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Winter Freeze, Folsom Jams, and Fun Shows Tonight
Phish Confirmed for 3 nights in Boulder? Coach Prime’s Recruiting Tactic?
Alright, Boulder—grab your coffee, stretch out that ski-season soreness, and let’s get into it. Today’s hot topics: Phish is coming to Folsom for 3 nights 👀, Coach Prime’s sit-back-and-let-them-come-to-me recruiting method, and how you can get involved in shaping North 30th Street’s redesign. Oh, and did we mention trivia, bluegrass, and board games? Let’s go!
Weather
Wednesday – A classic Boulder winter day: cloudy in the morning, then the sun peeks out just enough to remind you it exists. High of 20°F, but wind chills will make it feel closer to zero. Light east breeze at 5 mph—nothing wild, just enough to make your face hurt.
Wednesday Night – Clouds return, low near 10°F, and winds go basically still. A solid night for hibernating, hot drinks, and questioning why you didn’t book a winter getaway.
Sunrise: 6:48 AM
Sunset: 5:41 PM
Moon: Waning Gibbous, moonrise at 12:01 AM, moonset at 9:47 AM.
We’re still in “cold but tolerable” territory, but don’t put away the extra layers yet. Boulder’s got more winter up its sleeve. ❄️
Top Stories
🏈 Coach Prime’s Recruiting Strategy: Genius or Just Lazy?
Deion Sanders isn’t hitting the road to visit recruits—he’s making them come to him. While other coaches crisscross the country, Prime is taking the “You want to play for me? Prove it” approach. Could this be the future of college recruiting, or is it just Coach Prime being Coach Prime? 🤔 Read more at CBS Sports
❄️ Boulder Turned Into a Frosty Wonderland Yesterday
If you missed the stunning ice-covered trees that looked straight out of Narnia, don’t worry—we’ve got the pics. The whole city got a magical dusting of hoarfrost, proving once again that winter in Boulder is never boring. See the photos on Reddit
🚧 Big Changes Coming to North 30th Street
A major redesign is in the works for North 30th Street, and the city wants your input. If you drive, bike, or even just exist in Boulder, you might want to check out the plans and make your voice heard before we end up with another roundabout nobody understands. Project details here & Interactive Map
🎵 Phish Heads, Rejoice! Folsom Field Show Is (Almost) Official
The jam band legends are rumored to be playing three nights at Folsom Field over July 4th weekend. Get your tie-dye and dancing shoes ready—it’s looking like another epic Boulder summer. Official announcement coming any day now! Read more at The Colorado Sun
🥧 Boulder’s ‘Pie Guy’ Raising Dough for LA Bakeries
Local pie master John Lehndorff is on a mission to help LA bakeries recover from recent wildfires. Because when times get tough, nothing heals quite like a good slice of pie. Want to help (or just find an excuse to eat more pie)? Full story at KGNU
Things To Do
🎬 Banff Mountain Film Festival – Final Night!
Missed the first two nights? Here’s your last shot at catching jaw-dropping adventure films from the world’s top outdoor filmmakers. If you love heart-pounding ski descents and epic climbing expeditions, this is your Super Bowl. 7:00 PM @ Boulder Theater 🎟️ Tickets & Info
🤠 Honky Tonk Wednesdays at Colorado Club Saloon
Put on your best boots and get ready for a night of two-steppin’ with live country music. Brett Hendrix brings the twang, you bring the moves. 7:00 PM @ Colorado Club Saloon 🪕 Details
🎹 Piano Guest Recital: Liza Stepanova
An evening of mesmerizing classical piano with Liza Stepanova. If your ears need a break from blaring Spotify ads, treat them to something truly elegant. 7:00 PM @ CU Imig Music 🎶 More Info
🎶 Girls Put Your Records On – Vinyl Ladies’ Night
It’s ladies’ night at Velvet Elk Lounge, where DJ Iris Berkeley spins the best of vinyl. Half-price bottles of wine + two-for-one cocktails = an unbeatable midweek vibe. 7:00 PM @ Velvet Elk Lounge 🍷 Event Details
🎤 Live eTown Taping with Kathleen Edwards
Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at eTown’s live music and interview taping featuring the soulful Kathleen Edwards. A mix of storytelling, music, and good vibes. 6:30 PM @ eTown Hall 🎙️ Info
🏀 CU Women’s Basketball vs. Baylor
The Buffs take on Baylor in what’s sure to be a hard-fought Big 12 showdown. Pack the CU Events Center and bring the noise! 7:00 PM @ CU Events Center 🏆 Tickets
🧶 Community Craft Club
Knitting, crocheting, embroidery—whatever your fiber craft of choice, bring it along and connect with other crafters over a cup of coffee at Trident Booksellers. 5:30 PM @ Trident Booksellers & Cafe ☕ Details
🍿 Oscar Shorts: Animated Edition
Before you fill out your Oscar ballot, watch the year’s best animated short films on the big screen. Expect laughs, tears, and a whole lot of “Wait, that was only 8 minutes?!” 6:30 PM @ Dairy Arts Center 🎞️ Details
🎭 The Count of Monte Cristo – Live Performance
Classic revenge story, but make it live theater. A must-see adaptation of the timeless Dumas tale. 7:00 PM @ Dairy Arts Center 🎭 Tickets
🧠 Brain Food Trivia @ Twisted Pine Brewing
Grab a team and flex your random knowledge while sipping on craft brews. Bonus points if you know all the state capitals. 7:00 PM @ Twisted Pine Brewing 🍻 Details
❓ Trivia Night @ Full Cycle Café & Bar
Four rounds of trivia, one final question to decide the winner, and a $50 bar tab up for grabs. Worth showing up just for the tapas. 7:00 PM @ The Tune Up, Full Cycle 🏆 Details
🎻 Open Bluegrass Pick @ Beyond the Mountain Brewing
Calling all pickers and grinners! Join Sweet Lillies’ members for a laid-back bluegrass jam. Listeners welcome, too—because bluegrass + beer just makes sense. 5:00 PM @ Beyond the Mountain Brewing 🎶 Info
🎲 Boulder Board Games Meetup @ Sanitas Brewing
Board games and beers? Name a better combo. Bring your own game or join in on a group favorite. 6:00 PM @ Sanitas Brewing 🎲 Meetup Info