Boulder Beat - Monday, December 16, 2024

Happy Monday! 🎉 While the start of the week is a little quieter on events and headlines, it’s the perfect chance to catch up on some local buzz, finish up your holiday shopping, or dive into the best happy hour deals in town. Let’s kick off the week with everything Boulder has to offer! 👇

☀️ Weather

• Daytime: Mostly sunny with a high near 50°F. West northwest winds at 3 to 6 mph keep things calm.

• Evening: Partly cloudy with a low around 31°F and a west wind around 6 mph.

📰 Boulder Buzz

1. Travis Hunter Wins the Heisman!
   CU Colorado Buffalo Travis Hunter continues to make waves, bringing home the Heisman Trophy, one of college football’s most prestigious awards. His historic win cements his legacy as one of the best in the game. Cu’s last Heisman was in 1994!
   👉 More info at CPR

2. Scammers Be Scammin’
   Beware of a phone scam claiming to represent Boulder Valley Humane Society. Locals are reporting fake calls asking for donations. Always verify before sharing personal information!
   👉 Details on Reddit

3. Exploring the Audacity of Funk
   A new feature from CU Boulder delves into the boldness of funk music and its place in contemporary musical studies. Dive into the world of groovy beats and cultural impacts.
   👉 More info at CU Boulder

4. A Tech Reckoning in Boulder’s Underground Media Lab
   Boulder’s Media Archaeology Lab is uncovering lessons from the past to guide our future relationship with technology. From vintage computers to old media formats, this lab bridges nostalgia and innovation.
   👉 Read more at The Gazette

5. Craft Brewers Brace for 2025 Challenges
   With increasing costs and supply chain struggles, Boulder’s craft breweries are preparing for a tough year ahead. But if there’s one thing they’re known for, it’s resilience (and great beer).
   👉 More info at BizWest

🎟️ Things to Do

• Sound Journey with Cacao and Movement
  ✨ Unwind with a meditative sound journey featuring cacao and intentional movement. Perfect for resetting your week.
  🕖 7:00 PM
  📍 The StarHouse
  👉 Event Info

• Open Mic with Steve Koppe
  🎤 Share your talent or cheer on local performers at this open mic night hosted by Steve Koppe.
  🕖 7:00 PM
  📍 Roots Music Project
  👉 Details

• Monday Pub Run at Sanitas Brewing
  🏃‍♂️ Join this casual 5K pub run and enjoy a pint post-run with fellow beer and fitness lovers.
  🕕 6:00 PM
  📍 Sanitas Brewing Co.
  👉 Details

• The Lion in Winter: Classics with Jeffrey Kash
  🎭 Dive into this classic play about power struggles in the royal court, hosted by Jeffrey Kash.
  🕗 7:30 PM
  📍 The Dairy Arts Center
  👉 Event Info

• 5th Annual Endurance Social
  🚴‍♀️ Gather with fellow endurance athletes to celebrate the year and connect with the community.
  🕔 5:00 PM
  📍 Sanitas Brewing Co.
  👉 Details

🍴 Dining Deals

• Sanitas Brewing
  🕒 3 PM – 5 PM
  🍺 Select pints for $2.50

• Japango
  🍣 Happy Hour All Day! Don’t miss their specials on sushi rolls, sake, and more.

• The Attic Bar & Bistro
  🕒 3 PM – 6 PM (Monday – Saturday); 9 PM – Close (Sundays)
  🍔 $3.50 sliders, $5 appetizers
  🍸 $4 well cocktails, $4 drafts, $5 Fat Alberts

• The Post Chicken & Beer
  🕒 2 PM – 6 PM (Monday – Friday)
  🍗 Appetizers: $6 – $10
  🍺 2-for-1 draft beer pints, $10 flights, $6 wine, $15 cocktails

• Ben & Jerry’s
  🍦 Buy one entrée, get one 50% off
  👉 Claim Deal

That’s your Boulder Beat for Monday, December 16! Start your week off strong 💪 , Boulderites, and enjoy everything our city has to offer. 🎉