Miracle on Fourth Avenue: Christmas in July Market
Miracle on the Fourth is back, and it’s bringing the Longmont community a little taste of the holiday season in July.
On July 24, Bricks Retail will host the Christmas in July Market beginning at 10 a.m. and ending at 5 p.m. The event is free and open to everyone, including children.
Jennifer Ferguson, owner of Bricks Retail, explained this event is a way to get people shopping downtown and locally. The first Miracle on the Fourth occurred last November, this time Ferguson added activities that will include the entire family.
“There will be a bounce house, face painting and Santa will be here in his Hawaiian shirt, so anyone can take a photo with Santa. We are gonna have a DJ, we have added some music. We have added some craft activities with a couple of groups that will be attending,” Ferguson said.
Some groups attending include, I Am a Maker, a local non-profit, and Zone Tool, which is a Longmont based company that makes kids toys.
Ferguson noticed that there tends to be a focus on shopping locally only around the holidays. The most common feedback Ferguson received from vendors and customers at last November’s Miracle on Fourth is that this event needs to happen more often. This led Ferguson to bring the event into July as well.
“So we’re trying to spread out the holiday rush. There will be Christmas items like ornaments and pillows and Christmas themed items. But then there will be all kinds of other gift items, and fun things to buy and fun things to eat. The idea of Christmas in July was to come down and do some shopping,” Ferguson said.
July 21
A Way Forward Open House
From 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. come to our open house at 600 Terry Street. There will be food, cornhole, networking opportunities and an art showcase.
$5 All You Can Play for Quarters Club Members at Quarters Bar and Arcade
Quarters Bar+Arcade, "$5 All You Can Play" Games for Quarters Club Members. Come in to Quarters from Open to Close (from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m) for members all you can play. If you are not a Quarters Club Member, you can purchase a membership that day for $60/year.
Drop-In Teen Gaming Club at the City of Longmont Public Library
Every Thursday in June and July from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. compete, cooperate, and collaborate on our Nintendo Switch featuring a selection of games for 4-8 players. This drop-in program will be held in our newly renovated teens-only space. All levels of gamers are welcome. The event will be In-person in the Teen Space, no registration necessary! It is exclusive to 6th-12th graders.
Tony Crank Classical Guitar at Bootstrap Brewing
From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Enjoy an evening of beautiful classical guitar with Tony. And, we never know who else might jump on the stage with him!
Free Outdoor Concerts at the Longmont Museum: Delta Sonics
Free outdoor concerts are held in the Longmont Museum’s outdoor grassy courtyard from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome. Alcohol and concessions available for sale (only alcohol purchased on site is allowed). The event is free.The Delta Sonics’ music takes a Chicago Blues base and seasons it with Swing, New Orleans R&B, and early Rock and Roll. Voted the Westword’s best blues band in Denver, the group dazzles with slide guitar, harmonica, bass, drums, and smooth vocals.
July 22
Morning Concert for Kids at City of Longmont Public Library: Juggling with Sam Malcolm
From 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. join us for a special ocean-themed juggling show for kids with international award winning performer, Sam Malcolm! Concert best for 3 year olds and older; all ages are welcome. No registration necessary, just meet us outside on our patio! Some chairs and an awning will be set up, feel free to bring a blanket or something comfy to sit on.
Booktok Book talk for Teens at City of Longmont Public Library
The event will begin at 12 p.m. and end at 1 p.m. It is exclusive to 6th through 12th graders, and will be in-person in the Teen Space. It will occur on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of June and July. The book club for people who want to read what they like. No matter what you're reading, come enjoy pizza with other teens, get recommendations, and talk about your latest literary obsession!
Live Music at Bootstrap Brewing
We have rowdy, live music every Friday and Saturday night from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Check our website calendar to see the bands and bios at https://bootstrapbrewing.com/calendar/.
July 23
Intro to Fly Fishing Full Day at Angles Sports Ski, Board and Fly Fishing Shop
This intro class is intended for any age or skill level that is interested in fly fishing and will cover a full basic knowledge of the sport. The Class will start at 8am meeting in our class room upstairs of our showroom floor @ 463 Main St in Longmont, and will go till 4:30 pm. Attendees will have an hour break for lunch. After lunch we will meet down at the river where we can talk about how to read the river and where the fish most likely are while we integrate new learned entomology knowledge. Also while we are in an open grass area, the class will learn basic casting skills.The class will be instructed by Ryan "Fish" Albert, Head Guide for Angles Sports.
