🌱Boulder's Youth Opportunities Internship Program+Whiskey & Chocolate

Hey, neighbors! It's me, Karena Garrity, your host of the Boulder Patch newsletter. Let's get this Friday started off right, with a quick dive into everything you need to know about what's happening in town. Today we have these stories and more:

• Area high school students are you looking for an internship?
• Adoption fees are being waved for animals who have spent more than 14 days at Humane Society of Boulder.
• Whiskey and chocolate is a Valentine's Day special!

But first, today's weather:

Milder with plenty of sun. High: 49 Low: 31.

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Here are the top three stories in Boulder today:

1. The city of Boulder's Youth Opportunities Internship Program is back and applications are currently being accepted. According to the city's Facebook page, internships are open to students attending high school and residing in the city of Boulder who will be entering their junior or senior year in fall 2023. During the six-week paid internships, interns will be matched with a city department to gain experience in city government. Opportunities include: Equity Ambassador Team Intern, Youth Opportunities Program Intern, Homeless Services Intern, Affordable Housing Policy and Planning Intern and Park Planning and Design Intern. For more information and to apply online go to https://bouldercolorado.gov/.../youth-opportunities. This is a great way to gain experience, learn new skills and explore possible future career paths! (City of Boulder Colorado Government via Facebook)
2. How about some whiskey and chocolate for Valentine's Day? Boulder Spirits and Moksha Chocolate have partnered to offer a unique ‘Valentine's Day Whiskey and Chocolate Tasting' event scheduled for Tuesday, February 14, inside the famed tasting room at Vapor Distillery located at 5311 Western Ave #180, Boulder. Surprise your sweetheart with this extraordinary event. According to Fox 31 Denver, "Guests can choose a 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. tasting, or a 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets, which are $30, include $10 off any Boulder Spirits Whiskey or 15% off all Moksha Chocolates!" Hope to see you there! (FOX 31 Denver)
3. Look out lovey, dovey couples, because the pets at the Humane Society of Boulder may steal all your hugs and kisses this Valentine's Day. Visit the Humane Society this weekend and bring home the purrfect Valentine. The Society is offering waived adoption fees for all animals, one year and older, who have been at HSBV for 14 days or longer, making it the perfect time to add a new furry friend to your family. (Humane Society of Boulder Valley via Facebook)

Today in Boulder:

• End Progress Report 1 - Boulder High School (12:00 AM)
• Winter Bike to Work Day - Boulder Chamber (7:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Boulder Voices for Children: "We are thrilled to announce that Margaret Bachrach has joined Boulder Voices for Children as our new CEO! Margaret brings a wealth of CASA experience and excitement, a perfect fit for our organization." (Boulder Voices for Children via Facebook)
• Boulder Theater: "Hot Tuna guitarist Jorma Kaukonen is coming to the Boulder Theater on August 6! Tickets go on sale Friday at 10am at https://loom.ly/KDwnaQY." (Boulder Theater via Facebook)
• Boulder Theater: "We are excited to announce Colorado's own Chmura, Don Jamal will be opening for Of The Trees with potions at Boulder Theater on Saturday, March 11. Don't miss your chance to experience the Codex Natura tour!" (Boulder Theater via Facebook)
• Downtown Boulder: "Love is in the air! Whether you are looking to spend Valentine’s Day with your significant other or with your best friends, Downtown Boulder has many options to celebrate your loved ones. Check out the latest blog for ideas!" (Downtown Boulder via Facebook)
• Boulder JCC: "Get ready for a night of Pub Trivia at the Boulder JCC! Bring your friends and form a team, or we will match you up! Food and drinks catered by Illegal Pete's, hosted by Greg Studley. 21+ https://www.boulderjcc.org/index.php?src=events&s." (Boulder JCC via Facebook)

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— Karena Garrity

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