This weekend brings the Project Kind 5K and open mic night for mental health awareness, a showing of The Whale, a farming service opportunity, the West African Highlife Ensemble, a dive into the night sky, Passport to Asia and more.
Friday, April 7
Caffeinated Mornings
9:30–10:30 a.m. CMCI Studio
Visual artist and graphic designer Parisa Tashakori is visiting campus to talk about her commercial design work in Iran, messages and more.
TEDxCU: Serendipity
6:30–9 p.m. Macky Auditorium $0–$20
Embrace serendipity by opening yourself up to new ideas, cultures and perspectives. This event will help students embrace the unknown.
Passport to Asia
6:30–10:30 p.m. Folsom Stadium, Byron R. White Club
Join this celebration of Asian culture and heritage, hosted by Asian Unity. There will be live performances, free food catered from locally owned Asian restaurants and more. The event is free and open to all, regardless of background! Register to attend.
Succulent Social
7–10 p.m. The Connection
Health and Wellness Services is having a Succulent Social! Students will plant succulents and enjoy free food from Cosmo’s Pizza.
Friday Night Film Series: The Whale
8 p.m. CHEM 140
The Whale, starring Brendan Fraser, is a film about the relationship between an obese English teacher and his daughter.
Saturday, April 8
Farming with Harvest of All First Nations
10 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Wild Child Farm
Take part in an upcoming farming service opportunity, just North of Boulder. Those in attendance will receive a free lunch.
Project Kind 5K
11 a.m.–3 p.m. Start at the Visual Arts Complex
Engage with your community and further conversations about mental health this weekend. Complete a 5K or come to cheer on fellow Buffs. Free for runners and spectators. Volunteers needed to help with day-of race operations.
Project Kind talent showcase, open mic
6–8:30 p.m. Crown Institute
Watch or perform spoken word, poetry, musical performances and more at this "Open Wound" open mic night. Free food is provided, but please be sure to grab a ticket if you plan to attend. Volunteers needed for set-up and clean-up.
West African Highlife Ensemble
7:30 p.m. Imig Music, Grusin Music Hall
Enjoy a free performance from the West African Highlife Ensemble, the first university ensemble in the U.S. to perform highlife music.
Sunday, April 9
Stars & Galaxies
2:30–3:30 p.m. Fiske Planetarium $8–$12
The night sky is filled with many patterns that past civilizations have looked to for guidance. Get a sense of your own universe with this planetarium presentation.