Coffee with Council at the Longmont Museum
Longmont residents are invited to have coffee with Council Members and discuss any topic of interest. At least two City Council members will be in attendance at each gathering. This month the speakers will be Mayor Peck and Council member Marcia Martin. Free coffee will be provided. Meetings are scheduled for the last Saturday of every month (January through October), 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Free Compost Workshop: In-person at Boulder County Recycling Center’s Education Room, 1901
From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. These free workshops are open to anyone interested in learning how to successfully start and manage a backyard compost pile in Colorado. Backyard composting is an effective way to reduce a household’s carbon footprint and provide quality compost for use in gardens. Learn how to start and maintain a highly efficient backyard compost system by knowing what to feed your compost pile, appropriate bins and methods for our geographical region, tips and troubleshooting, and more. These workshops are hosted by RCD and taught by Melanie Nehls Burow, a Colorado Master Composter. Learn more about the workshops and register for either event by visiting www.BoCo.org/CompostWorkshops.
How to Maintain Healthy Blood Sugar/Sponsored by BCAAA
A talk with Satya Elijah Williams, RD, Functional Nutritionist, about maintaining healthy blood sugar with Registered Dietician Satya Williams, will be held on Saturday, July 23 at Natural Grocers in Longmont from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Saturday Brunch at Summit Tacos
Saturday brunch is back with drink and food specials! From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come enjoy our patio with your friends!
Chocolate Festival at Boulder County Fair Grounds
From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. come see the Aisles and Aisles of Chocolate Heaven Sample and buy the finest chocolates in Colorado! Tastings * Samples * Carnival Games & Attractions * Fun Contests * Food & Drink * Gifts * VIPs * Kids’ Activities * Fun for All! Chocolate Candy, Cakes, Cookies, Truffles, Fudge, Brownies, Ice Cream, Toffees, Coffees and so much more! Everything chocolate will be here! Imagine a carnival where all the game prizes are chocolate! You'll love our new addition to the Boulder County Chocolate Festival - our Carnaval du Chocolat! All games and attractions are included with admission. For tickets and more information click here.
Keep an Ion Science: Hands on science workshop for kids at City of Longmont Public Library
For First through Fourth graders. Participants can drop-in at one of the following times: 1 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2 p.m., or 2:30 p.m. There is a maximum of 25 kids per time slot. No registration required, first-come first-served. Join us for a 30-minute fun, interactive science program led by teen scientists! This program is open to kids entering 1st through 4th grades accompanied by an adult. If the time slot is full, we will do our best to get you into the next one. Be sure to come with a curious mind and excitement to learn new things!
ArtWalk Summer on the Streets- July 23, 2022
Summer on the Streets 2022! July 9- August 27th- Every Saturday from 4pm to 8:15pm Art Market, Live Music, Food Trucks, Beer and Wine available. Visit Summer on the Streets, now in one easy location! (4th Ave and Kimbark St.) With over 20 artist vendors, 2 food trucks, and live music, we transform Kimbark Street into your weekly destination for art, music, film and fun. Each Saturday will offer different experiences and activities, so make sure to visit each weekend to see what’s new! For more information click here. On July 9, July 23, August 6, and August 20, join us for an extended event at the Longmont Public Media Outdoor Cinema, located in the Library Pavillion! Movies start at dusk and will be family friendly. Bring a chair and stay a while! I Scream Colorado will be selling Kettle Corn, so grab some popcorn and a soda and enjoy Summer outdoor Cinema! Movie schedule will be announced soon!
Longmont Upside Down at the Times Collaborative
Join us at The Times Collaborative located at 338 Main Street, for Longmont Upsidedown! Hosted by Dj Drake playing Stranger Things themed 80s & 90s Dance Party! From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. is for kids aged 14-years-old and older. A ticket will contain an entry fee and a waffle at ElevEn's Eggo extravaganza! After 9 p.m., the event is 21 plus entry only so we turn up the music & drinks! Beer, wine, Boozy Coca Cola Slushies! Eleven's EGGO Sandwiches will be available as well!
Live Music at Bootstrap Brewing
We have rowdy, live music every Friday and Saturday night from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Check our website calendar to see the bands and bios at https://bootstrapbrewing.com/calendar/.
