Free things to do in November
Welcome to November! There are a ton of fun events coming up this month including gaming tournaments at The Connection, resume and professional help, self-care tips, DIY Nights, free Rec classes and more.
Nov. 1, 67 p.m., Canyon Theater, Main Library
Honor Native American Heritage Month and prepare for the upcoming election by joining this lecture and discussion on the history of Native Americans access to the polls and the tremendous power of the Indigenous vote. Hear from Colorado Law Professor Christina Stanton on the laws, advocacy and modern movements to increase Native American participation in elections and from Native American Rights Fund Attorney Allison Neswood on the ongoing fights to defend Native American voting rights in the courts. Learn how you can support national and local efforts to ensure everyone who wants to vote is able. Light refreshments provided.
Nov. 1, 8, 15 and 22, 1:303:30 p.m., C4C N320
Join the Pride Office every Friday to craft, create and conversate! Drop in anytime to decompress and enjoy some queer company.
Nov. 1, 6:308 p.m., The Grotto泭
Come out to The Grotto and enjoy some Halloween and horror movie trivia. Bring some friends or make new friends as you form a group of up to six, enjoy some snacks and refreshments, and compete for awesome prizes.
Nov. 1, 8 p.m., CHEM 140泭
Join Program Council to watch Coco on the big screenfor free!
Nov. 1 and 2, 811:59 p.m., Stearns Hall basement
Join for a scary good time at RHAs annual Haunted Halls event!
Nov. 3, Noon6 p.m., UMC Gaming Lounge泭
Compete head-to-head in a yearlong competition with other 91勛圖厙 students to be named the Ultimate Gamer! Each event of the Ultimate Gamer tournament features a different game genre, from Battle Royales to Survival to Roguelikes. Players can win each event and earn points toward the yearlong competition. At the end of the year, the player with the most points will be named 91勛圖厙's Ultimate Gamer.
Networking: The Basics and LinkedIn
Nov. 4, Noon1 p.m., C4C S350
, 3:304:30 p.m., C4C S435泭
Learn about networking basics at this workshop. Find out how to network in a genuine way and take networking to the next level. Well also talk about LinkedInwhat it is and how to use it.
Nov. 4 and 18, 1010:30 a.m., Virtual泭
This is a workshop geared toward student employment assistance and updateslearn how effective Handshake can be to land an on-campus job!
Nov. 4, 23 p.m., UMC north dining area泭
Stop by for some cookies on your way to class and learn about different campus organizations.泭泭
Nov. 4 and 18, 79 p.m., The Connection泭
Come down to The Connection for trivia! Teams and individuals are welcome. Free to enter and sign-up starts at 6 p.m. at The Connection front desk. Prizes for top finishers!
Free flu shot clinic
Nov. 48, 14 p.m., Kittredge Central泭
Stay healthy all season long by getting a free flu shot at this clinic on campus. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins can be accommodated depending on availability.
Nov. 4, 11 and 18, 57 p.m., C4C N320泭
Need a space to study or an accountability buddy? Join us at the Study Caf矇 in the Center for Inclusion and Social Change lobby. Free study snacks and productivity rewards provided. All first-generation students are welcome.
Grateful Buffs: Postcards
, 11 a.m.1 p.m., Rec Center lobby泭
, 11 a.m.1 p.m., Engineering Center lobby
Research shows that writing gratitude letters can increase your happiness and boost your mood. Learn more about the science of gratitude and write a postcard to someone you are grateful for. We will mail your letter anywhere around the world!
Nov. 5 and 19, 79 p.m., The Connection泭
Come test your luck at a single or double knock-out pingpong tournament! Sign-up starts at 6 p.m. at The Connection front desk. Prizes for top finishers!
Nov. 6, 68:30 p.m., CASE auditorium and Chancellors Hall
Celebrate excellence in gaming泭with John Romero.泭Born in Colorado and holding Mexican, Yaqui and Cherokee heritage, Romero is a director, designer, programmer and developer in the video game industry. He has helped develop classics like Doom, Wolfenstein 3D, Hexen and Quake. John will present on indigeneity and gaming remotely to a live audience in the CASE auditorium. Catering, provided by Tocabe, will also be served with a curated Q&A in the Chancellor's Hall.
Nov. 6, 11 a.m.noon, UMC 330泭
Learn how to manage your organization's money, from funding resources to budgeting tips and tricks. This event is a part of the Build a Buff Leadership Luncheons series.
