasts to Four Decades of Folk Rock... the 2007 Fall Membership Drive is loaded with special programming! 10/16/07 more info
The Emerald Forest KGNU in collaboration with Electronic Air DJs & friends presents The Emerald Forest Dance Party, a fundraiser for KGNU featuring electronic dance beats of popular, local DJs: Scott Everett, Ironfeather, Dimitry, Buddha Bomb, Attentat & Mikey Fisher. 09/28/07 more info
Website back up After a 24-hour breakdown, this website is again functional. 10/20/07 more info
KGNU Board of Directors meeting The KGNU Board of Directors meets. The public is welcome. 10/09/07 more info
Mountain Sun Celebrates 14 Years of Funky Good Time Mountain Sun Pub and Brewery celebrates 14 Years in business with The Pearl Street All-Stars featuring members of The Funky Meters, String Cheese Incident, Joshua Redman Trio, Lettuce and Papa Mali. Proceeds from this event benefit KGNU! 08/22/07 more info
First Friday Santa Fe Arts District Join KGNU, Denver Open Media and the Microbusiness Development Center as we celebrate First Friday at the Santa Fe Art District in Denver. Festivities begin on Friday around 6pm at the KGNU Denver studios at 700 Kalamath. 10/02/07 more info
Monthly Volunteer Orientation (Boulder Studio) Interested in being involved in your community radio station? Come learn how you can take control of your public airwaves. 09/19/07 more info
New Program: Dub Palace After many years on the air, our International music program, One World, is taking a break. In the meantime a new show, Dub Palace, will be exploring the many permutations of Dub. Sunday Evenings from 10p-Midnight. 09/02/07 more info
Amy Goodman will speak to benefit KGNU & KBDI Amy Goodman, host of Democracy Now! will speak on behalf of KGNU Community Radio and KBDI Channel 12 at the Central Presbyterian Church 1660 Sherman St in Denver on 9/15 7:30pm 07/30/07 more info
KGNU's Board Meeting in Denver KGNU's monthly meeting of the Board of Directors will be held in Denver. 09/11/07 more info
3rd Anniversary of 1390 AM Help us celebrate the 3rd anniversary of KGNU's broadcasts on 1390 AM. Live bands, DJs, and cake during the Santa Fe 1st Friday Art Walk! Simulcast on KGNU and Ch. 56. The event takes place at the studios of KGNU and Denver Open Media in the Micro Bu 08/09/07 more info
Book and Music Fair and Artists and Their Crafts Show KGNU will host a fund raiser combining two great events, the Book and Music Fair (formerly known as the Book & Record Sale) and the Artists and their Crafts show in one fun-filled day on Saturday, August 25th, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 07/19/07 more info
Nedfest KGNU will sponsor the beer booth at the 9th Annual NedFest Music and Arts festival; all tips will benefit KGNU. 08/13/07 more info
Gospel Music Tent Show and Ice Cream Social Come over, children, the table is spread! KGNU is proud to announce the 3rd Annual Gospel Tent Show & Ice Cream Social in the tent at 4700 Walnut Street in Boulder, from 4 to 6 pm. Music will include Madame Andrews and the Heavenly Echoes; 07/19/07 more info
Volunteer Orientation - Denver Become Radio Active! Learn how you can get involved with KGNU either on air or behind the scenes. 07/30/07 more info
KGNU Board of Directors meeting The KGNU Board of Directors meets. The public is welcome. 08/14/07 more info
Mile High Youth Media Radio Conference Mile High Youth Media will offer a 3-day workshop for teens aged 12-19 years old Tuesday-Thursday, August 7th through the 9th, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., at the Boulder KGNU Studios. 07/18/07 more info
DJ Olive Guest Set & Interview DJ Olive visits KGNU's Friday Afternoon Sound Alternative at 1p on 8/3 for a guest set and interview. 07/30/07 more info
Volunteer Orientation - Boulder Become Radio Active! Learn how you can get involved with KGNU either on air or behind the scenes. 07/30/07 more info
Charles Sawtelle Mountain Jam Join KGNU for a wonderful day of music, BBQ and good times. Music this year will feature The Claire Lynch Band, Steve Conn and Gris Gris, The Jayme Stone Quartet and Kort McCumber. 06/04/07 more info
The Day The Music Stopped The future of independent music on the internet is in immediate danger. Royalty rates for webcasters have been drastically increased by a recent ruling and are due to go into effect on July 15 (retroactive to Jan 1, 2006!). Music on KGNU.org may end! 06/25/07 more info
KGNU Board of Directors meeting The KGNU Board of Directors meets at the station. The public is welcome. 07/10/07 more info
3-day Youth Radio Workshop KGNU and Mile High Youth Media present the second of three Youth Radio Workshops of the summer 06/18/07 more info
The Asylum Street Spankers The Spankers come to Boulder and support KGNU with a fundraising concert. 06/04/07 more info
Denver Open Media DVD release party KGNU and Denver Open Media celebrate the release of DOM's DVD Opening Access, simulcast on Comcast channel 57 and KGNU 1390 AM. 07/06/07 more info
