Happening Downtown

• Friday, Feb 3   5:30 – 9:00
  First Friday Art Walk
  5:30–9 pm: Creations Art & Gift Gallery will hold a gala opening and evening reception for award winning pastel artist Colleen Hoerner. 6–8 pm: New work by Anthony Grant will be featured at The Art Underground. Creative Framing & Art Gallery hosts an evening reception featuring artists Frederic Bender and Donna Flebbe. and just in time for First Friday, Coppersmith Angela Facciotti opens the doors to LA Coppersmith Gallery and also hosts artists Melissa France, Mark Heath, Bruce Shaver, Tony Finocchio, and Ashley Honeyman. Come get to know our newest downtown residents and enjoy food and drink, 4–8 pm.
• Saturday, Feb 4   2:00 – 5:00
  Super Firkin Saturday at Lucky Pie
  In association with the Colorado Brewers Guild, Lucky Pie Pizza and Tap House will tap 4 Firkins from Bristol Brewing, Left Hand Brewing, Avery Brewing and Black Fox Brewing. Cost is $20 per person and includes a glass of each beer, munchies and a chance to meet the reps of the four breweries. And if you don’t know what a Firkin is, now’s your chance to find out! Proceeds benefit the Colorado Brewers Guild.
• Saturday, Feb 4   6:00 – 9:00
  Old Town Cinema: "Racing Dreams"
  6 pm happy hour 7 pm film starts Bring the family to the pre-festival special event screening of the award-winning 2010 Boulder International Film Festival favorite, RACING DREAMS. Win tickets to closing night at the 2012 BIFF event at the Boulder Theater! Come early for Happy Hour at OTC Café! Stay after for talk-back! Buy tickets at www.oldtowncinema.org.
• Monday, Feb 6   6:00 – 7:30
  Hands-on Technology: iPad & Library eBooks
  Learn how to borrow and return digital library books on your iPad. Learn more!
• Tuesday, Feb 7   5:30 – 7:00
  Casseroles and Comfort Food @ Mtn High Appliance
  Chef Deb is at it again, this time with tasty casseroles like the King Ranch Chicken Casserole, Ham and Leek Meat Pie or one-dish Pinto Bean and Sweet Potato Chili. Just what we need to warm our hearts. Finish it off with Sticky Toffee Pudding with Bourbon Whipped Cream for dessert. Fee is $20. at Mountain High Appliance. Registration: Barbara@mountainhighappliance.com or 303-951-0524.
• Saturday, Feb 11
  Savor the Favor with Participating Louisville Restaurants
  Benefitting the Louisville Senior Foundation — Visit any of the participating restaurants throughout Louisville for breakfast, lunch or dinner and help fund the home heating bill for Louisville seniors in need. Ten percent of your tab will go towards this great cause so take part! Downtown participating restaurants include: The Cactus Wheel, Zucca Italian Ristorante, Empire Lounge and Restaurant, Old Louisville Inn, Waterloo, The Huckleberry, Café de Paris, LuLu’s BBQ, Lucky Pie Pizza and Tap House, Bittersweet Café and Confections, Blue Parrot, The Louisville Rex Restaurant and Bar and The LoCo Yo.
• Saturday, Feb 11   7:00 – 11:00
  "Love is a Story" Valentine's Fundraiser
  Enjoy the country music sounds of the Whitney Mann band, wine, beer and local eats and a photo exhibit. Sponsored by Assorted Goods & Candy and Sassafras Photography, all proceeds benefit Impact on Education. Cost is $30 per person or $45 per couple and includes 1 drink. At the Louisville Center for the Arts. Call 303-524-3865 for more information.
• Sunday, Feb 12   3:00 – 4:30
  Coffeehouse Chamber Series: Colorado Wind Ensemble: Syncopations to Swing
  In the spirit of coordinated syncopation, two CWE combos will emulate the pickup groups of all types that played ragtime and early Dixieland, eventually evolving to jazz combos of standard instrumentation. Various woodwinds, brass and percussion will perform “chamber jazz” selections, including music by Denver composer Max DiJulio. Admission is $10 adults; $8 seniors and students; $5 youth. Coffee provided by Bittersweet Cafe and Confections. At the Louisville Arts Center
• Friday, Feb 17   7:00 – 8:30
  Coffeehouse Concert: Nancy Thorwardson & Swing State
  Nancy has been a performing musician for many years, working in combos large and small, playing western and standard swing music, old-timey and Cajun dance music, and folk and bluegrass music. Nancy has a true talent for composing songs which fit perfectly within the genre, so her original numbers are always highlights of any show. Admission is $12 adults; $8 seniors and students; $5 youth. At the Louisville Arts Center
• Saturday, Feb 18   11:00 – 12:00
  Mint Chutney
  Chef Sunana Batra will unravel the mystery of Indian cooking in this first of two demonstrations. Mint Chutney is a versatile condiment used on many dishes. Samples of Aloo Tikka (potato fritters) and Spinach and Onion Pakoras to dip will be available. $25. Mark your calendars for March 10 for a lesson in Bhel Puri, an exotic south Indian crunchy snack made with all kinds of ingredients. At FORK.
• Tuesday, Feb 21   6:30 – 7:30
  Savory Spice Shop Class: Middle Eastern
  Savory Spice Shop Boulder owner, Dan Hayward, visits FORK to teach about using spices to add interesting depth and incredible flavor to both sweet and savory cooking. He’ll present a brief history and tasting notes, followed by a dish tasting using those spices. You’ll also receive spices to sample at home and a discount on your next (or first!) purchase at Savory Spice in Boulder. $20 single class/$35 for two. To reserve your spot, call 720.226.5291.
• Tuesday, Feb 21   7:00 – 8:00
  Presentation: "Bearing the Bruise: A Life Graced by Haiti"
  Author Ethan Casey will discuss his travels and experiences in Haiti. Co-sponsored by the Colorado Haiti Project. At the Library
• Wednesday, Feb 22
  Nathan Miller Chocolate Series: Filled Truffles
  Join FORK to make chocolates! Demo + Tasting, includes a 4-pack of truffles to take home. Limited availability. Learn more.
• Saturday, Feb 25   6:30 – 8:30
  Chef Dinner with Nathan Miller and Shannon Aten
  Nathan Miller and Shannon Aten of Tasterie Food Truck will treat you to this all- inclusive dinner that includes: Herb Salad with pumpernickel croutons, pears, walnuts and bacon dressing, Ratatouille, Israeli Couscous and Lemon Meringue Tartelettes. Cost is $45 per person. Mention code: LOVE for $5.00 off per person for parties of 2 or more. At FORK.
• Sunday, Feb 26   5:00 – 11:00
  Hafla Party at Imperial Fez
  Teachers and students will take part in this evening filled with exotic dances from tribal to cabaret to fire dancing and belly dancing. All paired with excellent Moroccan food. There will be two seatings for this special event; 5–7 pm and 8 pm to close. Tickets are $21.99 or $24.99 depending on the seating time. Reservations at www.ImperialFezColorado.com
• Thursday, Mar 15
  Nathan Miller Chocolate Series: Barks + Hand-Dipped Chocolate
  Join FORK to make chocolates! Demo + Tasting, includes Nathan’s signature Everything Chocolate Bar to take home. Limited availability. Learn more.