Welcome back, people! I hope you all had a very enjoyable winter break like I did. We’re starting of the spring 2016 semester right with some fun events for you all this week. I am Sarah Ellsworth: IPHY major, Boulder native, and event connoisseur, writing to you from the comfort of beautiful CU-Boulder on all of your weekly opportunities for community involvement, educational whatnot and supreme fun. As always, enjoy your week!
Wednesday, Jan. 13
BWLG presentation: A Woman’s Guide to Leadership. Join the Business Women’s Leadership Group and Audrey Nelson, PhD, for a hands-on presentation called “A Woman’s Guide to Leadership: Power, Communication, and Credibility,” from 8 to 9:30 a.m. in the Boulder Chamber (2440 Pearl St.). The program will help women in business fields advance their careers and gain a competitive edge in the workplace. A Woman's Guide to Leadership registration.
The Economic Forecast: Boulder and Beyond. Be sure to catch keynote presenter CU-Boulder economist Richard Wobbekind and other nationally recognized economists for a forum on the state of the economy in Boulder, in Colorado, and in the nation from 4 to 7 p.m. in the Boulder Chamber (2440 Pearl St.). This may be of special interest to economics and business students, as more than 250 Boulder professionals will be present and eager to discuss the future of Boulder’s economy. The Economic Forecast: Boulder and Beyond registration.
Spring 2016 Volunteer Fair. If you feel that you have a lot of good volunteering intentions that are going unused, then perhaps you need a little direction and a good starting place. The CU Volunteer Resource Center offers just that, and will host the Volunteer Fair in the Glenn Miller Ballroom from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is open to everyone for perusal (and free food) to give you a good idea of the volunteer opportunities out there. Volunteer Fair information.
Guest Master Class: Mark Steinberg, violin. If you’re a music aficionado, be sure to join Mark Steinberg, first chair violin of the Brentano String Quartet and master violinist, for a master class in the Grusin Music Hall of Imig from 9:30 to 11:30 am. The menu includes the works of Bach, and Steinberg will be joined by Professors Rhodes’, Wetherbee’s, and Dusinberre’s violin studios. The event is free and open to everyone. Mark Steinberg Master Class.
Thursday, Jan. 14
Dirty Grandpa screening. In classic Program Council tradition, a pre-screening of the brand new comedy Dirty Grandpa, starring Zac Efron and Robert De Niro, will take place in Chem 140 at 8 p.m. The movie (and popcorn) are free to all students with a valid Buff OneCard. Dirty Grandpa screening.
{Chill}vill. Join the Residence Hall Association on the Williams Village Field from 6 to 9 p.m. to gather with some friends and toast some s’mores around a campfire. If you’re feeling adventurous, bring some hot chocolate too (the more sugar the better, right?) and don’t forget your winter coat! {Chill}vill information.
Friday, Jan. 15
International Coffee Hour. Join friends from all over the world for some free coffee and prizes, and most importantly, some enticingly informal and fascinating conversation with your global Buffs. Coffee hour is 4 to 5:30 p.m. in the UMC Dining Room. International Coffee Hour.
Saturday, Jan. 16
Celestial Seasonings free tour. January is stuffed-up-nose season, and if you’re just itching for some relief, then be sure to check out the free Celestial Seasonings factory tour, which offers free tea to soothe your throat. You also get a look inside the infamous peppermint room, which will have you breathing clearer than the blue Boulder skies. Celestial Seasonings, famous for their herbal teas, is located at 4600 Sleepytime Dr., just off the Diagonal Highway, and offers free, walk-in tours everyday (on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.). Celestial Seasonings tour information.
Dance, American style. Macky Auditorium hosts this celebratory tribute to American dance, featuring various artists and styles to the music of the incredible Boulder Philharmonic. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. and there is a free talk before the concert at 6:30 p.m. for all those interested. Tickets start at $13. Dance, American style information.
Monday, January 18
Open mic night with "Voices for MLK." In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, swing by the Laughing Goat on Pearl Street (1709 Pearl St.) for an evening of MLK themed poetry readings from 7:30 to 9 p.m. with the youth group “Voices for MLK.” You can even bring some of your own appropriate MLK poetry to read aloud in front of the audience if you’re feeling it. "Voices for MLK" open mic night.
