Turkey Turnout Collection Day
This November, the Longmont Scouts present their 13th annual Turkey Turnout to benefit OUR Center, HOPE and Bicycle Longmont. The Turkey Turnout -- a food, clothing and bike drive -- will conclude with a collection day on Saturday, Nov. 20, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the 400 E. parking lot in Downtown Longmont where volunteers will be accepting, collecting and sorting the last of the donations from community members.
Throughout past years, the Turkey Turnout has collected approximately 53,000 pounds of food, 15,000 pounds of clothes and 400 bikes for these great, local nonprofits from residences and businesses across the city -- making it the largest single drive in Longmont. This year, however, OUR Center, HOPE and Bicycle Longmont “are seeing unprecedented local need because of lingering impacts of COVID-19,” calling on community members to participate in this year’s Turkey Turnout.
“We are all in this together, and the Longmont Scouts Turkey Turnout is here to help our neighbors in need. Our non profit partners use your contributions for those in Longmont and the St Vrain Valley area. Please help by making a donation if you can, of food, clothes, or unused bicycles. If you'd like to do more and help volunteer, we could use your help with that as well.” Visit the Longmont Turkey Turnout website to learn more about the event and ways to get involved.
November 18
Art & Sip: Block Print Holiday Cards | Thursday Nights @ the Museum
Get a jump start on your holiday preparation in this linocut block printing class at the Longmont Museum from 6:30 to 9 on Thursday night. Design and print your own unique cards to give a personal touch to your season’s greetings.
The Elisa Garcia Trio & Fruta Brutal: Live in Concert
Elisa Garcia Trio takes listeners on a musical journey through Latin America. Fruta Brutal seeks to be part of the ripening of cultural fruits that fight to move us forward during times of backward brutality. Join us for an evening of relevant and progressive music of Latin America starting at 7:15 in the Stewart Auditorium at the Longmont Museum. Tickets are $15 for general admission, $12 for students and seniors and $10 for Museum members.
Dinner & Cider Pairing at St. Vrain Cidery
Join us on November 18th at the St. Vrain Cidery taproom for a very special cider pairing dinner! Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and dinner starts at 6 p.m.There are a limited number of tickets available and sales will close the night of November 14th. Get yours for $75 each here.
November 19
Happy Birthday To US! Snarkington's turns 1
We are a year older and less mature than before here at Snarkington’s Gifts. Come by the store to celebrate with us from 11:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov. 19, 20 and 21! There will be cake :).
Legally Blonde at Jesters Dinner Theatre
A fabulously fun international award-winning musical based on the adored movie! Legally Blonde The Musical follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, snobbery, and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. This action-packed musical explodes on the stage with memorable songs and dynamic dances. Equal parts hilarious and heart- warming, this musical is so much fun it should be illegal! The first performance will take place starting at 7:30 p.m. at Jesters Dinner Theatre. For more showtimes and to purchase tickets click here.
Writer's Workshop at the Firehouse Art Center
Join the Firehouse Art Center Writers for a helpful, all levels, writers workshop one Friday a month from 7 to 9 p.m. The event may include read-throughs, prompts, sharing and more. There will be a facilitator. This event is free but the Firehouse Art Center, as a 501c3 non-profit organization, always appreciates donations.
November 20
Maker Magic Holiday Tastings
Regan Sample and the Sample Hometeam present Maker Magic Holiday Tastings on November 20 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at The Times Collaborative in Longmont. Enjoy 5 delightful demos and delicious tastings to refresh your holiday feasts. Tickets are $20 each with all proceeds benefiting The Inn Between of Longmont. The event will feature items from De Leon Queens Cakes, Splendent Stones Jewelry, Abbott & Wallace Distillery, Shinkyu-No Dumplings, Smile Songs.
Thanksgiving at Bootstrap Brewing!
