Event Recap: BONUS Event April 12— Boulder Arts Week 2026

On the final evening of Boulder Arts Week 2026, CreativeMornings/Boulder hosted a joyful pop-up celebration at the Junkyard Social Club — and the energy in the room said it all.
This Bonus event was designed with intention: to bring together artists, makers, and community partners in a space where creativity opens the door to connection.

Check out all the amazing photos from the event on our Flickr! 

In honor of Autism Awareness Month, we were especially grateful to have author Malva Tarasewicz with us, sharing her award-winning memoir Benjamin Breaking Barriers — a deeply personal and inspiring book for parents navigating life as their autistic child's greatest supporter, advocate, and teacher. Her presence added heart and depth to an already warm evening.The makers, artists & community partners who made it happen
Julie Ann Martinez Rosario (@formasbyjulie) brought her handmade wire jewelry and offered fun customization options for guests to make each piece their own.
Emily Reynold from BoulderWrites was on hand to share how the Boulder Library offers free writing support to the community — a resource worth knowing about.
Kai Franks (@kaissilverwear), one of our own event photographers, also came as a maker, selling his handcrafted jewelry and silverware pieces.
Leah Rich (@roundtripgoods) led a block-printing activity and sold her beautiful plant-dyed art and clothing — a returning vendor and a crowd favorite.
Barbara Olson (@barbjolson) showcased and sold her book‑binding art alongside her fiber works.
Stephanie McNamara showcased her mosaic work and spent the morning engaging with the community.
Kyoko returned with her signature origami activity, folding paper and conversation in equal measure.
Kirsten Russell Kindt, representing the Alzheimer's Association Colorado (@alzcolorado), shared information about community programs and support groups — a meaningful presence at an event rooted in connection.

Live music
The evening was set to the sounds of returning musicians Clark Carroll (@clarkplaymusic) and Brian, whose live performances gave the whole night a warm, unhurried rhythm.

THANK YOU!
This event was made possible through the generosity of City of Boulder Office of Arts & Culture and the welcoming space of Junkyard Social Club. Thank you to every maker, artist, attendee, volunteer, and community partner who showed up — you are what makes CreativeMornings/Boulder possible.

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