Wildfire Warnings, Vinyl Picks, and Free Movie Nights

Partly sunny, partly stormy, fully Boulder. Tonight’s got trivia battles, jam sessions, and at least one very strange documentary about fate and a fish dinner. Welcome to your midweek mix.

Humpday Weather

The midweek weather is a bit of a wild card. We’ll get a decent dose of sun early on, but keep an umbrella nearby—scattered afternoon showers and possible thunderstorms are in the mix. Nothing major, just enough to soak your bike seat.

• 🌡️ High: 64º | Low: 45º

• 🌤️ Chance of rain: 40% PM | 50% overnight

• 💨 Wind: Light and variable

• 🌅 Sunrise: 6:10 AM | 🌇 Sunset: 7:48 PM

• 🔥 UV Index: 6 of 11

Local Stories

🐛 Colorado forests face new pest problems beyond pine beetles
While the infamous bark beetle has done its damage, other invasive pests are now targeting Colorado’s already-vulnerable forests. Expect more dead trees—and more fire risk. Colorado Sun

📦 CU Surplus Store goes viral with Earth Day deals
Boulder’s favorite hidden gem for discounted gear and forgotten tech just posted a juicy Earth Day haul. Redditors are eyeing $1 chairs and weird science stuff. Reddit Thread

🔥 Wildfire forces evacuations near Horsetooth Reservoir
Reminder: fire season isn’t coming—it’s here. A fast-moving fire north of Fort Collins forced evacuations this week. Winds + dry fuel = bad combo. KUNC

💧 Geothermal energy: climate-friendly, but risky near hot springs
Colorado wants more geothermal, but not at the expense of treasured hot springs. CPR explores how the state might tap into its underground potential—without making Glenwood go dry. CPR

🍽️ Best bites of early 2025, according to Boulder Weekly
From tamales to tiki drinks, Boulder Weekly rounds up their favorite local dishes of the year so far. Warning: will cause hunger. Boulder Weekly

🏕️ Roofnest reveals new rooftop tent that sleeps four
Boulder-based Roofnest just dropped a mega-sized rooftop tent for adventuring families (or very bougie solo campers). Sleeps four, inflates in seconds, and looks like a spaceship. GearJunkie

Things To Do

🎸 Stevie’s Picks – Velvet Elk Lounge
📍 2037 13th St
⏰ 8:00 PM
🎤 Handpicked artists, indie grooves, and low-lit lounge vibes curated by Boulder’s favorite vinyl nerd.
🔗 Velvet Elk Event

🧠 Brain Food Trivia – Twisted Pine Brewing
📍 3201 Walnut St
⏰ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🎤 Witty host Brian K brings fresh rounds of general trivia each week. Come with friends, leave with pride (and beer).
🔗 Event Info

🧠 Trivia Night – Full Cycle Tune Up Tavern
📍 2355 30th St
⏰ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🎤 Four rounds, no entry fee, and a $50 bar tab for the winners. What’s not to love?
🔗 Event Info

🎲 Boulder Board Games Meetup – Sanitas Brewing
📍 3550 Frontier Ave
⏰ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🎤 Bring your own board game or join a table. New folks welcome every week.
🔗 Meetup Link

🎶 Bluegrass Pick – Beyond the Mountain Brewing
📍 6035 Longbow Dr
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
🎤 Open bluegrass jam hosted by members of The Sweet Lillies. Come pick or sip.
🔗 Event Info

🎥 The Gullspång Miracle – Film Screening
📍 Dairy Arts Center
⏰ 7:00 PM
🎤 A darkly funny, strange-but-true documentary about two sisters, a fish dinner, and a wild twist of fate.
🔗 Event Info

🎥 On the Adamant – Special Screening
📍 Dairy Arts Center
⏰ 4:00 PM
🎤 A moving doc about a floating mental health center in Paris. Quiet, powerful, and beautifully shot.
🔗 Event Info

🎥 Earth Week Film Night – Water Is Love
📍 eTown Hall
⏰ 6:30 PM
🎤 A one-night-only screening and panel focused on water conservation and climate resilience.
🔗 Event Info

📚 Book Club: Stolen – Our Shelves Fiction Group
📍 Boulder Bookstore
⏰ 6:30 PM
🎤 A deep dive into Stolen by Ann-Helén Laestadius. Thoughtful discussion guaranteed.
🔗 Book Club Info

🍽️ Boulder 50+ Dining Out Group – Café Blue
📍 Café Blue (Table Mesa area)
⏰ 5:30 PM
🎤 Friendly weekly dinner meet-up for Boulderites aged 50+. Great convo, easygoing vibe.
🔗 RSVP Link

🎶 Live Music at License No. 1
📍 Hotel Boulderado
⏰ 8:00 PM
🎤 Tonight’s act: Superimposition. Smooth jazz, great cocktails, plush vibes.
🔗 Event Info

Whether you spend tonight under bluegrass lights or book club lamps, thanks for riding Boulder’s midweek rhythm. Catch you tomorrow.