TODAY
Global Warming Demystified — Acclaimed astrophysicist, educator and author Jeffrey Bennett hosts the talk Global Warming Demystified, based on his book “A Global Warming Primer;” 7 p.m., Fiske Planetarium, 2414 Regent Drive, Boulder; $7-$10; 303-492-5002, colorado.edu/fiske/2018/02/06/global-warming-demystified-april-5th-6th-7pm.
Assessing the Trump Presidency: Revolution, Realignment, or Chaos? — The election and presidency of Donald Trump seem to represent a significant break with established public policies, political parties and presidential practices. How significant are these changes compared to the past? What are the implications for the future of American politics, in terms of both domestic and foreign policy?; 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Hale Sciences, Room 230, 1350 Pleasant Drive, Boulder, CO, Boulder; free; facebook.com/events/438102143290474/?notif_t=event_calendar_create¬if_id=1521143058613201.
Gardening 101 — We’ll dive into the details surrounding garden preparation, planting and garden care. Topics include successfully starting seeds and transplants, understanding soil structure and health, and learning how to create a fertile, organic garden. We will also discuss hot compost, vermicompost, and compost tea; 6 p.m., Growing Gardens, 1630 Hawthorn Ave., Boulder; growinggardens.org/gardening-and-cooking-classes.
Kimberly Reid’s ‘#Prettyboy Must Die’ — Kimberly Reid will speak about and sign her new book, “#Prettyboy Must Die;” 6:30 p.m., Boulder Book Store, 1107 Pearl St., Boulder; free; 303-447-2074, boulderbookstore.net/event/kimberly-reid-prettyboy-must-die.
‘JUMP!’ Film Screening with John Catto — Join us and John Catto for a wild look into the thrilling world of Czech tower jumping “JUMP!” talks about life priorities, humanity, liberty, emotion, historical reality and dialogue between two generations and family; 7 p.m., Neptune Mountaineering, 633 South Broadway, Boulder; free; 303-499-8866, facebook.com/events/345714412601594.
Dairy Presents: Colorado Classics — In collaboration with the Boulder Phil, this program includes Avery Fisher Career Grant recipient, violinist Stefan Jackiw, pianist David Korevaar and Cleo Parker Robinson Dance. Experience a world-class music and dance performance, talkback with the artists and the Boulder Phil’s Michael Butterman; 7:30 p.m., Dairy Arts Center, 2590 Walnut St., Boulder; $40; 303-440-7826, thedairy.org.
UPCOMING
NoBo Art District First Friday Artwalk — Featuring a variety of local visual artists, music and performances; 6 p.m. Friday, NoBo Art District, 4635 Broadway, Boulder; free; 303-523-1117, NoBoArtDistrict.org.
Boulder Opera presents ‘Cosi fan tutte- all women are like that!’ — Mozart’s opera buffa follows the lives of two sets of lovers whose fidelity is put to the test in this comedy. Samantha Jo Staggs and Erica Jeski play the sisters, Priscilla Astudillo is Despina and Zeky Nadji plays Don Alfonso. Conducted by Sara Parkinson; 7 p.m. Friday, St Aidan’s Episcopal Church, 2425 Colorado Ave., Boulder; $20-$27; 303-731-2036, boulderoperacompany.com.
For the Love of Spock — “For the Love of Spock” is laden with never-before-seen footage and interviews of friends, family and colleagues that include William Shatner and the original Star Trek cast, Zachary Quinto and the new crew of the Starship Enterprise, filmmaker JJ Abrams and astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson; 7 p.m. Friday, Chautauqua Community House, 301 Morning Glory Drive, Boulder; $9-$12; 303-440-7666, chautauqua.com.
Flamenco Underground Present: Feria de Abril — Join us for a flamenco show and a Sevillanas class while you enjoy some Spanish Tapas. Natalia Perez del Villar and Flamenco Underground, Steve Mullins on guitar with Mark Herzog singing. Space is limited; 8 p.m. Friday, Louisville Center for the Arts, 801 Grant Ave., Louisville; $15-$25; 720-771-7223, flamencounderground.com.