Nov. 6, 13 and 20, 510 p.m., The Connection泭
Show off your skills at a Wednesday night Super Smash Bros tournament hosted by CU Gaming and The Connection!
Nov. 6, 13 and 20, 11 a.m1 p.m., CASE E352泭
Join CMCI Career & Internship Office Hours, an easy way for CMCI students to get quick career and internship related questions answered, without having to make an appointment!
Nov. 6,泭11 a.m.1 p.m., CASE Exploratory Studies lobby泭
Join to泭write and send postcards giving thanks to our support systems, and treat yourself to some light cookies and refreshments!
Nov. 6, 11 a.m.noon,泭C4C Abrams Lounge泭
Calling all first-generation students living off campus or commuting to campus! Enjoy a free lunch and good company with Beyond Campus Buffs to kick off National First-Generation Celebration Week.
Nov. 6, 3:305 p.m., Wardenburg 321泭
Connection plays an important role in recovery from substance use and other behaviors. Join this workshop to learn about recovery, ways to provide support and connect with community resources.
Nov. 7, 45 p.m., UMC 457泭
Join us for a special Native Strength Yoga Session as we celebrate Native American and Indigenous Heritage Month! This unique class will honor the resilience, wisdom and traditions of Native American and Indigenous cultures through a blend of mindful yoga practices and mindfulness exercises. The first 30 participants get a free yoga mat!
Nov. 7, 810 p.m., The Connection泭
Enjoy free bowling, billiards, pingpong and karaoke at The Connection!泭
Nov. 7, 1011 a.m., UMC泭
Come grab a free breakfast and tour the Buff Pantry with the Basic Needs Center. All first-generation students are welcome.
Nov. 7, 68 p.m., UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom泭
Join fellow Buffs for food, games, music and giveaways at the annual National First-Generation College Celebration Day! All first-generation students are welcome.
Nov. 8, 10:30 a.m.noon, C4C Abrams Lounge泭
Celebrate National First-Generation Celebration Week and learn more about Career Services. All first-generation students, staff and faculty are welcome.
Nov. 8, 8 p.m., CHEM 140泭
Join Program Council to watch Better Off Dead on the big screenfor free!
Nov. 9, 810 p.m., Village Center multipurpose rooms泭
Join Program Council for a fun night showcasing 91勛圖厙 talent!
Nov. 10, 710 p.m. Rec Center climbing gym泭
Interested in trying climbing for the first time? Looking for new rad climbing partners? This event is for you! Join the Pride Office and Outdoor Pursuits and find support, empowerment, laughter and community while climbing! Trained staff will be there to show you the ropes, offer you a belay and keep the stoke high. This event is free and open to all members of our LGBTQ+ community and allies. All experience levels welcome.
Nov. 10, 11 a.m.noon, UMC 247泭
Pack cold weather kits to distribute to unhoused individuals in the Boulder community. .泭
Nov. 11, 11 a.m., UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom泭
Join fellow Buffs for a special Veterans Day ceremony followed by a reception. Keynote speaker will be Geno Paluso, Chief Executive Office of the Sargent.
Nov. 11, Noon1 p.m. and 3:304:30 p.m., C4C S435泭
Have you been focusing solely on your time in college and wondering what you will do next? Get a better understanding of what you might want to do after graduation, what your priorities are and how to set yourself up for success.
Nov. 11, 23 p.m., UMC North Dining Room泭
Celebrate National Sundae Week at I Love Mondays! Grab a sundae on your way to class and learn about different campus organizations.泭泭
Nov. 11, 68 p.m., C4C Flatirons Room泭
Learn about essential financial tools and government assistance programs. Open to 91勛圖厙 students only.泭
Nov. 11, 79 p.m., The Connection泭
Show off your skills at an 8-ball or 9-ball billiards tournament at The Connection. Free to enter. Sign-up starts at 6 p.m. at The Connection front desk. Prizes for top finishers!
Nov. 12, 23 p.m., C4C N320泭
Join us for a slice of cake, hang out with other queer and trans folks and learn about resources on campus. Free and confidential health testing available.
Nov. 12, 58 p.m., Saint Aidans Episcopal Church泭
Eat a free, family-style meal with fellow 91勛圖厙 students. Open to 91勛圖厙 students only.
Nov. 12, 57 p.m., UMC 235泭
Enjoy a chill night of crafting by making clay miniatures.泭 All supplies are provided, space is limited and .
Nov. 12, 5:156:30 p.m., Williams Village, Demo Kitchen泭
Join your fellow students to learn basic cooking techniques! All materials provided and closed-toe shoes must be worn at all times when youre in the kitchen. .
