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Hey Boulder, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Age Well Centers challenging ageism, Sheila Lucero’s hall of fame honor, and a lecture on the universe’s secrets + lots of fun things to do for free.

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📰 In the news

Challenging ageism with community care: Boulder’s two Age Well Centers are helping older adults find dignity and connection with low cost or free classes like chair yoga and memoir writing, plus hands-on help with benefits — learn how centers combat ageism.

From line cook to leader: Boulder chef Sheila Lucero was inducted into Colorado’s Foodservice Hall of Fame with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the HOPY Awards. She oversees Big Red F restaurants in Boulder — learn more about her journey.

New spots and setbacks: February brought dining shakeups around Denver, featuring Boulder’s Casa Juani by Frasca alums, Wild Goose Saloon closing amid a co-owner’s cancer treatment, and a fire-shuttered spot — get all the details.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Highlights this week:

• Double feature explores flight and Apollo
• Learn urban sketching with William Yu
• Discuss Trish O’Kane’s inspiring birding memoir

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Sandwich win this week: House-roasted meats, crisp veggies, and a dangerously good combo roster make Dish Gourmet a Boulder habit you won’t regret. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free picks keep everyone happy, and catering rescues weekday lunches when planning slips.

Views that reset everything: Whether you’ve got 30 minutes or a lazy morning, Chautauqua Park delivers pure Flatirons time with quick meadow loops, a legit playground, and wide lawns that make weekday decompression simple. Pack a buddy or a book, settle in, and let the views do the heavy lifting.

Make playtime smarter: Grandrabbit’s Toy Shoppe nails the kid-delight, parent-approved mix, with LEGO, board games, puzzles, craft kits, and cuddly plush, all thoughtfully curated since 1977 for every age and stage. Ideal for last-minute birthday runs or simply refreshing the toy shelf.

Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

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📆 Free events worth checking out

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

📚 Story Time @ My Nature Lab (Louisville) | Wednesday (3/11) at 9:00 AM – Free Story Time at My Nature Lab is turning picture books into meet-and-greets with actual reptiles, plus a little myth busting to keep us honest. Drop in every Sunday and Wednesday, no registration, great for kids, grandkids, and grown-ups who still collect fun facts.

♻ Compost & Vermiculture Workshop @ Resource Central | Wednesday (3/11) at 12:00 PM – Give your banana peels a promotion at this free, registration-required composting and vermiculture workshop at Resource Central. Build a two-tier worm bin, learn hot compost basics, and go home with bins, compost, and know-how to keep it humming. Because in Boulder, scraps get second careers.

🎷 Maynard Mills Band @ Nissi’s Entertainment & Events (Lafayette) | Wednesday (3/11) at 7:30 PM – Grab a stool, order a bourbon, and let Maynard Mills, Denver’s best kept secret, light up the room with soulful vocals and searing guitar. Expect Muddy-to-Buddy grit, grooves, and free admission, plus $1 off bourbons and whiskeys. Even the non-dancers get moving.

🐌 Intro to Our Local Food Systems @ Museum of Boulder | Thursday (3/12) at 5:30 PM – Think you know where your kale comes from? Slow Food Boulder County pulls back the curtain on the local food web, introducing growers, makers, and doers shaping Boulder’s plate, and how you can plug in. $20 general, $10 members, free for EBT and Tribal members.

😬 The Worst Person in the World @ Canyon Theater at the Boulder Public Library | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – At the library theater, Boulder’s only movie club screens The Worst Person in the World, plus a pre-show short, a host intro, and a real post-film chat. Free movie, free snacks and drinks, and yes, free parking in Boulder, bring your own, too.

☘ St. Patrick’s Artisan Craft & Art Walk @ Avanti Food & Beverage, Boulder | Sunday (3/15) at 12:00 PM – Skip the green-beer chaos and wander Avanti’s St. Patrick’s Artisan Market, a stroll of local makers, handmade finds, and rooftop views, plus proper food and drinks. Family friendly, free to enter, and far more useful than another shamrock necklace. Support Boulder, browse, linger.

🌌 Lecture: “State of the Universe” @ Lafayette Public Library | Sunday (3/15) at 3:00 PM – Ready to trade your grocery list for the cosmos? A free lecture at the Lafayette Public Library invites you to explore ascension, 5D upgrades, and a sample of Marconics energy, all without leaving Baseline Road. Come curious, leave a little more luminous.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Boulder report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 72°F – Low: 34°F – Precip: 0%

Mostly sunny. High near 72, with temperatures falling to around 70 in the afternoon. West southwest wind 5 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Later: Partly cloudy. Low around 34, with temperatures rising to around 36 overnight. West wind 7 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 58°F – Low: 39°F – Precip: 2%

Mostly sunny, with a high near 58. West northwest wind 8 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 39. West wind 7 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.

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