Tile Mural Workshop at Firehouse Art Center with Jono Wright
From 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Watercolor Tile Mural Workshop with Jono Wright
Work with Jono Wright, the Firehouse Art Center's Summer Artist in Residence, and other fellow artists in making a tile mural. Jono will start with an image sourced from his Summer art residency project. Then he will break the image into small squares for workshop attendees to paint. Once the attendees paint their small square, the finished works will all come together to reveal the finished larger piece. This tile mural will then be included in Jono's September exhibit in the Main Gallery.
July 24
See & Learn about Bank Swallows: Meet at Rogers Grove Pavilion
Fun for the family or by yourself! From 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. see & learn about our precious Bank Swallows along our St. Vrain greenway. Birders and scopes will be set up for great viewing. These precious birds migrate 6000 miles to come and nest/have babies in Longmont every Spring. Their habitat at Rogers Grove is not replicable and while this environment survived the 2014 flood, it is now at risk of being destroyed with the City’s preferred plan for flood mitigation. Bring water and binoculars.
LOCO Ukulele Jam with Brian Rezac! At Bootstrap Brewing
Every Sunday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Bootstrap Brewing hosts a Ukulele jam. Whether you want to learn how to play the Ukulele or already do and want to join the fun, wipe off your uke and join in- it's blast! Host Brian Rezac has extras you can borrow. Or, just come enjoy a beer and watch. All ages and levels are welcome.
Full Throttle Yoga at Bootstrap Brewing
Join us from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. for Full Throttle Yoga, which is a revolutionary power yoga community, a technically simple and physically challenging way to practice a new way of being on and off the mat. Full Throttle Yoga is powerful, bold, present and fun. A style of yoga and community and a way of living at it’s core, Full Throttle Yoga is a movement to bring yoga to the people - all people - young and old, short and tall, skinny and fat, veggie loving vegans and carnivorous couch potatoes, hardcore bikers and hard charging cyclists, gals and dudes, fighters and lovers, soldiers and tree huggers. Full Throttle Yoga is for everyone!
Mystery Detective Club for third and fifth graders at City of Longmont Public Library
Participants will meet in the Library Meeting Rooms. The event is reserved for incoming 3rd through 5th graders only. Do you love mysteries? Is getting a clue exciting? Are you going into 3rd through 5th grades? Then you should join our new Mystery Detectives Club! Join us from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. to practice your sleuthing/mystery-solving skills, play games and talk about your favorite mystery books. Registration is required and limited to 15 participants per date. Visit bit.ly/LibKids and click on the event title to register.
“Eat for your life!” a charity event for Roberta’s Legacy at 471 Main Street
1 in 8 women in the US face the sobering diagnosis of breast cancer. Longmont based organization, Roberta's Legacy provides financial assistance for integrative treatments, rent, groceries, car payments, gas, medical bills and more. 100% of donations and proceeds received go directly to breast cancer patients and their families.You are invited on July 24th to "Eat for Your Life"! The event will be from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Learn how to optimize recovery with a food-based approach. Enjoy a fine-dining experience featuring ketogenic and auto-immune inspired appetizers, salads, entrees and dessert. Each course will be accompanied by a delicious and nutritious alcohol-free "mocktail" beverage. This event is in honor of our dear friends Katy and Paul Deschenes, who are currently on the road to recovery. Thank you to our sponsors Frank and Kim Moyer, for including us in working with Roberta's Legacy to support them and families like theirs, through this event. Find Tickets here.
July 25
Summer Creativity Camp: Greatest Garden Multimedia at Crackpots Pottery Studio
From 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Crackpots Pottery Studio will host Week-long creative fun for school-age kids all summer long! Each week we'll explore a theme and create original projects using high-end materials and totally cool techniques. For more information click here.
Drop-In Bilingual Storytime at the City of Longmont Public Library
On Monday from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. join us for stories and songs in Spanish and English for children of all ages! All aged children with a grown-up are welcome, but this storytime is best for 3 years and older. Meet us in the Library's Meeting Rooms, located by the West/Kimbark Street Entrance.
Longmont Startup Week Kickoff Party at Dry Land Distillers
Longmont Startup Week 2022 will take place July 25 – 28, with free, virtual sessions from 2:30 – 8 p.m. on July 26, 27, and 28. A kickoff party is scheduled for Monday, July 25 at Dry Land Distillers, 519 Main Street, in Longmont, from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. In addition, there will be in-person, end-of-day social events at The Times Collaborative throughout the week, featuring complimentary small bites and brews presented by local chefs. The 15+ sessions will be streamed online via Zoom Events, but attendees can also choose to gather in-person to view presentations and network in a “Zoom Room” hosted by The Times Collaborative, 338 Main Street, in Longmont. For more information click here
Open Mic with Denny Driscoll at Bootstrap Brewing
Performers should come at 6 p.m. to sign up. Performers get a complimentary beer for their performance. Email [email protected] for specific questions. The event will conclude at 9 p.m.
