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🌱Boulder Park and Recreation Hiring For Summer Jobs + Give Blood!

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  • Summer jobs available!
  • Give blood, save a life!
  • Looking for a new house!

But first, today's weather:

Decreasing clouds and breezy. High: 49 Low: 26.

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  1. Looking for a summer job in the area? Boulder Park and Recreation is hiring. Have a great time making memories and experiences for the community this summer. It has openings for lifeguards, summer camp counselors, recreation center cashiers, gymnastics instructors and more! Find out more at one of the two upcoming job fairs; at North Boulder Recreation Center, on Tuesday, Feb. 28, from 3-6 p.m. or at East Boulder Community Center, on Wednesday, March 1, from 3-6 p.m. For more information click here. (City of Boulder via Facebook)
  2. Do you want to do something good for the community? Why not donate blood? Save a Life! Blood is a perishable commodity and there is always a need. By donating, you can make a significant impact on someone’s life. The Boulder JCC is proud to be partnering with Vitalant to once again offer a blood drive, open to the public. Appointments are recommended. The blood drive will be held on March 1 from 11 am – 3 pm. You can make an appointment here. Or call 303-363-2300. The Boulder JCC blood drive code is 10219. Hope to see you there! (Boulder Jewish News)
  3. On the hunt for a new home nearby, but getting tired of browsing through the same old real-estate listings every time you search online? Never fear! To keep you up to date, we here at Patch have compiled the latest batch of new listings nearby. Here are the five newest homes to go up for sale in and around the Boulder area — such as a home with 3 beds and 3 baths for $1.4 million, and another with 5 beds and 3 baths for $4.0 million. (Boulder Patch)

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Today in Boulder:

  • DECA State Competition - Boulder High School (12:00 AM)
  • Leaders in Transition Foundations Program (8:00 AM)

From my notebook:

  • Boulder JCC: "We invite Jewish Culture Club and BBYO Communities to come together on March 9 for a Purim Chalutzim Murder Mystery! Can you solve the mystery? Come in costume, play some games, have some delicious food, and celebrate with us!" (Boulder JCC via Facebook)
  • Boulder County Government: "Marshall Fire conservation workshops return this spring Drop-in between 2 and 4 p.m. at the Louisville Public Library, 951 Spruce St., on Saturdays, March 4 or April 15, for an opportunity to meet with a professional conservator." (Boulder County Government via Facebook)
  • Boulder Theater: "Low ticket alert - Don't miss The High Kings as they take the stage at the Boulder Theater for a night of unforgettable Irish folk music on March 7th! With their breathtaking harmonies and masterful musicianship." (Boulder Theater via Facebook)

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