Scene Stealers: Week of April 24th

Free Beginning Folk Dance Class, Apr. 24 (and onward)

The world’s dance floors have been waiting for you!

Every Friday at 6:30, Boulder International Folk Dance throws open the doors for a free, all-ages beginner class that hops continents — Romania, Greece, Ireland, Bulgaria, Israel, and more — no partner, no experience, no excuses. It’s part global adventure, part neighborhood hangout, and entirely free.

Free Beginning Folk Dance Class | Every Friday Night | Avalon Social Hall, Boulder

Strider Bike Derby, Apr. 25

Join the Town of Erie in this year’s edition of the annual Strider Bike Derby. This biking event is an all-ages welcome race with the goal of building confidence in young bikers ages 2 and up. With courses led by the Erie Police Department, participants are encouraged to have fun biking while taking in the sights of beautiful Erie. Families and community members are welcome to come and spectate. In true derby fashion, audience members are heavily encouraged to come in fancy attire and derby-style hats!

Strider Bike Derby | Apr. 25th | Calvary Bible Church, Erie

East Boulder County Artists Spring Studio Tour – Apr. 25-26

This weekend, many of Boulder’s most talented artists open their exhibits for public viewing. The spring studio tour is a self-guided experience that features multiple unique destinations and extravagant art showings throughout Boulder County. Guests can plan their route along East Boulder and Gunbarrel and pick out any art showing that piques their interest. Stop by anytime from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. this weekend for a share of the fun.

East Boulder County Artists Spring Studio Tour | Apr. 25-26 | East Boulder and Gunbarrel, Boulder County

The First Annual Chautauqua Square Dance, Apr. 29

The New Pleasant Valley String Band is playing music from the Missouri Ozark square dance tradition at the Chautauqua Community House. This night will be beginner-friendly and will be called by Larry Edelman, a dance caller who’s been in the business for forty years. Combinations of square dance, waltzes, and two-steps can be duos, but no partner is required; so come one, come all!

The First Annual Chautauqua Square Dance | Apr. 29 | Chautauqua Community House, Boulder

The Growlers, Apr. 30

Brooks Neilson and Matt Taylor make up the duo of this rich-reverb and disco-infused band. They recently released a new EP, Unordinary, in March and are touring North America after a small hiatus. At Ogden Theater, their show presence is unmatched in their dedication and live performances. Their ambitious records have truly defined their sound as a psychedelic and SoCal garage band.

The Growlers | Apr. 30 | Ogden Theater, Denver

Pickleball 4 Mental Health, May 2

The Maria Droste Counseling Center is hosting a pickleball tournament and fundraiser: a chance for players of all levels (for beginners, an instructor will be available) to meet new people and raise money to help those in need afford mental health care. And for those not interested in pickleball, there will also be a silent auction and other ways to support access to mental health care.

Pickleball 4 Mental Health | May 2 | Mile Hi Pickleball, Denver

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