Wednesday, February 22, is National Margarita Day. Unfortunately, it’s not a paid holiday… Nonetheless, any day is a good day to down a margarita, and bars all over town want you to celebrate National Margarita Day in style, including Pica’s Mexican Taqueria, which is going to hook up one Cafe Society reader — and up to three of his or her friends — with a margarita and taco party worth up to $100! Click here to to how to win!
Yoga in Costa Rica while it snows in Boulder? (Yes, please!)
ONLY A FEW SPACES REMAINING!
Join Boulder’s own Amy Ippoliti, along with Douglas Brooks, Sianna Sherman and Theodore Kyriakos for the trip of a lifetime in Costa Rica!
Immerse yourself in this exquisite retreat in the magnificent country of Costa Rica, where ocean and earth intermingle as the love play of the Divine: http://ow.ly/6yroo
Explore the rich, empowering teachings of Hanuman and the Ramayana through daily asana practice, meditation, pranayama, mantras, story telling, lecture and group journey work. Each day there will be a choice of all levels or intermediate/advanced asana practice.
Bask in the beauty of Costa Rica and satsang in each other’s soulful company!
Bag It Boulder
Want to see a free movie that is fantastic and be inspired all in the same night? Come over to Hale 270, CU Boulder, on Thursday evening at 6:30 to check it out! New Era will be raffling off some sweet Chico Bags before the show starts- so be sure to get there early on Thursday Feb 23rd!
New Era Colorado and other community organizations are currently working in Boulder to support the passage of an ordinance which reduces the use of plastic waste citywide. Get involved and sign the petition to BagIt! in Boulder and like our page on Facebook!
Jaden Carlson Rocks!
This girl has talent … and only 7 days left to meet her goal! Local girl Jaden Carlson has been described as “Acoustic beauty mixed with rockin’ jams, inspirational lyrics and a smile to light up anyone’s day.” and after checking out her site on Kickstarter and her Facebook page, it seems that description couldn’t be more true. It is inspiring to see so much passion and talent at such a young age … plus her music is genuinely fantastic. Please support Jaden on Kickstarter and help her keep the music coming!
Inga Pae + Common Threads + wine = YES, Please!
This Thursday, Feb 16th, from 5-7 pm at Common Threads, come check out the work of award-winning photographer, Inga Pae and her incredible series of photos featuring the kids from the 2011 Recycled Runway show! Please stop in, have a glass of wine and meet this super-talented Boulder artist! Registration for the 2012 Recycled Runway show begins that evening at well…
Master Mixer Man
Jim Meehan knows his way around a bar. As the “American Bartender of the Year” at “The World’s Best Cocktail Bar,” he’s truly in a category of his own…. and he’s coming to Boulder! Meehan will be giving a demonstration and seminar dinner at Frasca on Wednesday, April 4th. Check out the event details and make your reservation now (call 303.442.6966) … there are only 70 seats available and it will sell out!
The Blissful Sisters Know Community…
Shine is a gathering place for food, movement & nightlife. A place for all of us to congregate, celebrate, inspire, and transform together as a community. The Blissful Sisters, previously of restaurant and music venue Trilog, created Shine and it really is a fantastic space. Check out their website at www.shineboulder.com
Want a great excuse to go to Shine? Boulder’s own Troubadours are playing this Friday at 9pm! The Troubadours always put on an awesome show!
Who is Supercollider?
“Pretty much, Supercollider is just like Tim Tebow.” (Seriously, they’re that good.) Want to hear them in person? Head over to Laughing Goat on Tuesday, February 28th. And if you like what you here, please help send them to Telluride Jazz Fest!
BIFF: Line-Up=Amazing!
The Boulder International Film Festival is happening this week and the line up looks incredible! This year BIFF will be screening five Oscar nominated films including, plus a whole lot more. The festival begins Thursday night and goes through the weekend. Films are playing at Boulder Theater, First United Methodist Church, Boulder High, and a few other select locations. You can purchase tickets here: www.biff1.com/biff_tickets.html
p.s. Martin Sheen will be here for the festival and is giving a talk on Saturday at Boulder Theater.
Chai Time!
One of our favorite Chais in town, Hanuman Chai, is now being carried at Trident Booksellers on Pearl. Hanuman Chai is real, authentic Indian blend of freshly-ground spices, traditionally balanced for each season. They’re all natural too!