88.5 FM Temporarily Broadcasting with Limited Range Our signal on 88.5 FM is currently reaching only a very small area. Technical issues at our transmitter site, including a temporary loss of power have decreased our broadcast range. We expect the signal to be back at full power within the next two hours. Thanks for your patience. 07/03/08 more info
Test, please ignore test 07/02/07 more info
KGNU G.M. Marty Durlin to depart KGNU Station Manager Marty Durlin announced that she will step down on July 1, 2007. Sam Fuqua to serve as interim manager 03/12/07 more info
Bike to Work Day KGNU will host a breakfast station as part of Boulder's Annual Bike to Work Day on Wednesday, June 27, from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. 06/21/07 more info
Monthly Volunteer Orientation- DENVER KGNU Monthly volunteer orientation. Become radio active! All your questions will be answered about how to get on the air or get involved behind the scenes! 7pm KGNU DENVER Studios 700 Kalamath St, Denver, inside the Microbusiness Development Building 06/04/07 more info
KGNU Traveling Book & Music Faire KGNU will be at the Mile High Flea Market on Sunday June 17th beginning at 9am. We will be selling the fabulous CDs & Vinyl that you have come to rely on, at discount prices. 06/15/07 more info
3-day Youth Radio Workshop KGNU and Mile High Youth Media present the first of three Youth Radio Workshops 05/24/07 more info
KGNU Board of Directors meeting in Denver KGNU's Board of Directors will hold its monthly meeting at our Denver studio 06/08/07 more info
KGNU's Board Meeting in Denver KGNU's monthly meeting of the Board of Directors will be held in Denver 06/12/07 more info
Monthly Volunteer Orientation- BOULDER Become radio active! All your questions will be answered about how to get on the air or get involved behind the scenes! 7pm KGNU BOULDER Studios 4700 Walnut St 06/04/07 more info
6th Annual Plant Sale Get a jump on the garden this year and support KGNU radio. 03/28/07 more info
KGNU Music Programming Changes New programs hit the airwaves and a few favorites have found new homes. Swing Shift, Dusty Grooves, Filet of Soul, and Jam Sandwich broadcast times and info available here. 04/03/07 more info
Help Celebrate KGNU's 29th Birthday KGNU will celebrate 29 years on the air with an Open House beginning at 10 am, at the stations studios at 4700 Walnut Street in Boulder. 05/15/07 more info
Man Man Free Show for KGNU Join KGNU for a free performance from Man Man. Download an invite and come check out the band and hang with some KGNU DJs. 05/09/07 more info
The Traveling Book & Music Faire at Mile High Flea Market This year the Book & Music Faire is taking it to the road! Visit the KGNU table at the Mile High Flea Market, open 7am-5pm for the great bargins you have come to rely on at the stationary sale! 05/04/07 more info
Our FM signal and Internet stream are temporarily offline Due to a power surge at the station, a key piece of equipment is not working. We are attempting to repair it. 05/20/07 more info
MartyParty! The MartyParty celebrates Marty Durlin's 20 years at KGNU Radio. 04/10/07 more info
MartyParty $10 Tickets! $10 MartyParty Tickets! On Sale Now atKGNU Boulder Studio 303-449-4885 05/15/07 more info
MartyParty MARTY PARTYTickets! Tickets! Tickets! 04/30/07 more info
Volunteer Orientation in Denver Please consider becoming Radio Active! Learn how to get on the air or be involved behind the scenes. At our Denver Studio. 03/13/07 more info
Jeremy Scahill in Denver The author of Blackwater: The Rise of the World's Most Powerful Mercenary Army will speak to benefit KGNU. 03/28/07 more info
KGNU Board of Directors The KGNU Board of Directors meets at the Mercury Cafe in Denver. The public is welcome. 05/08/07 more info
Jeremy Scahill in Boulder The author of Blackwater: The Rise of the World's Most Powerful Mercenary Army will speak to benefit KGNU. 03/28/07 more info
Monthly volunteer Orientation Please consider becoming Radio Active! Learn how to get on the air or be involved behind the scenes. 03/13/07 more info
TerraSonic: "Best World Music Show" Westword chose Joel Davis's TerraSonic (Saturdays at noon on 1390 AM) as the Best World Music Show in its "Best Of" 2007 awards. 04/03/07 more info
We Need Your Membership! KGNU's Spring Membership Drive has come and gone, but we need your help to continue our uninterrupted programming. 04/03/07 more info
Emerald Forest dance Join Electronic Air DJ's & Friends for the Emerald Forest Dance Party, featuring electronic dance beats of popular, local DJs 04/03/07 more info
Laura Flanders Book signing with radio host and best-selling author Laura Flanders as a benefit for KGNU 03/28/07 more info
Gonzales hearings The Senate Judiciary Committee's hearing with Attorney General Alberto Gonzales has been postponed until Thursday. 04/17/07 more info
Denver Studio update The Denver studio is up and running! 03/18/07 more info
Denver Record Collectors Spring Expo Stop by the KGNU table at this music collectors event and buy records, CDs or music memorabilia. Sales at this table will benefit KGNU 03/30/07 more info
