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This week brings to campus soccer and volleyball, free coffee, gaming and trivia, the Mid-Autumn Festival, a guided painting class and more.

Monday, Sept. 21

ÌýÌý9 a.m.–noonÌýÌýÌýVisual Arts Complex
Stop by with your reusable cup/mug for free coffee. Lug your mug and ditch single-use products.

ÌýÌý6–7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýKittredge Central, Multipurpose Rooms
Group up and prove your Buff herd is the most cultured, or at least top two, and win a prize ranging from gift cards, Yetis, T-shirts and more.

ÌýÌý7–9 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC The Connection
Ready to serve up some serious competition? Whether you’re a casual player or a table tennis champ, swing by The Connection for a single- or double-elimination tournament. Free to enter; sign-up starts at 6 p.m. at the front desk. Top finishers will receive prizes.Ìý

Tuesday, Sept. 22

ÌýÌýSept. 22–24ÌýÌýÌýVarious campus dining facilities
Help fight food insecurity on campus by participating in Swipe It Forward. Anyone with a meal plan can donate one meal swipe per day. As you check out, tell the cashier you would like to donate.

ÌýÌý3–5 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC, Alienware Buffalo Esports and Gaming Lounge
Level up your Tuesdays. Drop by the Gaming Lounge on Tuesdays for two free hours of gaming.

ÌýÌý4:30–5:30 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC
Stop by the UMC to weed and prune the Pollinator Patch Garden. This garden serves a wide variety of pollinators with season-long blooms.Ìý

ÌýÌý5–7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC Glenn Miller Ballroom
Unwind, get creative and leave with a masterpiece of your own. Join fellow Buffs for a guided painting experience led by a professional painter. No experience is necessary, and all supplies are provided. Registration in BuffConnect is free and required to participate.

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ÌýÌý7–9 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC The Connection
Show off your skills in the 8-ball and 9-ball tournaments. Free to enter; sign-up starts at 6 p.m. at the front desk. Top finishers will receive prizes.Ìý

Wednesday, Sept. 23

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ÌýÌý4–6 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C Abrams Lounge
Hear from Career Services staff on different career topics including resumes, gaining professional experiences, career exploration, Forever Buffs mentoring program, how to use Handshake and other free services. After the presentation, stop by each table topic to get more in-depth information and prizes.Ìý

Thursday, Sept. 24

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ÌýÌý8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýLocation details shared after registration
Learn how to support someone experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. In this interactive Mental Health First Aid training, you'll recognize warning signs, explore support resources and practice a five-step action plan to help others with confidence. Open to students, staff and faculty. Location details will be shared after registration.Ìý

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ÌýÌý2–3 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C S440
Learn about interviewing basics, how to utilize the START method and the interview practice resources available so you can ace your next job or internship interview.

ÌýÌý5–7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C Abrams Lounge
Celebrate the start of fall with the Mid-Autumn Festival, featuring traditional mooncakes, savory and sweet foods, tea, games and karaoke. This festive gathering invites students of all backgrounds to come together and honor this harvest holiday and build community with fellow students.

ÌýÌý7–8 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýFiske Planetarium
Enjoy an evening with John Keller, who will reflect upon Fiske's recently celebrated 50th anniversary and look ahead to what’s next for the planetarium. Come share in the dazzling new theater upgrade, celebrate new opportunities and grants, and look forward to Fiske’s future plans and strategic priorities.

ÌýÌý7Ìýp.m.ÌýÌýÌýPrentup Field
Cheer on the women's soccer team as they take on the West Virginia University Mountaineers under the lights at Prentup Field.

Friday, Sept. 25

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ÌýÌý1:30–3:30 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýC4C N320
Take a break, get creative and connect with community at this special Pride gathering. Join graduate student Colleen Ahern for a collective tarot reading and deck creation activity while exploring tarot's LGBTQ+ history. Drop in to decompress, meet new friends and learn more about queer and trans community at ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½Æƽâ°æÏÂÔØ and resources available through the center.Ìý

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ÌýÌý5–6 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýRec Center Mind Body Studio
Unwind, recharge and move with intention at Vinyasa Flow Yoga. This guided class links breath with movement through a series of flowing poses designed to build strength, improve flexibility and reduce stress. Whether you're new to yoga or have an established practice, all experience levels are welcome.Ìý

ÌýÌý7 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýCU Events Center
Come cheer on the Buffs women's volleyball team as they host the University of Utah Utes.ÌýCUÌýstudents with a valid Buff OneCard getÌýfree admission in general admission seating.

ÌýÌý7–11 p.m.ÌýÌýÌýUMC The Connection
Bowl with disco lights, black lights and glowing pins on Friday and Saturday nights at The Connection. It’s the only extreme bowling you’ll find in Boulder, and it’s fun for everyone! Standard bowling rates apply.Ìý