‘Hardwired for Happiness’ book discussion at Ku Cha House of Tea and…

Today

‘Hardwired for Happiness’ book discussion at Ku Cha House of Tea: Join Boulder author Ashish Kothari, a former McKinsey & Company principal and the founder of the Happiness Squad business consultancy, for a reading and discussion of his new book, “Hardwired for Happiness: 9 Proven Practices to Overcome Stress and Live Your Best Life”; 6 p.m. Wednesday, Ku Cha House of Tea, 1211 Pearl St., Boulder; free; kuchatea.com.

Persevering Legacy — Highlighting Women Composers: The Persevering Legacy project champions a unique collaboration that elevates the stories of women composers, aligning classical music with social activism. Partnering with the American Music Research Center (AMRC), the College of Music presents this unique event featuring music by women composers performed by undergraduate and graduate students; 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Grusin Music Hall (C112), Imig Music Building, 1020 18th St., Boulder; free; cupresents.org.

CU Boulder SoundWorks: This performance features world-renowned saxophone quartet Nois, as well as music by guest composer Melody McKiver and the winners of 2021 SPARK Awards Jessie Lausé and Josie Arnett; 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, B2 Black Box Experimental Theater, Roser ATLAS Center, 1125 18th St., Boulder; free; cupresents.org.

Upcoming

Bangers and Blunders at BOCO Cider: Bangers and Blunders is a Boulder based traditional Irish music duo. Members Shannon Muenchow and Graeme Danforth formed a musical connection based on their mutual admiration for the Irish music heritage. The duo brings uplifting, beautiful traditional tunes to life with twin-fiddle melodic interplay and driving rhythmic renditions on fiddle and Irish bouzouki; 5 p.m. Thursday, BOCO Cider, 1501 Lee Hill Drive, Unit 14, Boulder; free; bococider.com.

Laser ‘Stranger Things’: Experience season four of the hit series “Stranger Things.” Take a trip to the upside-down in the safety of the dome, and enjoy the retro ’80s tunes and soundscapes from the show with vibrant laser lights; 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Fiske Planetarium, 2414 Regent Drive, Boulder; $8-$12; calendar.colorado.edu.

Mini Stars tap and ballet combo class: Dancers ages 3 to 5 will develop strength, dance technique, rhythm and body awareness in a caring, nurturing environment; 3:45 p.m. Thursday, Kinesis Dance, 635 S. Broadway, Unit D, Boulder; $65; kinesisdance.com.

Dave Corbus at R Gallery: Enjoy a night of live music with local jazz guitarist Dave Corbus. Dave has explored many genres of music, and his quest to grow musically is fueled not only by his musical search, but by his spiritual quest; 5 p.m. Thursday, R Gallery + Wine Bar, 2027 Broadway, Boulder; free; rgallery.art.