Colorado Tartan Day
The Colorado Tartan Day Council will host festivities over the weekend for Longmonters to celebrate Colorado Tartan Day. From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 9-10, celebrate Celtic Heritage and meet the Clans honoring Scottish ancestors at Boulder County Fairgrounds in Longmont.
This event, which is sponsored by Molson Coors, is family-friendly and admission is free to the public. Live music will begin at 11 a.m. each day and feature Gobs O'Phun, a family duet performing traditional Celtic folk songs. The Renaissance Scots Living History Association will be at the event sharing the history of the holiday and demonstrating heritage crafts such as basketmaking, blacksmithing, weaving, leather working, and traditional culinary dishes. Event attendees will also have the opportunity to visit with the Empire for Medieval Pursuits, a group dedicated to the re-creation and enjoyment of the realities, myths, and legends of the Ancient to Medieval world. The group’s forum allows individuals to share a mutual interest in the celebration of the arts, customs, and ideologies of diverse and ancient cultures. There will be a special area for children’s activities, including face-painting and crafts. “And, Lemon Drop the faerie will be sharing a sense of wonder with trinkets and pixie dust.”
“Tartan Day celebrates Scotland's cultural and historic contributions to the world. We invite all who have embraced the Tartan to join us in celebrating family, community, nation, heritage, and the human need for connection.”
April 7
Jiro Dreams of Sushi (2011) NR | Thursday Nights @ the Museum | City of Longmont, Colorado
The film Jiro Dreams of Sushi will play on Thursday night in Stewart Auditorium at the Longmont Museum starting at 7 p.m. This is the story of 85-year-old Jiro Ono, considered by many to be the world’s greatest sushi chef. He is the proprietor of Sukiyabashi Jiro, a 10-seat, sushi-only restaurant inauspiciously located in a Tokyo subway station. Despite its humble appearances, it is the first restaurant of its kind to be awarded a prestigious three-star Michelin Guide rating, and sushi lovers from around the globe make repeated pilgrimage, calling months in advance and shelling out top dollar for a coveted seat at Jiro’s sushi bar. Jiro Dreams of Sushi is a thoughtful and elegant meditation on work, family, and the art of perfection, chronicling Jiro’s life as both an unparalleled success in the culinary world and as a loving yet complicated father. Purchase tickets here.
Learn to Crochet!
Ready to get in on the hottest thing in fiber arts? Learn to crochet! At this three session class at Longmont Yarn Shop, you will learn to make a chain, single crochet, double crochet and half double crochet. You can choose to make a pair of fingerless mitts or a scarf. Your class fee includes a complementary LYS Manifesto bag to carry your pattern and projects in! For in person classes, all participants must provide proof of being fully vaccinated and boosted. Students save 10% on class supplies. Book your seat online or in store prior to class to secure your seat.
Art & Sip: Japanese Bookbinding
The Japanese version of bookbinding is called yotsume toji, which roughly translates to “four holes.” In this style, practiced during the Edo period in Japan, papers are stitched together to form a book. Make your own custom journal to record your thoughts or give as a gift at the Japanese Bookbinding Art & Sip class at the Longmont Museum on April 7. This class will be from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
April 8
Elisa Garcia Trio | Friday Afternoon Concert Series | City of Longmont, Colorado
Enjoy an afternoon of live music in the Longmont Museum’s Stewart Auditorium this fall featuring an eclectic array of musical acts from up and down the Front Range. The Elisa Garcia Trio plays Latin American folk songs from Mexico, Cuba, Venezuela, down to Chile, Argentina, and Uruguay. Bringing rhythms like huapango, boleros, cumbias, zambas, and candombes, the trio takes listeners on a journey through Latin America. Comprised of Uruguayan singer/guitarist, Elisa Garcia, Mexican percussionist Leo Munoz-Corona, (who has toured with artists like Willie Colon, Jaguares, Lucero, Juanes and many more), and world-renowned Venezuelan pianist Victor Mestas. The Elisa Garcia Trio will perform in Stewart Auditorium starting at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, April 8. Purchase tickets here.
Astronomy: Lions and Dogs and Bears! - Boulder County
The spring sky is filled with all sorts of hidden constellations, including some fun animals. Discover how to find these pictures in the sky in a short program starting at 7:15 p.m. on April 8, and then enjoy viewing the sky with telescopes provided by the Longmont Astronomical Society. All ages are welcome at this event, which is located near Lyons. The location of this event will be provided when registering. Registration, which is required for this event, can be found here.
Extravaganza @ Dance Dimensions
Join Dance Dimension’s award winning Starbound Dance Company for an evening of incredible dance on April 8. Contemporary, jazz, musical theatre, hip hop, tap and more! This event will feature a special guest performance by the Shooting Stars company, as well as a silent auction and sales benefiting company dancers. Tickets are $17 for adults, $14 for students and there’s a +$1 charge for tickets at the door.
Swing Shift Band Concert - Cultural Enrichment Series | Downtown Longmont, CO
Swing Shift will perform at the Longmont Senior Center from 3 to 5 p.m. on April 8. Music from Louis Prima's Sing, Sing, Sing, Cab Calloway's Minnie the Moocher, Chicago's Make Me Smile, to Carlos Santana's Oye Como Va. Swing, Rhythm & Blues, Latin, Classic Rock, and Italian favorites will be on the program. This is a six-member band including sax/clarinet, Electric Valve Instrument (trumpet), piano, guitar, bass and drums. The group includes four Longmont residents.
April 9
Pine Needle Basket Weaving w/ Pretty Nice Creations
Use pine needles, waxed linen and the Firehouse Art Center’s step-by-step instructions and demonstration to weave baskets at this art class from 12 to 3 p.m. on April 9. All materials will be provided. The class is $40 and includes supplies.