THUNKSGIVING is back at Bootstrap Brewing! This year's event will be a fundraiser for our brother and bandmate Max Mackey. Max was severely injured in a motorcycle accident in July. He has had 5 surgeries to date and 3 more to come. We can't wait to all be together again, play some music and raise a glass, and some cash for Max. We have a great lineup of music for the evening including the dynamic duo of Travis Bush from THUNK and multi-instrumentalist Kort McCumber from Moors & McCumber starting at 4 p.m., the THUNK full set with Max on guitar starting at 5:30 p.m. (we are lucky Max will be able to be seated and play with us), a full set from Cat Jerky starting at 7 p.m. and a THUNKJERKY superjam to follow! All the musicians will be donating their time and a portion of beer sales for the evening will be going to Max directly. Donations are greatly appreciated and can be delivered to Max through his venmo: https://venmo.com/u/MaxMackeyMusic
November 22
Turkeys Loose in the Art Room: Thanksgiving Break Day Camp
Kids home for a few days and want to occupy their time with something more than a Minecraft marathon? Then pop into Firehouse Art Studio from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Nov. 22, 23 and 24! We will be exploring different materials and mediums that your little artist can take home with them at the end of the day. Everything from slime painting, and hanging mini planters to a centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table. We will read a couple of silly stories, enjoy a snack (please let us know of any allergies) and explore a sampling of all that art has to offer. Please have children dress in clothes that can get messy. Although aprons are available, some of the materials we will be using can stain clothing. A breakdown of each day will be available here. Register on eventbrite for a fee of $60.00.
Fall Break Camp: Thinking Games with Grey Havens
From 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Nov. 22-24, Grey Havens will lead 10- to 13-year-old children in fall break camps featuring multi-media art, epic storytelling, collaborative thinking games, movement activities, and a crazy scavenger hunt. Campers will be encouraged to think critically and creatively in these camps hosted by the creators of our ever-popular summer Hogwarts camp! Sign up for one, two, or all three camps and enjoy different experiences each day.
Monday Night Life Drawing Class
The Firehouse Art Center is proud to offer a socially distanced life drawing session coordinated with Art of Modeling for people 18 years and older on Monday nights from 6 to 8. The classes are short, sit-dry media only and while the Firehouse provides chairs and tables, it’s BYOB easels and supplies. In this two-hour session, poses vary from short gestures to 15 or 20 minute studies in an open-studio format. This is not an instructor-led class; artists are invited to practice their craft in their own style. All artists are responsible for cleaning their area after class. For distancing reasons, each person will need a separate table or must bring their own easel. No materials will be provided or shared. Space is limited so reserve a slot on eventbrite for $15 general admission and $12.00 discount pricing for Firehouse Artist members. Doors close 5 minutes after class starts and open 15 minutes before.
November 23
Science @ Six: Sound & Music
Let's make some noise at the City of Longmont Public Library from 6 to 7 p.m. on Nov. 23! Join librarians David and Kathleen for Science @ Six! We will meet in person in the Library Meeting Rooms to make a stringed instrument, a harmonica, and a kazoo from recycled materials and learn how they produce sound. This event is best for elementary-aged children (grades 2-5 or 7-10 years old). Registration is required and can be accessed here.
Trivia Tuesday with Teddy in the Taproom
In person Trivia Tuesdays is back and better than ever! Join Teddy and all the trivia faithful every Tuesday night at 5:30 p.m. in Wibby Brewing’s taproom! Email [email protected] to reserve a table for you and your teammates and be sure to include how many people will be playing with you so that we can reserve the appropriate amount of space for you.
November 24
A-Mac and the Height at Bootstrap Brewing!
A-Mac & The Height will perform at Bootstrap Brewing Wednesday, Nov. 24 at Bootstrap Brewing starting at 6 p.m. A-Mac & The Height represents a unique musical experience of unity and adventurous fusion of genres. With hook-driven songwriting and a cohesive blend of reggae, hip-hop, funk and alternative rock, the group thrives on overcoming musical boundaries. Their immersive message and feel good energy has proven to bring together beautiful people from coast to coast.
