Longmont Startup Week - Creativity, Collaboration, and Networking
On July 26-30, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. each day, Longmont Startup Week will hold a total of thirty-five virtual events wherein individuals can participate in various learning and networking opportunities. In-person gatherings to view sessions and network will also be available during the week at Longmont Economic Development Partnership and the Times Collaborative coworking space.
In addition to day-time virtual events, Longmont Startup Week will host end-of-day, in-person social events throughout the week — a kickoff party on Monday, happy hours Tuesday-Thursday and a closing party on Friday.
“We are a collaborative annual gathering, a coming together of local entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs, investors, local talent and startups to leverage our unique human, social and physical assets.”
To view the events schedule and register for free click here.
July 22
HOPE Summer Sundown Series: Performance by The Well Intentioned Band
On Thursday, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Dickens 300 Prime, there will be a performance by The Well Intentioned Band.
July 23
Glass Fusing Workshop | Downtown Longmont, CO
On Friday, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Crackpots Pottery Studio, there will be a glass fusing workshop. Try your hand at Glass Fusing at Crackpots! We'll walk you through all the materials and tools you need to create a a beautiful glass fused masterpiece. Your project will be fired and ready one week after you create. Walk-ins welcome, or register for one of our morning sessions.
Groove Holiday at Bootstrap Brewing!
On Friday, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Bootstrap Brewing, Groove Holiday will perform. Groove Holiday is a Longmont based band that explores improvisation through instrumental free flowing jazz and funk. This band plays a mix of original and covers from groups like The Greyboy Allstars, Stanton Moore, Joshua Redman, and more. The chemistry of this groove heavy ensemble will make you stick around and to hear more!
Poetry Night at the Firehouse Art Center | Downtown Longmont, CO
Join the Firehouse Art Center Writers at the Firehouse for our Monthly Last Friday Poetry Night from 7 to 9 p.m. Poetry is an opportunity, it gives us the chance to celebrate and commemorate all the wonderful moments in our lives from the simplest smiles to the most momentous victories. It also enables us to cope in challenging times. With poetry, we can address our problems, come to terms with them, and work to grow past them. It has the potential to move across the spectrum of human experience in a cathartic and often beautiful way. Please only read original work. This event is free but the Firehouse Art Center, as a 501c3 non-profit organization, always appreciates donations.
July 24
Summer on the Streets | Downtown Longmont, CO
May's large Art Festival, ArtWalk Longmont, is being modified into smaller, weekend mini art festivals. Even through the pandemic, the Firehouse Art Center wants to support art, music and the local economy! ArtWalk Summer on the Streets is spread out over 8 weeks, allowing us to safely limit the amount of people gathered at once, while still offering an opportunity for artists to share their art and music.
On Saturday, from 4 to 8 p.m., there will be three stages filled with music and each stage will be surrounded by a mini artisan market. The three stages will be set up at 300 East Breezeway, 400 West Breezeway and 500 East Breezeway on Main Street in Longmont.
GrossenBart 6th Anniversary Show
On Saturday, join us at Großen Bart Brewery to celebrate the 6th anniversary of this Longmont staple! Music all afternoon, the shiny-dark Idlewhile sounds starting at 8:00 p.m., and top-shelf food by Bayou Mountain Food Truck - don't miss this!
Safe Storage Giveaway - Hosted by UCC Longmont
On Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., United Church of Christ Longmont will be giving away pin-code safes and gun cable-locks in the parking lot of the Safety and Justice Center for FREE while supplies last. A safely stored firearm saves lives. It is our goal to help make our community a safer place and prevent accidents and impulsive use of firearms. This event is being held in partnership with the Longmont Public Safety, Longmont Community Foundation, and Out Boulder County.
July 26
Many of your favorite camps are returning this summer at the Longmont Museum, starting Monday, July 26, 2021. With options outdoors, indoors, and even virtually, we have a camp for every kid. Join us and discover history, art, music, science and technology, pop culture, and more. Learn more about each camp at www.longmontmuseum.org or call 303-651-8374.
Summer Camp: Hogwarts Preparatory Academy: Semi-Private Lessons
From Monday, July 26 to Friday, July 30, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., children ages 7 to 11 can participate in Hogwarts Preparatory Academy: Semi-Private Lessons at the Longmont Museum. The same camp also runs from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Do you want more wizarding experience? Join us for in-person, outdoors magical fun in this camp, led by Hogwarts Prep! There will be lots of one-on-one attention from experienced teachers of the magical arts, potions, spells, and plenty of opportunities to perfect your wandwork!
Summer Camp: Retro Arts & Crafts
From Monday, July 26 to Friday, July 30, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., children ages 8 to 12 can participate in Retro Arts & Crafts Camp at the Longmont Museum. Alright moms and dads, do you remember what summer camp used to look like for us? Give your kiddos a taste of the good ole days as we make friendship bracelets, lanyards, candles, plaster casts, tie-dye, and more!
Summer Camp: Strum & Hum with Bonnie & Taylor Sims
From Monday, July 26 to Friday, July 30, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., children ages 7 to 14 can participate in Strum & Hum with Bonnie & Taylor Sims Camp at the Longmont Museum. Explore your voice and creativity and express yourself through music! We will learn basic ukulele and vocal skills to facilitate our own songwriting as well as fan-favorites. We will perform on the final day as a group for family and friends. All levels welcome; ukulele provided.
Author Talk: Paula Stone Williams | Downtown Longmont, CO
Paula Stone Williams will discuss her new book: "As A Woman, What I Learned About Power, Sex, and the Patriarchy After I Transitioned" during this in-person Authors We Love event from 7 to 8 p.m. on Monday, July 26, in the Council Chambers located inside the Longmont Civic Center, 350 Kimbark St.
Paula will be available after the talk to sign her new book, copies of which can be purchased at Barbed Wire Books in Longmont.
Register on Eventbrite to save your seat: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/author-talk-with-paula-stone-williams-registration-160048147317
Longmont Startup Week - Kickoff Party at Wibby Brewing
Join us for an in-person get-together from 4 to 7 p.m. at Wibby Brewing for music, beer, food, networking, and an all-around good time! Food and drink will be available for purchase, and check out live music on the pavilion stage while you network and socialize!
July 27
Longmont Startup Week - Happy Hour at The Roost
On Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m., Longmont Startup Week will host a happy hour at The Roost. Attend LSW happy hours for your chance to win giveaway prizes, access exclusive drink specials, network with other LSW participants, and enjoy Longmont’s craft culture!
July 28
Longmont Startup Week - Happy Hour at Quarters Bar & Arcade
On Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m., Longmont Startup Week will host a happy hour at Quarters Bar & Arcade. Attend LSW happy hours for your chance to win giveaway prizes, access exclusive drink specials, network with other LSW participants, and enjoy Longmont’s craft culture!
July 29
Longmont Startup Week - Happy Hour at Longtucky Spirit
On Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m., Longmont Startup Week will host a happy hour at Longtucky Spirits. Attend LSW happy hours for your chance to win giveaway prizes, access exclusive drink specials, network with other LSW participants, and enjoy Longmont’s craft culture!
Password:Comedy | Downtown Longmont, CO
On Thursday, from 8 to 10 p.m. at The Speakeasy at 301 Main Street, join us as Longmont's longest running stand-up comedy show celebrates Pride. Rosalie Jaymes-Taylor, Vince Smith and Piper Shepherd will perform.
