Today
Down to the Garden: 4 p.m., Museum of Boulder, 2205 Broadway, Boulder. Join Growing Gardens for a family-friendly evening of garden fun. Get a guided tour of Growing Gardens, get your hands dirty in the gardens, play lawn games and get dinner at the food truck. Attendees will plant, learn and explore how gardens can nourish the local food system, teach young minds and bring the community together. Free-$10, 303-449-3464, museumofboulder.org.
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Rewilding Hike: 9 a.m. Tuesday, Academic Hall, 298 Morning Glory Road, Boulder. Join for a peaceful, guided hike led by Rose Gay. This hike is designed to awaken the senses, ground participants in the present and inspire gratitude for the beauty of the forest. Bring a water bottle, hat, sunscreen and hiking shoes. The hike will be a 2 mile loop with 500 feet of elevation gain. Registration required. Free, chautauqua.com.
Diversity Book Club: 2 p.m. Tuesday, George Reynolds Branch, 3595 Table Mesa Drive, Boulder. Read books by diverse authors and discuss them over tea and coffee. Diversity Book Club meets the second Tuesday of the month. May’s selection is “The Leavers,” by Lisa Ko. calendar.boulderlibrary.org.
“The Buddhist Enneagram” book signing: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Boulder Book Store, 1107 Pearl St., Boulder. Susan Piver will speak about and sign her new book “The Buddhist Enneagram: Nine Paths to Create a Deeper Relationship with Yourself and Others”. $5, boulderbookstore.net.
Geology hike: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Academic Hall, 298 Morning Glory Road, Boulder. Explore the fascinating geology of the Flatirons on a guided walk where ancient rock formations tell stories millions of years in the making. Discover the natural wonders beneath your feet while enjoying breathtaking views and engaging insights. Led by local expert and professional geologist, Bruce Manchon. Please bring water, hat, sunscreen and sturdy shoes. Registration required. Free, chautauqua.com.
Bitterroot concert: 6 p.m. Wednesday, Trident Booksellers & Café, 940 Pearl St., Boulder. Bitterroot began as a Boulder-based trio comprised of songwriter/vocalist/guitarist Caroline Quine, bassist/vocalist Matt Cantor and guitarist/vocalist Kevin Johnson. The project has welcomed additional local and national artists as they add studio recordings to their songcraft, including producer/guitarist Julian Peterson. tridentcafe.com.
Laura Resau & Nicole Hackett author talk: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Boulder Book Store, 1107 Pearl St., Boulder. Laura Resau and Nicole Hackett will speak about and sign their new books “The River Muse” and “Mom Brain”. $5, boulderbookstore.net.
“Colorado’s People of the Sacred Land” exhibit: 9 a.m. Thursday, Museum of Boulder, 2205 Broadway, Boulder. As we consider the meaning of the 250th anniversary of American Independence and the 150th anniversary of Colorado statehood, let’s center the voices and perspectives of Indigenous people, past and present, and reflect on the legacies we inherit. This exhibit highlights key findings from the Truth, Restoration, and Education Commission (TREC) Reports, paired with artwork by Native artists addressing the personal impact of these histories. Free-$12, 303-449-3464, museumofboulder.org.
Jazz, Soul and Groove jam sessions: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Roots Music Project, 4747 Pearl, Suite V3A, Boulder. Musicians unite for collaborative jazz, soul and groove performance. Pro artists create dynamic musical fusion. Free, eventbrite.com.
“The Mahlers in New York” film screening: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Canyon Theater at the Boulder Public Library, 10012 Arapahoe, Boulder. Former NYTimes music critic Joseph Horowitz has adapted his book about the Mahlers for the stage. Horowitz’ play deals with the contradictions and complexities of Gustave Mahler. It is set in the context of his marriage to Alma, herself a contradictory partner, and perhaps the unwilling victim of his genius. Free, 730-310-8946, mahlerfest.org.
World Migratory Bird Day of the Rockies: 4:30 p.m. Friday, Walden Ponds Wildlife Habitat , 3893 N. 75th St., Boulder. Celebrate migratory birds and their incredible journeys. Hosted by the Boulder-based nonprofit Environment for the Americas, the event brings together local organizations, educators, and bird enthusiasts for a morning of birdwatching, hands-on activities, and conservation learning. Free, environmentamericas.org.
Nicky Diamonds concert: 8 p.m. Friday, Gold Hill Store & Pub, Main St., Boulder. Nicky Diamonds is the former frontman of popular San Antonio-based band Lonely Horse. Known for his intoxicating unique voice and clever relatable melodies and songwriting Diamonds, has taken his approach to country westerns, roots and blues music in his own special way with this solo endeavor. Though he is solo now, he has played and shared the stages with acts such as Lianne La Havas, Shakey Graves, D’Angelo and SZA just to name a few. bandsintown.com.
The Cody Sisters concert: 8 p.m. Friday, Chatauqua Community House, 301 Morning Glory Drive, Boulder. The Cody Sisters band is the very heart of contemporary acoustic folk and bluegrass music in Colorado, the United States and the UK. The group’s propulsive instrumental solos and warm harmonies combine to grip the listener. Along with bass player Will Pavilonis, sisters Megan (guitar, mandolin, vocals) and Maddie (guitar, banjo, vocals) have forged a new sound that has no equivalent match in the acoustic world today. $31.75, chautauqua.com.
Editor’s note: Availability and scheduling of events may be subject to change.
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