Kevin Smith brings 'Clerks III' to Boulder Theater and other area events today

Sep. 20—Clerks III, The Convenience Tour: Watch Kevin Smith's latest dark comedy with Smith, himself, in Boulder. The filmmaker, star (Silent Bob), author, podcaster and all-around funnyman is bringing the Clerks III: The Convenience Tour through Boulder for a screening of a the third film of the series ("Clerks" soared to cult fame in 1994). Smith is known for participating in long, humorous Q&A sessions — and this one is likely no exception. The film stars Ben Affleck, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Justin Long, Rosario Dawson and more; 7 p.m. Tuesday, Boulder Theater, 2032 14th St., Boulder; $40-$60; z2ent.com.

Hazed & Confused, Hazing Trivia: Can you recognize hazing? Stop by to learn about the harms and signs of being hazed. Discover resources and support for anyone who is experiencing hazing; 2 p.m. Tuesday, Norlin Library, East Entrance, CU Boulder; calendar.colorado.edu.

Boulder Bike Path Ride: Cruise along some of the best bike paths in Boulder on this casual group ride that will view street art, parks, and more. Bring your own bike or rent a BCycle bike; 5 p.m. Tuesday, UMC Bike Station, northeast corner, CU Boulder; calendar.colorado.edu.

Boulder Cycling Club: Join BCC for its popular road bike ride every Tuesday, featuring riders of all types. Routes and distances vary, helmets are mandatory and lights encouraged. Stay after the ride and grab a beer and pizza at Twisted Pine's newly renovated back area; 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Twisted Pine, 3201 Walnut St., Boulder; bouldercyclingclub.org.

'The Displacements' Book Signing: Former Boulderite who is now teaching at the University of Virginia, Bruce Holsinger will speak about and sign his new book, "The Displacements," at Boulder Bookstore. The book looks at what happens when privileged lives are upended and transformed by a hurricane; 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Boulder Bookstore, 1107 Pearl St., Boulder; $5; boulderbookstore.net.

Poetry Open Mic: In collaboration with Colorado Poet's Center, R Gallery holds an open mic poetry night the third Tuesday of each month. A member of the center will present a reading, followed by an open mic where anyone is welcome to read their poetry to a fun, welcoming and supportive audience; 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, R Gallery + Wine Bar, 2027 Broadway, Boulder; Free; rgallery.art.

Junkyard Autumnal Equinox Ecstatic Dance: Join a group of humans going on a fun, playful and heartfelt dance journey for the autumn equinox — a point of perfect balance of dark and light between summer and winter; 7:15 p.m. Tuesday, Junkyard Social Club, 2525 Frontier Ave., Unit A, Boulder; $5-$15; junkyardsocialclub.org.

Trumpet Works at Faculty Tuesdays: Join Ryan Gardner and Margaret McDonald as they perform exciting works from both Latin and American traditions. Featuring trumpet works by Lauren Bernofsky, Carson Cooman, Eris DeJarnett and Joaquin Rodrigo, this diverse program will showcase both beauty and virtuosity; 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 20, Grusin Music Hall, 1020 18th St., Boulder; Free; cupresents.org.

Face Vocal Band: The Boulder County a cappella rock band takes the stage at Nissi'; 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, 1455 Coal Creek Drive, Unit T, Lafayette; nissis.com.

Evening with an Open Space Naturalist: Listen to writings, poetry, conversation and music with Martin Ogle, Lafayette Open Space Naturalist, who presents "A Seamless Continuum — Our Human Relationship with Nature;" 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Lafayette Public Library, 775 W. Baseline Road, Lafayette; cityoflafayette.com.