Chess Club for Kids: 5:30 p.m., Boulder Public Library, 1001 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder. Play chess and learn with chess master Joshua Romero on second and fourth Mondays every month. Players of all abilities are welcome to drop in. Ages 8-18. Children younger than 8 are welcome with an adult helper. calendar.boulderlibrary.org.

All Ages Storytime: 10:15 a.m., NoBo Corner Library, 4600 Broadway, Boulder. Enjoy books, songs and more at NoBo’s story time for all ages. calendar.boulderlibrary.org.

Craft Storytime: 4 p.m., Boulder Public Library, 1001 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder. Share books, sing songs and play while fostering early literacy skills. Stay after story time to make a related craft. calendar.boulderlibrary.org.

Read Together book club: 5:30 p.m., NoBo Corner Library, 4600 Broadway, Boulder. Come join BoulderReads’ book club which provides a friendly and informal group environment for learners to practice their English skills. The book club meets the last Monday of each month. Each session, participants will talk about the readings, share thoughts and practice reading and speaking English. Snacks, reading materials and extra support are provided. Learners can join at anytime. The readings for the club are at an intermediate reading level, but all learners are welcome. This program is for adults who live, work or are visiting in Boulder County. calendar.boulderlibrary.org.

Danny Shafer concert: 6 p.m. Tuesday, Rosetta Hall, 1109 Walnut St., Boulder. A cornerstone of Boulder’s music scene for over 30 years, Danny Shafer has penned hundreds of songs and performed across the Front Range. His heartfelt Americana sound and soulful guitar work make for an evening of original music, good food and community. Free, 720-295-8142, rosettahall.com.

“The Martians” book signing: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Boulder Public Library, 1001 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder. David Baron will speak about and sign his new book “The Martians: The True Story of an Alien Craze that Captured Turn-of-the-Century America” at Boulder Public Library’s Canyon Theater. Free, boulderbookstore.net.

CU Boulder Faculty Tuesdays: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Grusin Music Hall (C112), Imig Music Building, 1020 18th St., Boulder. Celebrate the inauguration of the beautiful newly donated Steinway concert grand piano. Enjoy performances by Roser Piano and Keyboard Program faculty and friends from across the college performing celebratory solo, duo and chamber works. Free, 303-492-8008, cupresents.org.

Summer vegan harvest dinner: 9 p.m. Tuesday, St Julien Hotel & Spa 900 Walnut Street, St Julien Hotel & Spa, Boulder. Executive chef Rich Byers will present a thoughtfully crafted vegan menu celebrating the season’s hyper-local harvest, both from the on-site garden and with the freshest local produce from around Boulder. The al fresco evening will begin with a welcome cocktail and passed appetizers followed a four-course dinner with wine pairings. $97.88, eventbrite.com.

String Quartet Storytime with Boulder Phil: 10:15 a.m. Wednesday, Boulder Public Library, 1001 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder. Explore the different instruments of the String Family and the stories they tell. Members of the Boulder Philharmonic will talk about characters, ideas and exciting adventures in music. A petting zoo of instruments will be available after the program. calendar.boulderlibrary.org.

“Nosferatu:” film screening: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Chautauqua Auditorium, 198 Morning Glory Drive, Boulder. A 100-year tradition, the beloved Chautauqua Silent Film Series continues with “Nosferatu.” The story follows Hutter, a young man who travels to Transylvania to meet the mysterious Count Orlok, only to discover he is a vampire. Orlok travels to Hutter’s hometown, bringing death and disease with him. Known for its haunting visuals and atmospheric style, “Nosferatu” remains a landmark in horror and silent film history. $13.80, chautauqua.com.

Editor’s note: Availability and scheduling of events may be subject to change.