Author Talk with Dr. Jon Kedrowski at City of Longmont Public Library
From 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Dr. Jon Kedrowski will discuss exploring the mountains and high mountain lakes of Colorado as featured in his newest book. He will focus on trip planning as well as weather and climate conditions in Colorado for the recreational hiker and will include information on safety and back country preparedness. Dr. Kedrowski will also tell us about some of his favorite swimming spots as well as his adventures with “Wild Ice” skating in this multimedia presentation! Dr. Kedrowski's books will be for sale, and he will be available to sign copies after the talk. The event is free, but reservations are required. Reserve here.
New Skeeball League at Quarters Bar & Arcade.
Do you love Skeeball?!?! Join Quarters Bar+Arcade's Skeeball League! Grab a partner and join us for an 8 week season of fun! The league consists of 7 weeks of regular season play, with a championship bracket on week 8. The league costs $20 per team of 2. Skeeson 12 of Monday night skeeball will run from June 27, 2022 to August 15, 2022. Skeeball league members should be 21+. The event will begin at 6:30 p.m. and end at 8:15 p.m.
July 26
Guided Hike in Rocky Mountain National Park hosted by Angles Sports Ski, Board and Fly Fishing Shop
Join us on a hiking adventure in Rocky Mountain National Park. Learn about the flora, fauna, geography, and other great locations in the park and around CO. Be prepared to hike 2-4 miles and see receipt for what you need to pack. Price is per day and includes admission to Rocky Mountain National Park. Meet in Estes Park at 10 a.m. and is expected to end at 1 p.m. More details will be distributed on receipt once booked. The event will cost $120 for residents and $150 for non-residents.
Drop-In Cricut Paper Craft and Design Exploration at City of Longmont Public Library
From 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. join us this summer to play around with the Cricut and Cricut Design Space to make a project of your choice. Explore what you can do with paper and glue or vinyl and an iron. We will use the time to research and discover projects, pull projects together in Design Space and then execute a finished piece. We will meet in the Teen Space within the library and is exclusive to tweens and teens. You may bring t-shirts or other textiles from home to embellish and the Library will provide limited crafty supplies.
Karaoke with Nic at Bootstrap Brewing!
From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. join Nic at Bootstrap Brewing for a fun-night of Karaoke! Imagine someone who loves music and karaoke just as much as you do, has an eclectic taste in music genres, likes to get the ENTIRE crowd involved...not just the people singing, likes to dance and LOVES to throw a party. Welcome to Nic's Mobile Music world!!
Open Chess Night at the City of Longmont Public Library
Tuesdays are Open Chess Night at the Longmont Public Library! We will have some tables set aside on the 2nd floor for playing with chess sets available. However, you may bring your own set. The event will occur on the second floor of the library. It opens at 6 p.m. and goes until 7:30 p.m. when games need to be wrapped up in time for closing at 8 p.m. Open to all ages, but those 16 and younger must have an adult with them at all times. Evenings will be informal and there will be no instruction on how to play (we do have books on the subject)!
Tuesday Night Skeeball League at Quarters Bar & Arcade
Do you love Skeeball?!?! Join Quarters Bar+Arcade's Skeeball League! Grab a partner and join us for an 8 week season of fun! The league consists of 7 weeks of regular season play, with a championship bracket on week 8. The league costs $20 per team of 2. Skeeson 12 of Monday night skeeball will run from June 27, 2022 to August 15, 2022. Skeeball league members should be 21+. The event will begin at 6:30 p.m. and end at 8:15 p.m.
The Speakeasy Open Mic Night in Longmont is the place to take the stage in Longmont. Sign-up starts at 7 p.m., the first performer starts at 8 p.m. Singers, instrumentalists, comedians, poets, hip-hop artists, and more! All are welcome! Come see the premiere acts in the area, from brand new artists to seasoned performers. The event occurs every Tuesday night. The event will conclude at 12 a.m.
July 27
Drop-In Baby Storytime at the City of Longmont Public Library
The reading starts at 10 a.m., get ready for an interactive storytime designed for infants to age 2 and their grownup! Enjoy 20 minutes of short stories, songs, rhymes, bouncing, and fun for children and adults. Baby Storytime is a great way to build language, social-emotional, and pre-literacy skills! Meet us in the Library's Meeting Rooms, located by the West/Kimbark Street Entrance.