Closing: St Nicks Thanksgiving Coloring Event, 25% Off And Giveaway
Come By St. Nick's Collectibles, Toys & Antiques at 337 Main St. and pick up a coloring page or print one off using the image here or this link. Once colored, bring it back in to get entered into our Thanksgiving giveaway and get 25% off any one item! Nov. 24 is the last day to enter the giveaway.
November 26
Holiday Tree Lighting
The Tree Lighting Ceremony is back for 2021! Join us on Friday, November 26th at 6:30 p.m. in 6th Avenue Plaza (west side of 6th Ave. & Main St.). Join us for giveaway bags, holiday music, a capella performances, hot drinks and treats, craft activities and Santa!
The Long Run "Alter Eagles"
For 5 years, The Long Run, 'Colorado's Tribute to the Eagles', have unleashed their 'Alter Eagles' project each fall for a select number of dates at select venues Each year, the band’s set list includes 25 songs of everything BUT the Eagles. It could be Billy Joel, The Beatles, The Cars, Styx, or even Glen Campbell, John Mayer, Zac Brown, yes... the crowd never knows til they get there, but they are certain to enjoy all the long lost hits and memories that the Alter Eagles project conjures up. Come join us for an eclectic evening of rock, pop and country classics at Dickens 300 Prime on Friday, Nov. 26 from 8 to 11 p.m.
November 27
9th Annual Sugar Plum Tea Party
The Sugar Plum Fairy warmly invites you to Centennial State Ballet's 9th annual Sugar Plum Tea Party hosted by Dickens 300 Prime. This year, tea party sessions will be at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 27 and 1 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 28. Experience a magically catered, plated afternoon tea service including an assortment of warm teas, assorted finger sandwiches, scones and sweets, musical accompaniment during tea concluding with a Mini Nutcracker performance and photo opportunities with characters from the show! Learn more about the event and buy tickets here.
Small Business Saturday
The biggest and best shopping day of the year will feature ice carvings in St. Stephen's Plaza, roaming holiday characters, and surprise giveaways for downtown shoppers! Downtown Longmont is THE destination for Small Business Saturday and for your holiday shopping needs. When you shop small and keep purchases local, you're not only getting a unique product from a local small business, you're making an investment in your community.
Holiday Market at the Firehouse Art Center
Shop with local artists, creators and makers on Small Business Saturday and Artists Sunday. There’s perhaps nothing more personal than a gift of the arts, so forgo the lines at the big box stores and come shop local at the Firehouse Art Center from 12 to 5 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. Participating artists include Brandy Coons, Richelle Cripe, Tangled Turtle Art, Constanze Arenz, Sarah Houston and more!
Meet the Author-Jen Simmons
Local author Jen Simmons will sign her book, Shipley's Secrets, on Saturday, Nov. 27 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Used Book Emporium at 346 Main Street in Longmont.
November 28
Artists Sunday
Artists Sunday is a nationwide day to support local artists in your local community. It is the world’s largest art event, dedicated to highlighting local artists and recognizing the impact they have in enriching our lives, communities, and the economy. Visit the Longmont Creative District for gallery openings, artist popups inside businesses, and working artist studios throughout. Choose local art and give something special, unique, and handcrafted this holiday season, and support local artists and the local economy at the same time. There’s perhaps nothing more personal than a gift of the arts.
December 18
The Nutcracker
Make the season bright as family, fantasy, and magic unite in this timeless ballet when Clara’s dream comes to life! Dancing dolls, glittering snowflakes, delicious candies and much more sweeten this story of battles, blizzards, and a land of sweets. It’s the perfect holiday entertainment for children and adults alike! Centennial State Ballet presents performances of The Nutcracker on Saturday, Dec. 18 and Sunday, Dec. 19 in the Niwot High School Auditorium. Learn more about the event and purchase tickets here.
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