White Wine Tasting
4 p.m. Thursday, May 30, Dedalus, 1825 Pearl St., Suite B, Boulder. Free
For many vino enthusiasts, summer means setting aside those rich reds for whimsical whites. That’s why Dedalus is hosting this free tasting featuring their favorite “high-voltage white wines.” Come check out these seasonal sippers and leave with a bottle (or two).
Andrea Gibson and Tig Notaro
7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 30, Paramount Theatre, 1621 Glenarm Place, Denver. $75+
Longtime Boulder resident and Colorado Poet Laureate Andrea Gibson takes the stage with comedian Tig Notaro for two nights of spoken word at Denver’s Paramount Theater. Check out a Boulder Weekly profile on the homegrown literary heavyweight before you go: bit.ly/AndreaGibsonBW
Boulder Creek Dip
10 a.m. to noon. Saturday, June 1, Eben G. Fine Park, 101 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder. Suggested donation: $5-$10
Take the plunge this weekend at Boulder Creek, where hosts Josh and Reese will lead a cold-water immersion session and breathing exercises based on the Wim Hof technique. Bring a towel, yoga mat, swim suit and dry clothes.
Street Wise Arts Mural Walking Tour
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 1, Creature Comforts Cafe, 1647 Pearl St., Boulder. Suggested donation: $10-$50
Experience Boulder’s eye-popping public art up close with a guided walking tour led by a knowledgeable Street Wise Arts docent. Tours run for approximately two hours and cover up to two miles. Registration required.
Lafayette Brew Fest
2-6 p.m. Saturday, June 1, Morrell Printing Solutions Parking Lot, 990 S. Public Road. Free entrance
Lafayette’s annual craft beer bash returns for a day of world-class brews, live music and food trucks. All breweries and cideries are located within 75 miles of the city, including Cellar West, Liquid Mechanics Brewing Co., Stem Ciders and more.
Arts in the Park
7-9 p.m. Saturday, June 1, Boulder Civic Area, Broadway and Canyon Boulevard. Free
The City of Boulder presents its annual program of performances representing a wide swath of artistic disciplines. This weekend’s showcase focuses on the Boulder Ballet, with food trucks, beer and wine vendors on site.
Summer Yoga Series
9-10 a.m. Saturday, June 1, Museum of Boulder, 2205 Broadway
Head to the rooftop at the Museum of Boulder for a relaxing yoga session presented by Boulder Parks and Recreation. Focusing on standing flows and floor poses, this weekly series is designed for beginners and experienced students alike.
Stained Glass Summer Nights
5-7 p.m. Saturday, June 1, Colorado Glass Works, 1500 Pearl St., Boulder. $310
Try your hand at stained glass during this two-hour workshop at Colorado Glass Works. All tools will be provided to craft your own mountain scene with pre-cut projects. This isn’t a “full beginner class,” but offers a laid-back environment for experimenting with the process.
Sundays on West Pearl
10 a.m. to noon. Sunday, June 2, The New Local, 741 Pearl St., Boulder. Free
Ring in a new summer culture series “to enliven downtown with connection, creativity and fun for everyone.” The New Local and Mayor Aaron Brockett raise the curtain on this weekly event featuring free art activities, fresh flower ateliers, performances and more.
Watercolor Sketching Workshop
1:30-3:30 p.m. Monday, June 3, Lafayette Public Library, 775 W. Baseline Road. Free
Learn to fuse two “relaxed and accessible forms of artistic expression” during this Maker Monday workshop co-sponsored by The Collective and Lafayette Arts and Cultural Resources Department. You’ll leave with the knowledge you need to watercolor, sketch and experiment.
FarmFest Summer Music Evenings
4:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 5, Sunflower Farm, 11150 Prospect Road, Longmont. $27
Wednesday summer evenings mean down-home music at Sunflower Farm in Longmont. This week will feature a performance by FoCo bluegrass Shuck Wagon, plus food vendors and non-alcoholic refreshments from Palo Coffee & Bar.
Dancing with the Boulder Stars
5:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 5, Boulder Theater, 2032 14th St. $15-$50
Join YWCA Boulder County for the final iteration of its dance competition fundraiser featuring local celebrities. While Boulder Weekly editor-in-chief Shay Castle’s dreams of participating may officially be dashed, you can experience this “Last Dance” while supporting a good cause.