Trashy Wednesday’s at Summit Tacos
From 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. is Trashy Wednesdays! $2.5 domestic beers and $10 buckets with $2 tequila shots!
Open Mic Night at Summit Tacos
This is a free inclusive event hosted by Prideful Wellness, anyone is welcome to join in the fun. If you'd like to perform, get to the restaurant a little before 5:30 p.m. to sign up! Show starts at 6 p.m. in the backyard! The show will end at 8 p.m.
Trivia with Big Bob at Bootstrap Brewing!
Come play trivia with Big Mouth Bob and Quizmaster Entertainment from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at our Longmont Taproom. The winning team wins a round of beer!
July 28
Dry Land Distillers Four Year Anniversary Celebration
It's Our 4th Birthday in July - Save the Date! Dry Land Distillers is throwing a 4-year anniversary party July 28 through July 30 - so save the date! We've got a week of spirits, music, food and conversation to celebrate everyone who has supported and helped us grow. Here's a taste of what's to come: Thursday, July 28 from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. - Meet the Artisans. We're celebrating all the creative, talented people that work behind-the-scenes to create Dry Land Distillers - Farmers, Maltsters, Fabricators, and Purveyors. We'll have guests from Arnusch Farms, Troubadour Maltings, Pot and Column, the Colorado Grain Chain, Slow Food Boulder County - and more. For more information click here.
$5 All You Can Play for Quarters Club Members at Quarters Bar and Arcade
Quarters Bar+Arcade, "$5 All You Can Play" Games for Quarters Club Members. Come in to Quarters from Open to Close (from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m) for members all you can play. If you are not a Quarters Club Member, you can purchase a membership that day for $60/year.
Drop-In Teen Gaming Club at the City of Longmont Public Library
Every Thursday in June and July from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. compete, cooperate, and collaborate on our Nintendo Switch featuring a selection of games for 4-8 players. This drop-in program will be held in our newly renovated teens-only space. All levels of gamers are welcome. The event will be In-person in the Teen Space, no registration necessary! It is exclusive to 6th-12th graders.
Adults creative nights at the City of Longmont Public Library: Rock Mandalas
From 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Explore your meditative Zen and creative side with creating your own rock mandalas. Have a special rock? Bring it in and have fun! Learn about the meaning of mandalas from different cultures along the way. Registration is required. Register here. Only 15 spots are available.
Scott Von live at Bootstrap Brewing
From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Colorado's Scott Von writes music at the crossroads where Roots Music meets American Soul and Folk. Stomping boots and stirring grooves from the Roots tradition, stripped down songs from the Folk tradition, Singing like an old Soul singer, and a stage show that inspires. http://www.scottvon.com
Free outdoor concerts at the Longmont Museum: Hazel Miller & The Collective
Free outdoor concerts are held in the Longmont Museum’s outdoor grassy courtyard from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Lawn chairs and blankets welcome. Alcohol and concessions available for sale (only alcohol purchased on site is allowed). The Hazel Miller Band has toured North America, Europe, the Far East, Middle East, and Central America. Hazel is always backed by some of the finest musicians and vocalists in the world. Whether she’s singing the blues, jazz, pop, or Gospel, her voice charges the songs with a primal dose of genuine soul. Learn more at longmontmuseum.org or by calling 303-651-8374.
July 29
Drop-In Family Story Time at the City of Longmont Public Library
The event begins at 10 a.m. and consists of a 30-minute Friday fun storytime designed for children of all ages and their grown-ups! This storytime will include longer picture books, so expect a little more sitting and listening. Silly singing and movement will also be included. Meet us in the Library's Meeting Rooms, located by the West/Kimbark Street Entrance.
Live Music at Bootstrap Brewing
We have rowdy, live music every Friday and Saturday night from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Check our website calendar to see the bands and bios at https://bootstrapbrewing.com/calendar/.
Mrs. Nezbitt & Loudhouse at the Times Collaborative
The aggressively optimistic punk trio, Mrs. Nezbitt, have been performing all over Denver since 2020 with their uniquely developed sound. Indie rock influences and post-punk fusion brings a high energy atmosphere on and off the stage. LOUDHOUSE is for everyone. With a genre-fluid style and five powerful and artistic opinions, anytime you listen to LOUDHOUSE you will find a song that you enjoy. Doors open at 8 p.m. and the event will end at 11 p.m. see you there!