Second Saturday Creative Crawl
Longmont’s Second Saturday Creative Crawl is a free monthly interactive day in the Longmont Creative District that highlights the unique creative talents of our community. This is an opportunity for creativity – anything made of the hand or mind – to take center stage, and for the community to enjoy interactive activities, local artists and makers, craft food and beverage, live music, shopping, and much more. For a complete list of the businesses participating in this event, click here.
Winter Walkabout Music Showcase
With more than 30 performances across 11 venues throughout Downtown Longmont, April 9 will be a day and night of live, local music you won't soon forget. After a 2-year hiatus, we're so excited to bring the Winter Walkabout Music Showcase back to the Longmont Creative District. Tickets are on sale now, and prices will increase as the event date gets closer, so grab your tickets now and get the best price! More information, including the full lineup and schedule will be released soon! Check out the website for the most up-to-date information! Mark your calendars for April 9, this is a night in Longmont you won't want to miss!
April 10
Free Formal Wear Fashion Shop
Come browse the pop-up shop in the Longmont Public Library’s Teen Space, located within the Children's and Teens' Library, from noon to 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 10. Thanks to the generous, pre-COVID, clothing donations of the Longmont community in 2020, we are able to offer Longmont teens – this event is open to 6th-12th graders only – free, gently-used dresses, suits, accessories, and other fashion for Prom season 2022, other formal events, or just for the sake of dressing up and looking great! If you plan to join us, please enter the Library at the East Entrance (off of Emery Street) as the Library doesn't open to the general public until 1 p.m. No registration necessary and there is no cost to you... all of the outfits are FREE so just come in and browse! There will be a makeshift, single stall dressing room area for you to use.
"VIP" Night at the Firehouse (Open to the Public)
"VIP" night at the Firehouse Art Center is Open to all art lovers! Join us for a night of music, dancing and fun for the whole community! Whether you are a patron, a volunteer, an artist member, or a participant in a Firehouse program, we couldn't have gotten through the past two years without you! DJ Drake will be spinning tunes, Copper Sky Distillery will have a whiskey tasting and there will be a signature beverage for the night and Flavor of India will have delicious food at the event. The evening is free of charge, and really is about giving back to the community!
April 11
Ignition Dance Fitness - Zumba Class at the Elks Lodge
Join Liliana and Katie, licensed Zumba instructors, for a high energy dance fitness class in the Elks ballroom every Monday and Thursday at 6 p.m. Livestream is also available.
Outdoor Bilingual Storytime
Join us from the City of Longmont Public Library for stories and songs in Spanish and English for children of all ages with Librarian Valerie every Monday from 10-10:30 a.m.! All aged children with a grown-up are welcome, but this storytime is best for 3 years and older. Registration is required each week. Registration for Outdoor Bilingual Storytime will open one week before at 9 a.m. Storytimes are limited to 15 participants at this time, and there is no waitlist.
April 12
Speakeasy Open Mic | Downtown Longmont, CO
The Speakeasy Open Mic Night in Longmont is *the* place to take the stage in Longmont. Every Tuesday night, sign-up starts at 7 p.m. and the first performer starts at 8 p.m. Singers, instrumentalists, comedians, poets, hip-hop, and more... all are welcome! Come see the premiere acts in the area, from brand new artists to seasoned performers.
Open Chess Night
Every Tuesday, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. is 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. This event is 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)!
April 13
Sip N Stitch at Bootstrap Brewing!
Join us at Bootstrap Brewing on the 2nd Wednesday of each month as we Sip 'N Stitch together. Each month we rotate to a different venue around town. Check the Longmont Yarn Shoppe Facebook page or call the shop to see where we are meeting each month if you are unsure or it is not listed! Bring your handwork and join in the fun! Life is always more fun with friends!
April 14
Interview Preparation Virtual Class
Learn how to interview successfully using a simple formula to showcase your skills and how to prepare good answers to the tough interview questions. To sign up for this Workforce Boulder County workshop from 1 to 3 p.m. on April 14, go to connectingcoloroado.com, create an account and look under Workshops. A link to the workshop will be sent to you the day before the workshop with instructions on how to join the virtual meeting.
Art & Sip: Needle Felting on Soap
Felted soaps are a functional soap with an artistic scrubby built in! This Art & Sip class at the Longmont Museum on April 14 includes an unscented goat’s milk soap, wool, and tools to complete a single felted soap. Use the felted pouch again and again by replacing the soap. A great sustainable project to celebrate Earth Day! This class is part of our Art & Sip series. Grab a drink and get creative with these classes for adults. Beer, wine, non-alcoholic beverages, and snacks will be available for purchase in the Atrium Bar. This season you’ll see a special focus on art projects inspired by our current exhibit Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper. Learn more at longmontmuseum.org or by calling 303-651-8374.
Pushing the Envelope: Artists on Tradition & Innovation | Downtown Longmont, CO
Hear extraordinary people talk about issues of importance to Northern Colorado and beyond at an event that’s part of the Longmont Museum’s Thursday Nights at the Museum series. Join us from 7 to 9 p.m. on April 14 for a conversation with three contemporary Colorado artists whose work is rooted in tradition but who are now challenging and pushing the boundaries of these ancient practices. The event will feature a panel discussion moderated by Mike McClung, Director, Michael Warren Contemporary.
April 18
Poetry As The Means We Need: A bilingual poetry workshop and reading
Join 2021 National Mexican Poetry Slam Champion Alejandro Jimenez for a bilingual poetry workshop and reading on April 18 at the Longmont Civic Center. Alejandro Jimenez will be conducting a 45-minute bilingual poetry workshop starting at 6 p.m. followed by a 45-minute bilingual poetry reading. You may sign up for one or both sessions.
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