Afternoon Storms, Taco Deals, and Crypto Chats in Boulder

Boulder’s serving up tacos, vinyl, Bitcoin debates, and maybe a few raindrops today. Just another Tuesday around here.

Weather

Expect a mix of sunshine and stubborn clouds today with a shot of afternoon showers and maybe a few rowdy thunderstorms. Carry a jacket and your sunglasses—because Boulder.

• 🌡️ High: 62º | Low: 40º

• ⛈️ 40% chance of afternoon storms

• 💨 Winds: SE 10–15 mph

• 🌅 Sunrise: 6:02 AM | 🌇 Sunset: 7:54 PM

• 🔥 UV Index: 8 of 11

More detailed forecasts at Boulder Reporting Lab provided by local weather gurus at Bouldercast.

Local Stories

🏠 TGTHR Youth Shelter closes due to background check issues
One of Boulder’s key shelters for young people has shuttered temporarily after major lapses were found in its background check system. Leaders say they’re working to reopen, but it's another blow to vulnerable youth services. Boulder Weekly

🎓 CU Boulder’s Class of 2025 shares advice and hopes
Graduating Buffs are reflecting on their time in Boulder and sharing their best advice for the next generation. Spoiler: don’t skip campus sunrises. CU Boulder Today

🎤 Meet CU’s 2025 Commencement Speaker: Emma Coburn
Olympian, Buff, and local legend Emma Coburn will headline CU’s spring commencement ceremony. Expect some inspiring words and maybe a casual flex on running faster than literally anyone. CU Alumni

🍄 Psilocybin mushrooms showing promise for postpartum depression
Scientists are studying whether psychedelic mushrooms could become a treatment tool for new mothers dealing with postpartum depression. Fascinating early results. CPR

🏈 Shedeur Sanders: 'Perfect fit' with Cleveland Browns
Following his draft selection, Shedeur Sanders says he’s excited to show Cleveland "the real me"—and Buffs fans are ready to ride with him. MSN

🥪 New Banh Mi shop opens on the Hill
Word on Reddit is the new Scrooge Banh Mi could be Boulder’s next lunchtime hero. Early reviews are glowing. Reddit Boulder

💆‍♂️ Walk-in massages in Boulder? Locals weigh in
Need a same-day massage? Redditors shared their go-to walk-in spots for spontaneous self-care. Reddit Boulder

🍽️ Boulder’s favorite restaurants debate heats up
Locals sound off on their absolute favorite restaurants in Boulder—from hidden gems to reliable go-tos. Take notes for your next night out. Reddit Boulder

🚶‍♂️ Boulder’s pedestrian fatality rates stay impressively low
Even as pedestrian deaths rise across Colorado, Boulder’s numbers remain low thanks to strong urban planning and pedestrian-friendly policies. KUNC

❄️ Colorado’s snowpack still lagging behind normal
Statewide snowpack numbers aren’t great heading into summer, raising concerns about drought conditions and water restrictions later this year. CBS News Colorado

Things To Do

🎶 Nada Surf at the Fox Theatre
📍 1135 13th St
⏰ 8:00 PM
🎤 Alt-rock favorites Nada Surf return to Boulder, still proving that aging gracefully doesn’t mean losing your edge. Expect nostalgia and a lot of sing-alongs.
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☁️ Boulder AWS Meetup – Amazon Web Services
📍 1919 14th St (Galvanize Boulder)
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
🎤 Learn, network, and geek out about cloud services and tech innovation at this friendly AWS community meetup.
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💰 Boulder Bitcoin Meetup
📍 Sanitas Brewing Company, 3550 Frontier Ave
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🎤 Whether you're a crypto newbie or a hardcore Bitcoiner, this is your casual crash course. First beer’s on you.
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📚 Robin Walter – Boulder Bookstore
📍 1107 Pearl St
⏰ 6:30 PM
🎤 Author Robin Walter presents Little Mercy, a coming-of-age novel exploring family, identity, and resilience.
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🎶 Turntable Tuesday – VisionQuest Brewery
📍 2510 47th St, Suite A2
⏰ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🎤 Bring your own vinyl or vibe to their eclectic mix. Great beers, great tunes, no pressure.
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Tuesday Deals and Specials

🌮 McDevitt Taco Supply – Weekday Lunch Specials
📍 4800 Baseline Rd
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
🎤 Any two tacos + chips and salsa for $10. Plus $4 margaritas at lunch = yes please.
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🍷 Roadhouse Boulder Depot – Tapas Tuesday Patio Party
📍 2366 Junction Pl
⏰ 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🎤 Shareable tapas, half-off wine, and some sunset patio action.
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🧠 Smarty Party Trivia – Avanti Boulder
📍 1401 Pearl St
⏰ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🎤 Free trivia night with real prizes. Bring your A-game and your smartest friends.
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Here’s to tacos, trivia wins, and missing the afternoon showers. Catch you on Wednesday!