Art & Sip: Paper Arts + Colorful Collage
4-6 p.m. and 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21, Longmont Museum, 400 Quail Road. $45
Get crafty (and a little tipsy) at this Longmont Museum class designed for beginners and experienced crafters alike. Make an abstract collage inspired by the colors and shapes of LEGO bricks, the theme of the museum’s ongoing special exhibition. Register online or by calling 303-651-8374.
And Now … Featuring
6-8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21, Trident Booksellers & Cafe, 940 Pearl St., Boulder. Free
Let your hidden talent shine during this monthly variety show at Trident. Hosted by Aimee Herman, this regular showcase features local artists of all stripes, from poets to comedians and points in between: “Read a poem, sing a song — the stage is yours.”
Grateful Drag
8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21, Fox Theatre, 1135 13th St., Boulder. $15-$18
The world’s first Grateful Dead-themed drag band BERTHA takes the stage for a night of queer-affirming joy. Queen Potted Plant will be your host at this benefit for Transformative Freedom Fund, Bread & Roses Legal Center and Rocky Mountain Equality.
Boulder Farmers Market
8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, 13th Street and Central Park. Free
Not ready to say goodbye to the Boulder Farmers Market? Enjoy the last event of the season by stocking up on apples, beets, broccoli, brussel sprouts and other autumnal produce — or just hang out and enjoy a warm meal and some live music. Longmont Farmers Market vendors will also be on hand to send off the season in style.
Merry-achi Holidays Plaza Lighting
6-7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, Library West Plaza, 350 Kimbark St., Longmont. Free
¡Feliz Navidad, Longmonsters! Follow the sweet harmonies of Las Dahlias’ mariachi to the annual holiday plaza lighting. Countdown to the big moment while you warm your hands with a cup of hot chocolate. Keep an ear out for sleigh bells: We heard Santa might be making an appearance.
Firefly Handmade Holiday Market
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, Pearl Street Mall, Boulder. Free
Keep the kitsch off the holiday gift list and find the perfect handmade present on Pearl this Saturday. Check out artisan goods from more than 80 vendors, from pre-bottled craft cocktails to psychedelic ceramics. Plus live music from Strings and The Box and d’Lovelies.
Herbalism Holiday Market
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday Nov. 23 and Sunday Nov. 24, Old Town Lafayette, 424 E. Simpson St. Free
Stock up on natural remedies to keep the winter blues away at this holiday market hosted by the School of Clinical Herbalism. Food, drink, merriment, an ice cream truck and astrology readings are on the menu in addition to the artisan market. Learn how to make a “holiday antioxidant juice” at a mini workshop each day at 1 p.m. for $15.
Dickens Fall Drag Night
6-8 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24, Dickens Opera House, 302 Main St., Longmont. $17.75
Local diva Jessica L’Whor takes the stage with a cast of Colorado’s best drag performers for a night you don’t want to miss. Prepare to be starstruck by dazzling dance routines and jaw-dropping musical numbers for seasoned drag showgoers and newcomers alike. Event is 21+ and tickets go up $5 on the day of the show.
Switch on the Holidays
5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24, 1300 Block of Pearl Street, Boulder
Flip the switch on holiday cheer during the annual lighting on Pearl Street Mall. Local dance group Kids in Locomotion kicks off the festivities, followed by classic excerpts from The Nutcracker by Boulder Ballet. Plus music from the Boulder Chorale and an appearance from your favorite North Pole characters (including the Big Man himself).
Giving Thanks Outdoors
2-3:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24, Outdoor Classroom, 105 W. Baseline Road, Lafayette. Free
‘Tis the season of gratitude, so tap into the spirit of thanks on this 1.5-mile walk hosted at Lafayette’s Outdoor Classroom. This “contemplative outing” will include stories, discussions and introspection on Mother Earth. Registration required.
LoCo Ukulele Jam
2-4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24, Bootstrap Brewing Company, 142 Pratt St., Longmont. Free
If you like your weekends with a little whimsy, you don’t want to miss the LoCo Ukulele Jam at Bootstrap Brewing Company in Longmont. Growing from a smattering of less than a dozen uke enthusiasts to standing-room only blowouts over the past seven years, this quirked-up tradition is the perfect antidote to the Sunday Scaries.
Podcasting 101
4-5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 28, Longmont Public Media, 457 4th Ave. $75
Are you a gifted yapper looking for the right outlet? Learn the ins and outs of podcasting during this introductory class at Longmont Public Media. You’ll get the lowdown on everything from sound and video setup to branding, SEO best practices and more.
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