Boulder High School hosts St. Baldrick’s charity event

Boulder is hosting several events on Thursday, March 20. One notable event is the St. Baldrick's charity at Boulder High School. It begins at 4 p.m. Volunteers will shave their heads to raise money for childhood cancer research. The goal this year is to collect $100,000. Last year, they raised over $72,000. At 6:30 p.m., David Mindell will have a book signing at the Boulder Book Store. He will discuss his new book, “The New Lunar Society.” Tickets cost $5. Jazz fans can enjoy a performance by Thompson Jazz Big Bands at Grusin Music Hall starting at 7:30 p.m. This event will honor Associate Professor Paul McKee, who is set to retire after this semester. It is free to attend. For a night of laughter, the Boulder Comedy Hour is taking place at Full Cycle Café & Bar at 7:30 p.m. The lineup includes local stand-up comedians. Tickets are priced between $25 and $30. Looking ahead, there is a film screening of “A Face in the Crowd” on Friday at Boulder Public Library at 1 p.m. This 1957 movie will include closed captions. Coffee will be available. Also on Friday, the Eric Gunnison Band will perform at 6:30 p.m. at Full Cycle Café & Bar. The concert will feature jazz music and tickets range from $20 to $25. Lastly, Boulder Ballet will present “Revived” at the Dairy Arts Center at 7 p.m. This performance explores themes of endings and new beginnings. Tickets cost between $25 and $55. Be sure to check event details for any changes.