Nov. 12, 79 p.m., The Connection泭
All skill levels are welcome at our free Texas Holdem poker tournament. Sign-up starts at 6 pm at The Connection front desk. Prizes for top finishers!
Nov. 12, 11 a.m.1 p.m., UMC loggia泭
Practicing gratitude is good for both your mental and physical health. What are you feeling grateful for this week? Stop by and write some words of gratitude on our CU Buffalo cut-out. Our annual gratitude postcards will be available as well!
Nov. 13, 5:30 p.m., Wolf Law,泭Schaden Commons
Join the Native American Law Students Association (NALSA) for a public Fall Harvest Feast to celebrate Native American culture and community. The feast features food, family and laughter.
- Plains dances by Iron Family Dancers
- #LandBack speech by Spirit of the Sun
- Indian tacos by Tocabe
Nov. 13, Noon4 p.m., Williams Village North, Darley South泭
Nov. 15, 4:306:30 p.m., Williams Village North, Darley South泭
Make blankets to donate to A Precious Child for at-risk youth and families. .
Nov. 13, 2:303:30 p.m., C4C 336C
BYOG is a social group for students who are transgender, nonbinary or gender-questioning. Come celebrate who you are with games, snacks and friends.
Nov. 13, 34:30 p.m., C4C Abrams Lounge泭
Join fellow Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) students for a casual coffee and tea hour.
Nov. 13, 58 p.m., Ekeley Science, Room E1B20泭
Learn about student food insecurity on college campuses through a documentary screening and panelists from campus partners that engage in advocacy.泭Bring a nonperishable food item to donate to the Buff Pantry for admission.
Nov. 13, 68 p.m., UMC Aspen Rooms泭
Indulge in new ideas, connections and, of course, free desserts! Hosted by the Center for Student Involvement.
Nov. 13, 1:303:30 p.m., UMC 235泭
Students are invited to join this festive market as a way to de-stress and reset before exam season kicks into gear. Join Health & Wellness Services for free food, warm drinks and fun activities, including DIY crafts, gratitude journals and more!
Nov. 13, 56:30 p.m., C4C Abrams Lounge泭
Want to work on your resume? Join our first-generation community and Career Services for a workshop to update and perfect your resume. Dinner provided. All first-generation students are welcome.
Nov. 13, 5:307:30 p.m., C4C Dining Center泭
Visit the C4C Dining Center for a special event in honor of Native American and Indigenous Heritage Month. In addition to the lunch and dinner, there will be a cultural display and traditional music.
Nov. 14, 8:30 a.m5 p.m., UMC泭
Mental Health First Aid training is designed to help individuals assist someone experiencing mental health or substance use concerns or crises. Participants will learn about risk factors and warning signs, engage in experiential activities, discuss professional and self-help resources and practice a five-step strategy to provide support. Mental Health First Aid for higher education provides tailored information for college and university communities. .
Nov. 14, 2 p.m., St. Aidan's Episcopal Church泭
The mobile food pantry is free and open to 91勛圖厙 students, faculty and staff, and community members of Boulder and Broomfield counties. Attendees will receive up to 30 pounds of food in multiple boxes. Food will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.
Nov. 14 and 21, 710 p.m., The Connection泭
Come on down to Club 156 for live music presented by 91勛圖厙's Program Council!
Nov. 14, 810 p.m., The Grotto泭
Come watch The Nightmare Before Christmas to celebrate the transition from fall to winter! Free popcorn and snacks will be provided.泭泭
Nov. 15, 10 a.m.2:30 p.m., UMC泭
Prepare and distribute lunches to unhoused individuals in the Boulder community. .泭
Nov. 15, 18 p.m., Rec Center turf gym泭
Lacrosse's origins can be traced back to North America's Indigenous people who began playing variations of the game as early as the 12th century. SPEED Lacrosse is a variation that emphasizes skill and finesse over physicality and is like flag football in that there are no positions and players don't wear protective gear.
Nov. 15, 39 p.m., UMC Gaming Lounge泭
Cozy games with friends are the best way to unwind before the weekend. Play your favorites or try something new in good company! Play with friends and make new ones with survival co-op games.
Nov. 15, 8 p.m., CHEM 150泭
Join Program Council to watch The Nightmare Before Christmas on the big screenfor free!
Nov. 16, 9 a.m.5 p.m., Rec Center climbing gym泭
Come on out for some fun games and contestsdynos, crate stacking, obstacle course and more. Discover some new ways to get vertical!泭Free to climbing gym members or day pass holders.
