Boulder Beat - Sunday, December 15th, 2024

Good Morning, Boulder!
Happy Sunday! 🌟 As the weekend winds down, Boulder offers a perfect mix of meteor showers, holiday festivities, and community vibes. Whether you're catching the last Geminids or shopping for unique holiday gifts, there's something for everyone today. Let’s jump in! 👇

☀️ Weather

• Daytime: Sunny with a high near 53°F. Breezy conditions with south-southwest winds at 14 to 22 mph, shifting west in the afternoon, and gusts up to 34 mph.

• Evening: Mostly clear with a low around 25°F, west winds at 16 to 21 mph, calming to 5 to 10 mph after midnight, and gusts up to 33 mph.

📰 Boulder Buzz

1. Catch the Geminids Meteor Shower
   The Geminids meteor shower, one of the year’s strongest, dazzled stargazers on Friday night. Missed it? The show continues tonight! Set your alarm, bundle up, and gaze at the sky for a spectacular display.
   👉 How to watch at KDVR
   👉 See reactions on Reddit

2. Destination Startup® Applications Open
   Calling all entrepreneurs! The CU Boulder Venture Partners program is now accepting applications for Destination Startup®, a showcase connecting startups with investors and industry leaders.
   👉 More info at CU Boulder

3. The Adventures of Pinocchio - A Family Favorite
   The Boulder Opera Company’s performance of Pinocchio has charmed audiences with its blend of music, storytelling, and whimsy. Perfect for all ages!
   👉 More info at CPR

🎟️ Things to Do

• Hazel Miller & The Collective Holiday Show
  🎶 Celebrate the season with Hazel Miller’s soulful holiday tunes.
  🕖 7:00 PM
  📍 Dairy Arts Center
  👉 Event Info

• Boulder Holiday Gift Festival
  🎁 Shop local and unique gifts from Boulder’s talented artisans.
  🕘 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  📍 Boulder County Fairgrounds
  👉 Details

• Nude Foods Boulder Holiday Fair
  🌱 Sustainable gifts and zero-waste holiday ideas await at Nude Foods’ festive fair.
  🕒 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  📍 Nude Foods Market
  👉 Details

• Jeff and Paige Chanukah Concert
  🕎 Celebrate Chanukah with Jeff and Paige’s interactive family-friendly show.
  🕙 10:00 AM
  📍 Boulder JCC
  👉 Details

• Visits with Santa at Rosetta Hall
  🎅 Snap some free photos and share your wishlist with Santa.
  🕒 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  📍 Rosetta Hall
  👉 Details

• Colorado Skies: The Winter Solstice
  🌌 Learn about the celestial significance of the winter solstice at this fascinating event.
  🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
  📍 Fiske Planetarium
  👉 Details

• Holiday Pop-Up Shop
  🛍️ Discover handcrafted treasures at this holiday-themed pop-up.
  🕚 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  📍 Boulder Theater
  👉 Details

• Duncan Coker Live Music
  🎸 Enjoy an afternoon of live music with Duncan Coker.
  🕛 12:00 PM
  📍 Trident Café
  👉 Details

• Paul McDonald & The Mourning Doves
  🎤 Experience heartfelt melodies at this intimate concert.
  🕗 8:00 PM
  📍 Velvet Elk Lounge
  👉 Details

• Full Throttle Yoga at Sanitas Brewing
  🧘‍♀️ Yoga meets beer at this energizing Sunday session.
  🕒 10:00 AM
  📍 Sanitas Brewing Co.
  👉 Details

• Season of Light - Fulldome Film
  ✨ Celebrate the season with a breathtaking planetarium film.
  🕛 12:00 PM
  📍 Fiske Planetarium
  👉 Details

🍴 Dining Deals

• The Sink
  🕙 11 AM – 1 PM (Brunch Happy Hour)
  🍹 $4 mimosas, $2 off Bloody Marys
  🕒 3 PM – 5 PM (Afternoon Happy Hour)
  🍺 50% off draft/canned beer, $2 off all appetizers, signature cocktails, wine, and mocktails

• T/ACO
  🕒 2 PM – 5 PM
  🌮 $3 street tacos, $4 draft beers, $5 house margaritas

• Creature Comforts Café
  🕗 All Day (9 AM – 4 PM)
  🍷 Complimentary mini charcuterie plate with wine-by-the-glass purchase on Wine Wednesdays.

• Modern Market Eatery
  🥗 15% off your entire order
  👉 Claim Deal

• The Corner
  🍴 Buy one entrée, get one 50% off
  👉 Claim Deal

• Snarf’s
  🎁 15% off gift cards for the perfect stocking stuffer.
  👉 Claim Deal

That’s your Boulder Beat for Sunday, December 15! Whatever your plans, enjoy the day and soak in all the wonderful things Boulder has to offer. 🎉