Songcraft — Songwriters Showcase: 7 p.m., Roots Music Project, 4747 Pearl, Suite V3A, Boulder. With the Songcraft Series, Christopher Morse and Ian Steele will bring local songwriters to Roots Music Project to share their craft and stories. This month features Oliver Franklin, Heatherlyn, Abby Brown and Hannah Samano. Free, eventbrite.com.

Teen Paint & Draw: 5 p.m. Wednesday, Tinker Art Studio, 693B S. Broadway, Boulder. Students will have the opportunity to learn new techniques, advance their skills and hone their artistic voices while working among a community of artists. Students will work with pencils, charcoal, pastels, watercolors and acrylics. This class will support and encourage each student’s individual process while advancing their skills. Learn techniques such as shading, proportion, composition and perspective in drawing and painting mediums. All levels welcome. $365, 303-503-1902, hisawyer.com.

Laurie D at The Local Boulder: 7 p.m. Tuesday, The Local, 2731 Iris Ave., Boulder. Laurie D and the Blues Babes will perform holiday favorites to enjoy while listeners spend time with friends. Free, fb.me.

Face Vocal Band holiday concert: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Boulder Theater, 2032 14th St., Boulder. Face Vocal Band’s holiday concert is sure to bring the Christmas cheer. Face is an internationally acclaimed all-vocal rock band from Boulder that has been captivating audiences for 15 years with their infectious energy punctuated by an endearing love of performance. $25-$45, z2ent.com.

Ben Hanna at The Velvet Elk Lounge: 8 p.m. Wednesday, The Velvet Elk Lounge, 2037 13th St., Boulder. Ben Hanna’s lyrics speak to the inner thoughts that his listeners have. Hailing from the ‘burbs of Detroit and currently based out of Boulder, his “post-post-rock” style is described as a blend of country-inspired modern storytelling and high-energy punk rock. Free, 303-993-8743.

Elliott Dobbs at BOCO Cider: 6 p.m. Thursday, BOCO Cider, 1501 Lee Hill Drive, Unit 14, Boulder. Boulder singer-songwriter Elliott Dobbs is a multi-instrumentalist who writes songs outlining his experience in the world by combining aspects of pop, folk and a little bit of grunge. He will play both acoustic guitar and piano in his performance. Free, 720-938-7285, bococider.com.

Stephen Brooks Trio at R Gallery: 7 p.m. Thursday, R Gallery + Wine Bar, 2027 Broadway, Boulder. Stephen Brooks is a musician and producer based in Denver. This trio features a rotating cast of Colorado talent, with Stephen as the constant fixture. The group’s eclectic blend of Latin music, ballads, bop, pop and Christmas tunes delights audiences wherever the group plays. Free, 303-444-4146, rgallery.art.

Winter Solstice Celebration: 7 p.m. Thursday, Dairy Arts Center, 2590 Walnut St., Boulder. Step into the heart of winter’s magic with Thomas Droge, a guide who intertwines the wisdom of ancient traditions with modern insight. Revel in an evening filled with the essence of tea, the joy of laughter, the expansion of the heart and a celestial journey alongside the stars of the Big Dipper. Free, 303-444-7328, thedairy.org.

Laser Taylor Swift: 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Fiske Planetarium, 2414 Regent Drive, Boulder. Taylor Swift is one of the biggest pop stars on the planet. With over 200 million records sold, a shelf full of Grammys and millions of fans, she is an inspiration for generations. This show features her biggest hits and brings them to life with dazzling laser lights. $8-$12, calendar.colorado.edu.