Articles by Megan Ranegar:
48 Hours in Joshua Tree
Plotting your next adventure? Consider Joshua Tree, a Southern California escape that’ll leave you feeling like you stepped into an issue of National Geographic (or perhaps a Dr. Seuss book). Only two hours from Los Angeles and less than an hour from Palm Springs, Joshua Tree makes for a most magical respite for Angelenos and… Read more
New Year, New Hobby: Ten Unique Classes to Level Up in 2019
February is fast approaching and if you’re anything like us, your New Year’s Resolutions fell by the wayside weeks ago. You can totally tackle that Marie Kondo-approved closet next year, but for now, why not spark joy with a hip new hobby? Scroll on for our list of ten unconventional classes across the U.S. —… Read more
The Fruitstitute’s Top Five Tips For Tasty Backyard Fruit
When Joanna Glovinsky saw a need for a fruit tree-specific care and education service in her area, she decided to create one herself. Combining her degree in health and social change with a lot of gardening experience and a little sass, LA-based Fruitstitute was born. “Now we’re the only fruit tree-specific business for backyard growers in… Read more
Behind the Dream: Five Lessons We Can Learn From Immigrant Biz Owners
Since 2004, Yelp has worked to connect millions of people to the best in local business. In that time we’ve met thousands of passionate small business owners, a group as hard-working and diverse as any you’ll find. In this series, we share stories of just some of the people who, through their commitment to building… Read more
Hobby #Goals: Ten DIY Workshops Across the U.S.
With the holidays over and summertime in the distant future, the time is right to dig deep into a cool new hobby. Ever thought of giving DIY a try? Whether you’re wanting to macrame your way to total relaxation or low-key weld your own car parts, there’s a hands-on workshop out there for just about everyone…. Read more
Yelp Denver Gives Back at Sneekeazy
The Yelp Denver Elite Squad spent its final event of the year getting buzzed while giving back at Sneekeazy, Denver’s newest speakeasy! Guests brought warm clothes and shoes to support Clothes to Kids Denver, a local nonprofit that provides new and quality used clothing to preschool–12th grade students from low-income or in-crisis families, free of charge. Forty generous… Read more
Top 25 Craft Breweries in Colorado
Notice a hop-filled buzz in the crisp, mountain air? Thousands from around the world will flock to the Mile High City today to kick off the Great American Beer Fest, our nation’s largest celebration of the sudsy stuff. If all this beer-related excitement has you craving, well, more beer, might we suggest heading to one… Read more
Yelp Denver’s Yappy Hour Benefiting MaxFund!
Dogs are a Yelper’s best friend! Denver Yelpers and their furry friends gathered this past Sunday for a Yappy Hour at downtown Denver’s newest pet-friendly hotel, Hotel Indigo. There were plentiful pups of all shapes and sizes to raise money for MaxFund, a no-kill shelter based in Denver. Light bites and libations were provided by… Read more
Yelp Rocks on the Road
Ah, the glamorous life of a rock star. Late nights, screaming fans, and…ice cream cones on Coney Island? If you think life on the road is all tour buses and green rooms, think again — touring musicians are always on the lookout for amazing local businesses while they roll through your city. Whether it’s the… Read more
Yelp Denver’s Oh Hey Summer Party!
Slap on your SPF, it’s summertime in the Mile High! Yelp Denver kicked off the season with an “Oh Hey Summer” party in The Hangar at Stanley, an airplane hangar turned hip event space. Guests sampled over 4o local favorites–from tacos and biscuits to kombucha and cocktails, there was truly something to please every type of… Read more