Good Monday morning, Boulder. Today’s edition is sponsored by Downtown Boulder Partnership. Bands on the Bricks returns to Pearl Street Mall this summer with free Wednesday night concerts, dancing under the stars and happy hour specials June 10-July 29.
Leading today: One year after the firebombing attack on the Pearl Street Mall that killed Karen Diamond and injured more than a dozen people at a Run for Their Lives gathering, many in Boulder’s Jewish community say they are still carrying grief, fear and anger. But they are also choosing to keep gathering together. Ahead of a commemoration at this weekend’s Boulder Jewish Festival, community members reflected on resilience, Jewish identity and Diamond’s final message: to respond to hate with love and kindness. John Herrick and Brooke Stephenson report.
Also today: Boulder City Council will hold a public hearing on the future of the municipal airport, reopening debate over whether the city should accept federal grants that could tie the land to aviation use for decades. The move follows criticism of a recent council vote, mounting questions about airport finances and renewed pressure from residents who want the 179-acre site considered for affordable housing. Herrick reports.
And in BRL Opinion: Bob Yates argues the Museum of Boulder’s flag contest was meant to spark creativity and community conversation — not create an official city flag — and says the backlash has gone too far.
More, Below the Fold:
- Weather: Highs in the 80s and afternoon thunderstorms.
- Primos Park: Saturday open house for planned park on Violet.
- Older adults: Input wanted on services and gaps.
- Things to Do: Senior photos, reservoir race, community concert, fairytale ballet, plant and tool sale, queer circus, Boulder time capsule, brew fest + more.
Thanks, as always, for reading,
– The BRL team
Bands on the Bricks returns to the Pearl Street Mall with free summer concerts Wednesdays from June 10-July 29. Dance under the stars to a variety of amazing bands at Boulder’s favorite outdoor concert tradition. The beer garden opens at 5:30 p.m., live music starts at 6 p.m. and headliners play from 7-9 p.m. Don’t miss Happy Hour from 5:30-6:30 p.m. with $2 off all beverages.
A year after Boulder’s Pearl Street firebombing, Jewish community grieves, remembers and carries on
The Boulder JCC is organizing a commemoration for victims of the attack at the opening of the Boulder Jewish Festival on June 7. Continue reading…
Boulder City Council to revisit airport’s future at public hearing after contentious vote
The hearing could reopen debate over whether Boulder should commit to operating the airport indefinitely and accept FAA obligations tied to federal funding. Continue reading…
Afternoon storm chances stick around
A familiar late-spring pattern continues this week, with mostly sunny mornings followed by a chance of afternoon and evening thunderstorms. Monday should reach the upper 70s, with a 30% chance of showers and storms developing around midday. Overnight lows will dip into the mid-50s.
Tuesday looks similar, with highs in the low 80s and a 40% chance of afternoon thunderstorms developing later in the day. Storm chances increase slightly Wednesday, with partly sunny skies and a 50% chance of afternoon and evening thunderstorms.
Despite recent moisture, most of Boulder County remains in severe drought, according to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor.
Boulder to unveil final plans for Primos Park
The City of Boulder will host an open house this weekend for the future Primos Park, a 9-acre park planned along Violet Avenue between Broadway and 19th Street.
The project, formerly known as “Violet Park,” had a preliminary plan with flood mitigation features, pollinator-friendly landscaping and amenities such as play pods, an outdoor pavilion and a small amphitheater.
The open house is scheduled for 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at the park site. Visitors can review final design plans, walk through marked project features and speak with city staff. Music and tacos will also be available.
The event marks the completion of the park’s design phase. The project will now move into permitting and construction, with groundbreaking expected in the fall, according to the city’s project webpage.
Boulder seeks input on services for older adults
The City of Boulder is hosting a series of conversations throughout June to gather feedback from adults over 60, caregivers and family members about services for older adults and where gaps remain.
The discussions will be held in both English and Spanish, online and in person. Light refreshments will be provided at in-person events. Registration is encouraged but not required and can be completed through event pages or by calling Older Adult Services at 303-441-3148.
English-language conversations:
• June 9, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., East Age Well Center
• June 23, 2-3:30 p.m., West Age Well Center
• June 26, 12:30-2 p.m., online
Spanish-language conversations:
• June 17, 10-11:30 a.m., online
• June 25, 5-7 p.m., West Age Well Center
Commentaries are opinion pieces from community members and newsmakers. They reflect the views of the authors, not Boulder Reporting Lab. Want to submit one? Here’s how.
Bob Yates: Debating a Boulder flag reveals much about our community
The Museum of Boulder’s flag design competition was an exercise in creativity and fun, not an effort to create an official flag for the City of Boulder. Continue reading…
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The Wise Photo Project – Complimentary Portraits of Seniors 70 and Over: Monday, June 1, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., at participants’ homes, additional dates available throughout June. Read more.
Science on Screen: Like Water for Chocolate – Food, Emotion, and the Science of Nourishment: Monday, June 1, 6-8 p.m., Dairy Arts Center, 2590 Walnut St. Read more.
Historical Research for Writers: Tuesday, June 2, 5-6:30 p.m., Boulder Public Library, 1001 Arapahoe Ave. Read more.
The American Southwest Film Screening: Wednesday, June 3, 6-7:30 p.m., Wolf Law Building, 2450 Kittredge Loop Dr. Read more.
Stroke & Stride: Thursday, June 4, 4:50 p.m., Boulder Reservoir, 5275 Reservoir Rd. Additional dates weekly through Aug. 6. Read more.
Gr8ful Jam – Community Concert: Thursday, June 4, 7-10 p.m., Yellow Barn Farm, 9417 N Foothills Hwy, Longmont. Read more.
Colorado Luminosity in Oil exhibit opening: Friday, June 5, 5-9 p.m., Osmosis gallery, 290 Second Ave., Niwot. Read more.
Rock & Reuse waterwise plant and garden tool sale: Saturday, June 6, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Resource Central, 6400 Arapahoe Rd. Read more.
25 Year Time Capsule Creation: Saturday, June 6, 1-2:30 p.m., Meadows Branch Library, 4800 Baseline Rd. Read more.
Danse Etoile Ballet: Les Contes de la Mere L’Oye: Saturday, June 6, 2-3:15 p.m., Dairy Arts Center, 2590 Walnut St. Alternate date: Friday, June 5. Read more.
2026 Lafayette Brew Fest: Saturday, June 6, 3-8 p.m., Morrell Printing Solutions Parking Lot, 990 S. Public Road, Lafayette. Read more.
B360: Circle Boulder by Bike: Sunday, June 7, 9 a.m., Valmont Bike Park, 5275 Valmont Rd. Read more.
Freyja Wild: Sunday, June 7, 5 p.m.-midnight, Toosteppin Brewing, 4843 Pearl St, Suite A1. Read more.
SunFlower Club: Boulder Edition open mic night: Sunday, June 7, 6-9 p.m., The Coffee Stand, 1201 Arapahoe Ave. Read more.
Queer Circus: Sunday, June 7, 7 p.m.-midnight, Junkyard Social Club, 2525 Frontier Ave., Suite A. Read more.