What's Happening in Boulder County!
Jump on the funky bus to learn things you never knew about Boulder. We are talking ghosts, murders, and other tempting details of Boulder history here. The bus tour is just under two hours and super fun for the whole family! The buses leave from the Hotel Boulderado at 2pm and 4pm, Friday through Sunday. You need to make a reservation ahead of time. To learn more or purchase tickets click here.
NCAR Community Art Program brings artists’ works to Boulder on a rotating basis. Enjoy the art show, the location, and the hands on exhibits. The exhibit is ongoing. NCAR is free and open to the public daily during business hours [8am to 5pm]. More detailed information here.
Cheryl Carter-Pierce is a photographer who spent three years on the coast of Maine for a photographic project called “First Light”. This series was mostly recorded in the pre-dawn light, rendering deep colors and striking patterns. Carter-Pierce’s work will be on exhibit in Gallery I of the National Center for Atmospheric Research.
Norman Singer’s photography attempts to illustrate the commonality of the human spirit. Singer’s work will be on exhibit in Gallery II of the National Center for Atmospheric Research.
“Flick And Float” is a Boulder tradition! Head to Scott Carpenter Pool for an end of summer celebration. What do you get to do? Watch the movie E.T. while floating in the pool! Family open swim will begin at 7 p.m. and the movie will begin at dusk (around 8:30 p.m.). $5/person or $20/family of 5.
[Saturday, August 24, 2013]
More information here.
La Sylphide, one of the oldest surviving Romantic ballets, is captured in cinematic glory and here in Boulder’s art house theater. A beautiful fairy disappears into the mist – how will the amorous farmer find her again? And what will his fiancee think of all this? La Sylphide features an all-star cast including Aurelie Dupont and Mathieu Ganio.
[August 20, 2013 . 7:00pm]
Day and night there is always something going on on the Pearl Street Mall in Downtown Boulder. The master of ceremonies for the Downtown Boulder area is Downtown Boulder Inc [DBI]. If you want to catch an event, are wondering what is happening, need to find a restaurant, or want to find a business, turn to DBI.
Here is a sample list of what’s officially happening today on the Pearl Street Mall, Monday, August 19, 2013. Of course you can always head down to Pearl Street to enjoy watching buskers, grab a cup of coffee, let the kids frolic on the play structures or in the pop fountain, people watch, and so much more!
Monday, Aug 19, 2013
The Rocky Mountain Airshow is bringing aviation history, spectacle and much more to the area all weekend. There are live shows, demos, opportunities to see some amazing aircrafts up close, hot air balloons, and much more. This event is happening at the Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport in Broomfield. To learn more and/or purchase tickets click here.
[August 17 & 18 . 8am to 5pm]
The Boulder Farmer’s Market is in full swing. This is the height of the season and Wednesday nights at the Market are sublime. May we suggest heading downtown, grabbing this week’s veggies and fruits, purchasing some delicious food, grabbing a drink and listening to live music? While you are at it, duck into the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art–it is free when the Market is on. It is certain to be a lovely night! Hours are 4:00 to 8:00pm.
Enjoy a night hike at Bald Mountain. The Bald Mountain Scenic Area which is 5 miles west of Boulder on Sunshine Canyon Drive. Join Boulder County volunteer naturalists for an evening of exploring Bald Mountain under cover of darkness. You will hike about one mile roundtrip on a moderately strenuous trail, enjoying the starlight, listening for night sounds, and learning about some of the nocturnal habits of the critters that live here. Bring water, closed-toe hiking shoes/boots, suitable clothing for the weather, a flashlight, and your night vision. All ages are welcome. [August 13, 2013 . 8:30pm to 10:00pm]
This weekend the 1400 block of Pearl Street Mall will light up with the colors, smells, sights and sounds of Asian cultures. Join the thousands who attend this annual festival for delicious food, entertainment, arts and crafts, and much more! This event is free.
[August 10 & 11 . 11am to 5pm]
The Boulder History Museum is having a free day today. Why not stop in and find out what you may not know about Boulder? Their newest exhibit includes Beer! Boulder’s History on Tap, so if you love beer and Boulder you may just want to get to know both a little better with a stop at the Boulder History Museum. More information here.
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