9 things to do this holiday weekend: Skiing, MLK Day celebration, more
This weekend brings International Coffee Hour,a special Beethoven performance, museum tour, the CU Ski Bus to your favorite resorts, a McNair Scholars info session and more.
12:15–12:45p.m. Fleming150
Thinking about grad school, or pursuing research? Join this information sessionto learn more about how McNair Scholars Program could support you in your goals.
4–5:30p.m. UMC, main dining area
This weekly social eventis a great opportunity to connect with the international community here at ñ. All students, scholars, staffand faculty are welcome to stop by for free coffee, teaand snacks.
Fri-Yay Nights: Roaring ’20s party
5–8 p.m. UMC 235
Celebrate 2020 and your return to CU! Join the CU Swing Dance Club for food, dancing, decorations and 1920s costume crafting.
8–10:30 p.m.Chem 140
The Program Council Friday Night Film Series returns! Watch the latest hit film from director Quentin Tarantino, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Brad Pitt. As always, film screenings and popcorn are free.
Saturday, Jan. 18
Catch the ski bus to Keystone, A-Basin, Copper
6 a.m., 6:15 a.m., 6:30 a.m., Will Vill, Kittredge, Farrand Field
The CU Ski Bus provides you an affordable and convenient way to get to the ski slopes and back without driving. There are a limited number of tickets available for each trip, and they often sell out far in advance. Busy on Saturday? Visit Breck or Winter Park on Sunday instead. Learn more.
Sunday, Jan. 19
Kickoff Week at The Rec
Jan. 13–20Rec Center
Join The Recfor free ice skating, bouldering and fitness classes during kickoff weekJan.13–20
1–2 p.m. $8 for students
Learn about the development of the permanent exhibit, The Boulder Experience, and get a behind-the-scenes tour of the museum with lead docentTom Bogdan. Bogdan, alongtime Boulder resident, retired scientistand bass player,has volunteered with the museum since 2015.Free with admission. Please check in with front desk upon arrival.
2–3:30 p.m. Boulder Public Library,
The Colorado Chamber Players present a performance that includes many of Beethoven’s compositions written after he went deaf. Actor Mare Trevathan will narrate a script outlining Beethoven’s life and his emotional isolation from deafness.The CCP hopes to inspire patrons with the amazing story of an artist who dealt with a disability and rose above it to create great art.
Monday, Jan. 20
Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy
3–5 p.m. UMCGlenn Miller Ballroom
Attend theMartin Luther King Jr. Day celebration, "Remembering His Life, Renewing His Legacy.”A reception and conversations about Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy will be held3–4 p.m., followed by a community celebration from4 to 5 p.m.