“Fracking the System” screening: 6 p.m. Thursday, Boulder Public Library, 1001 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder. “Fracking The System” is a documentary about the fight against a new fracking site. With information directly from the field, it is a lesson to all activists. Registration required. The screening will be held in the Canyon Theater. Free, calendar.boulderlibrary.org.

Sherefe at Full Cycle Café: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Full Cycle Café & Bar, 2355 30th St., Boulder. Back by popular demand, Sherefe returns for an evening of Greek ballads and Zorba-style dances to Turkish grooves, from Arabic mawwals (laments) to upbeat tunes. Performing at this show is Jesse Manno (bouzouki, saz, oud, vocals), James Hoskins (cello, gudulka, bouzouki, zurna, vocals), Julie Lancaster (accordion, spoons, vocals) and Dexter Payne (clarinet, saxophone, ney), with guest drummer David Hinojosa. $20-$25, thetuneupevents.eventcalendarapp.com.

Lucas Zelnick at Boulder Theater: 8 p.m. Thursday, Boulder Theater, 2032 14th St., Boulder. Lucas Zelnick is a stand-up comedian born, raised and based in New York City who challenges his cushy upbringing through punch-heavy material. Zelnick has appeared in SF Sketchfest and the New York Comedy Festival. In 2022, he began headlining comedy clubs nationally, including the Helium and Zanies in Chicago, where he sold out eight shows. He is the co-host of the popular podcast “Can I Go Home Now,” which recently featured the infamous Caroline Calloway as a guest. His standup can be seen on Don’t Tell and will next be featured on Comedy Central. $22.50-$35, z2ent.com.

Cinema Crafting: 1 p.m. Friday, Boulder Public Library, 1001 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder. Join to watch a movie while working on a craft. The makerspace has created a craft designed to complete while watching “The Craft,” or feel free to bring crochet, knitting or other crafting that can be done while watching. calendar.boulderlibrary.org.

“Painting in the Parks” exhibit opening: 5 p.m. Friday, Ana’s Art Gallery, 1100 Spruce St., #101, Boulder. Popular local artist Lonny Granston is back from a summer and fall of painting and will be showcasing his new works. The 15 new paintings include pastels and oils from Granston’s month as artist-in-resident at the Grand Staircase Escalante national monument, Rocky Mountain National Park and a river raft trip through the Grand Canyon down the Colorado River. Refreshments and good stories will be served. Free, 303-997-5346.

Domi Edson Trio at Full Cycle Café: 6:30 p.m. Friday, Full Cycle Café & Bar, 2355 30th St., Boulder. Domi Edson is an emerging force as a jazz bassist and composer, originally from Seattle and now residing in Denver. With her compelling sound, personal recordings and exciting live performances, she is quickly establishing herself as a rising star on the national scene. $20-$25, thetuneupevents.eventcalendarapp.com.

Wine and Write: 7 p.m. Friday, Founder Central by Sweater, 2000 Central Ave., #100, Boulder. Join for Wine & Write, an evening to relax, reflect, reconnect with the self and meet new friends. In this session, participants will focus on releasing work-related stress through creative journaling. They’ll have the opportunity to explore their emotions, experiences and ideas with a series of prompts and free-writing opportunities in a supportive, inspiring environment. $40, eventbrite.com.