Student Gameday Huddle
Nov. 16, time TBD, Farrand Field泭
Come cheer on the Buffs before the home football game at this student tailgate tradition. There will be free food, giveaways, games, music and a chance to be highlighted in Folsom Field if you are chosen as the Student Fan of the Game.泭泭
Nov. 18, Noon1 p.m., C4C S350泭
Attend this workshop to learn about interviewing. Well cover the different types of interviews, common questions, how to use the START method and resources you can use to ace your next job or internship interview.
Nov. 18, 23 p.m., UMC north dining area泭
Grab a slice of pizza on your way to class and learn about different campus organizations.泭泭
Nov. 18, 57 p.m., UMC 235泭
Join Beyond Campus Buffs along with the Transfer Buffs for a fun-filled night of gingerbread house decorating! Bring a friend to help you with your house, or do it solo, but bring your best effort because the top three houses voted on by our online audience will win a prize! Supplies will be provided. Sign up is required and limited to 50 people, so if you are interested!
Nov. 19, 57 p.m., Williams Village Recreation Center, East泭
Join us for a special Foodie Tuesday event celebrating Native and Indigenous Heritage Month with Ch'il Indigenous Foods. This event promotes plant medicine and food sovereignty through grassroots activism, featuring the sharing of traditional Indigenous plant foods and practices. Attendees will also receive plants to take home and grow, encouraging sustainable food practices.
Nov. 19, 35 p.m., UMC 457泭
Join this screening of the documentary RISE: Sacred Water Standing Rock and a discussion to follow. Food and beverages provided. Hosted by the Center for Student Involvement.
Nov. 19, 57 p.m., Williams Village Innovation Station泭
Fuel up for finals! Join CU's Center for Student Involvement in building your own finals survival kit complete with a variety of snacks, drinks and wellness items such as hand sanitizer and Kleenex. And stick around to destress with fun coloring pages! All supplies are provided, space is limited and .
Feeling Hangry? Nutrition Trivia
, 11 a.m.1 p.m., C4C N238泭
, 46 p.m., Village Center
Fueling your body is an important part of your physical and mental health. Stop by to play trivia and learn more about nutrition for your overall well-being. Snack included!泭
Nov. 20, 24 p.m., CU Art Museum泭
Join for an evening of conversation, art and community with Tiana Boisseau-Palo (she/her), a Creek-Cherokee printmaker. Tiana will share insights into her work, which explores patterns from beadwork and weaving as expressions of memory and ritual rooted in her family and cultural upbringing. Her unique printmaking approach incorporates techniques inspired by loom work to evoke the texture and essence of traditional beadwork. This event provides an opportunity to engage with Boisseau-Palo's泭artistic journey, connect with the community and celebrate Native and Indigenous Heritage Month.
Nov. 20, 10 a.m.3 p.m., UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom泭
Join Off-Campus Housing & Neighborhood Relations to explore housing options off campus. Dozens of landlords and property managers will be there to talk about hundreds of available properties and rentals. Free pizza provided!
Nov. 20, 11 a.m.noon, UMC 330泭
Join fellow student leaders and learn about addressing burnout in activism. This event is a part of the Build a Buff Leadership Luncheons series.
Nov. 20, 3:304:30 p.m., C4C S435泭
Attend this workshop to learn about interviewing. Well cover the different types of interviews, common questions, how to use the START method and resources you can use to ace your next job or internship interview.
Nov. 20, 5:307 p.m., C4C N320泭
Join us for a monthly gathering to learn about leadership and community-building opportunities for students who identify as women of color. Stop by to enjoy dinner, learn valuable skills and connect with peers and mentors in leadership for women of color.
Nov. 20, 24 p.m., C4C N238泭
Make your own slime, aromatherapy roll-on and stress balls as part of our monthly Stress Less event. Snacks and supplies included.
Nov. 21, 810 p.m., UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom泭
Join fellow art aficionados to create a work of art that even the beginning painter can be proud of! Take some time to relax and learn from a pro. This is a great way to engage with your peers while creating a painting you cant wait to show off! All supplies included.
Nov. 22, 58 p.m., Rec Center ice rink overlook泭泭
Goal ball is a game designed to be played by athletes who are blind or visually impaired. The object of the game is to throw a ball past the opponents and into their net to score points. Players stay on their hands and knees to defend their net and score against their opponents while wearing opaque eyeshades.
Nov. 22, 8 p.m., CHEM 140泭
Join Program Council to watch Student Film Night on the big screenfor free!泭
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