KGNU Board of Directors meeting The KGNU Board of Directors meets at the station on Tuesday 4/10/07 at 6pm. The public is welcome. 04/10/07 more info
Premium pick-up in Denver - 1 We will have premium thank-you gifts available to our Denver area listener-members at our Denver studio. 04/10/07 more info
Network Maintenance Our Internet services will be off line this evening 04/10/07 more info
Monthly volunteer Orientation Please consider becoming Radio Active! Learn how to get on the air or be involved behind the scenes. 03/13/07 more info
Conflict Resolution on KGNU Resolving common problems with neighbors, co-workers, friends and partners is the focus of a new series during the KGNU Morning Magazine. 03/29/07 more info
3/16-3/24: Spring Music Specials Join us for some amazing music specials. We'll be highlighting Jazz legends Louis Armstrong and Ornette Coleman, dancing a jig on St. Patrick's Day, celebrating Rumi, exploring Afrobeat, The Dead, and more 03/11/07 more info
KGNU Spring Membership Drive! Show your support for KGNU during our Spring Membership Drive - Friday March 16th through Saturday March 24th. KGNU can not exist without your support. Call us now at 303-449-4885, or click here 03/11/07 more info
Kabaret featured in the Daily Camera "George Figgs has this down." 03/12/07 more info
Job opening at KGNU KGNU is seeking a half-time Associate News & Public Affairs Director 03/08/07 more info
KGNU's Board Meeting in Denver KGNU's monthly meeting of the Board of Directors will be held in Denver, at 6 pm on Tuesday, March 13. 03/13/07 more info
The Mighty Twisters Volunteers, staff and listeners from KGNU come together to play many varieties of original and classic dance music, including ska, reggae, R & B and pop. 02/12/07 more info
Tariq Ali lecture & book signing As a benefit for KGNU, Ali will give a talk titled, "War and Democracy: Middle-East and South America." 01/11/07 more info
Palestinian-American poet Suheir Hammad "... a new voice with an authentic blend of language that's her own, and music that belongs to the streets." A benefit for KGNU and Cafe Nuba. 02/07/07 more info
AM signal back to normal Our AM transmitter has been introducing distortion to our signal. It is now fixed. 02/11/07 more info
kgnu.org website back up After a crash, this site is back up. Sorry for the trouble. 02/11/07 more info
KGNU Board of Directors meeting The KGNU Board of Directors meets at the station on Tuesday 2/13/07 at 6pm. The public is welcome. 02/13/07 more info
Underwriting/Ad Sales Job Opening KGNU seeks motivated individual for sales of exciting, newly developed and developing underwriting markets for the Boulder and Denver Metro areas. APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED to 2/9/07 01/19/07 more info
KGNU is seeking a Production & Training Specialist Part-time (half-time) hourly contract position providing production and training support for volunteers using KGNU's Denver studio (700 Kalamath in the Microbusiness Development Center). 01/19/07 more info
KGNU Wine Tasting and Music Benefit Join other KGNU supporters for an evening of merriment as we sample wines and enjoy the kind of wide-ranging music you hear every day on KGNU. 7-9pmCall KGNU to reserve your tickets! 01/11/07 more info
Shawna Claiborne is KGNU's new Membership Director Currently the general manager at KBUT in Crested Butte, Shawna was selected from a field of 45 applicants. 12/22/06 more info
KGNU draft strategic plan The plan is available for your comments. 01/15/07 more info
KGNU Board of Directors meeting This is an open invitation to the entire KGNU community. 01/04/07 more info
Political Comedian Will Durst performs as a fundraiser for KGNU Comedian Will Durst returns to Boulder and Denver in support of KGNU! 11/27/06 more info
KGNU Listeners email list We've set up an email list server for KGNU announcements. 12/17/05 more info
We are broadcasting at 93.7 FM in Nederland! We have successfully moved our mountain translator (93.7 FM) from the Mountain Research Station in Ward, to Nederland. Pictures 12/08/06 more info
Season's greetings from KGNU As the year comes to a close, please consider making a thoughtful and generous end-of-year gift or contribution to KGNU. You can help us realize the dream and vision of providing independent community, radio to more listeners in Boulder, Denver and Beyond 12/01/06 more info
Saint Mouse After 20 years' work, she deserves it! 11/16/06 more info
Porlolo: Premium of the Week KGNU's Premium of the Week for December 11th through December 17th is Porlolo's "Storm & Season" CD. Support KGNU and get some beautiful music as our thanks to you for a basic membership pledge of $40. 12/12/06 more info
CD quality stream Now KGNU's live Internet stream is available at a CD quality, 128 kb/s MP3 stream. 12/01/06 more info
Community Advisory Board meeting This annual meeting is open to the entire KGNU community. 11/17/06 more info
KGNU's Board Meeting Dec. 12 in Denver