Friday November 15th 2024

🎉 Happy FriYay, Boulder! 🌞

We’ve made it to the end of the week, and it’s shaping up to be a beautiful day! Here’s what’s happening around town today:

🌤️ Weather

  • High: 55°F | Low: 33°F
    Clear skies and sunshine make for a perfect autumn day to get outside! 🌞

📰 Top Stories

🏢 Office Space Check-In
Boulder's office vacancy rate has hit over 40%, marking a shift in our local commercial real estate landscape. Some property owners are considering converting office buildings to residential use to adapt to market demands. Listen to KGNU dive in to the issue.
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💼 New Leadership at Boulder SBDC
The Boulder Small Business Development Center (SBDC) welcomes Sharon King as its new Executive Director. King brings experience from her time leading the Lafayette Chamber of Commerce and running multiple small businesses. The SBDC is also expanding its partnership with the Boulder Chamber to bolster support for local entrepreneurs and small businesses.
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💧 Utilities Going Digital
Heads up, Boulder residents! The city is modernizing its utility billing system this month. Here’s what you need to know:

  • All water customers will need to re-register for the new Customer Billing Portal

  • The city is moving to completely paperless billing by February 2025

  • The new system promises improved account management and easier payment options

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🚧 Traffic Update
The Baseline/Cherryvale intersection is closed due to a gas pipe break. Avoid the area if possible.

Today’s Events

🎶 Deadphish Orchestra at Velvet Elk Lounge

  • Time: 8:00 PM | Tickets: $20
    Calling all jam band lovers! Get your groove on with Deadphish Orchestra for a night of Phish and Grateful Dead vibes!
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🍺 Live Music Fridays at Sanitas Brewing

  • Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Price: Free!
    Kick back with a cold brew, live tunes, and friendly vibes—the perfect start to the weekend!
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🎤 Mojomama & Taylor Shae at Roots Music Project

  • Time: 7:30 PM | Tickets: $20
    A soulful, bluesy evening awaits! Join us for the ultimate double bill of rhythm and groove.
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💃 Zikr Dance Ensemble presents “Secrets”

  • Time: 7:30 PM | Tickets: $20 - $30
    Experience the magic of dance and mysticism at the Dairy Arts Center! Perfect for a unique night out.
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🎻 Intimate Evening with Jeremy Garrett & Ryan Cavanaugh

  • Time: 5:30 PM | Tickets: $25
    Bluegrass fans, this one’s for you! Enjoy an up-close performance with talented musicians at Stone Cottage Studios.
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🍸 Happy Hour Highlights

  • The Kitchen: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM – $5 drafts, $7 wines, $8 cocktails 🍹

  • West End Tavern: 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM – $5 wells, $2 off drafts, $1 wings (with a rooftop view!) 🍻

  • Verde Boulder: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM – $4 beers, $5 margaritas, $3 tacos 🌮

Have a fantastic Friday, Boulder! 🎉 Catch you tomorrow for more of what’s happening this weekend. 👋

Photo Credit Zach Dischner