July 27
Summer Concert Series
Thursday nights June 15 - July 27, 7 - 8:30 pm; free
Stretch out and enjoy some tunes, from up-and-coming local bands to established regional and national musicians, in the Museum’s courtyard.
Seating begins at 6:30 pm
Lawn chairs and blankets welcome.
Alcohol and concessions available for sale (only alcohol purchased on site is allowed). Come early and explore our new exhibit, "agriCULTURE: Art Inspired by the Land"! Galleries are open from 5 - 9 pm on Thursday nights.
Gingerbomb, July 27
Redheads are often considered a rare commodity. However, against all odds, a group of seasoned ginger musicians miraculously united to form the world’s first all-ginger supergroup—Gingerbomb. Together, they craft a sound based in rock, country and folk.
July 28
Mental Wellness Activities and Resources for Youth with Mental Health Partners
- Date: 07/28/2023 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
- Location: Library
409 Fourth Ave. - For all ages from K-12
- No registration required
Join Community Health Workers from Mental Health Partners for simple wellness activities in our main area in Children and Teen Services. They will visit us every 4th Friday to share resources on mental health for youth and share tips for mental wellness.
July 29
Genealogy Basics with the Longmont Genealogical Society
- Date: 07/29/2023 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Location: Library
409 Fourth Ave. - Drop in anytime between 10 am-noon
- Last Saturday of each month
- Unquiet Study Area (second floor)
Volunteers from the Longmont Genealogical Society offer their time, knowledge, and assistance to the public one Saturday each month. Participants are guided on how to search for their ancestors and use the various resources available both in and out of the library.
Wherever you are in your search, these volunteers can help! Gather any information you have -- name(s), a date of birth or death, a place, etc. and see what you can discover.
De colores / Colors @ Lanyon Park
- Date: 07/29/2023 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
- Location: Lanyon Neighborhood Park
1900 Collyer St. - Bilingual family program
- Meet us at Lanyon Neighborhood Park
Read and dance to different rhythms around the world and have fun at the park! Families are welcome to talk to Lili about the free resources available at the Longmont Library at the end of each program.
Sobre el programa
- Programa familiar bilingüe
- Encuéntranos en Lanyon Neighborhood Park (Collyer & 19th Street)
¡Lee y baila diferentes ritmos de todo el mundo y diviértete en el parque! Las familias pueden hablar con Lili sobre los recursos gratuitos disponibles en la biblioteca de Longmont al final de cada programa.
July 30
Outdoor Concert: An Evening with the Longmont All-Star Jazz Band
- Date: 07/30/2023 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Location: Library
409 Fourth Ave.
Join us for a night of great jazz on the Library's West patio. The Longmont All-Star Jazz Band is made up of some of the local high schools' best players.
The 17-player band is directed by longtime teacher Bill Wilkinson, who started the band in 2001. The group has played at Dazzle Night Club in Denver, performed with the Lawrence Welk Band in Missouri and at the Olympic Torch ceremony in 2002!
Registration is NOT required, and there will be limited seating provided by the Library on the patio. Please bring lawn chairs if you are able.
July 31
VR Silver: Virtual Reality for Older Adults with Tech Pals
- Date: 07/31/2023 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM
- Location: Library
- For seniors 55 years and older
- Library Meeting Rooms (please enter the Meeting Rooms through the West Patio)
- No registration required; free
Tech Pals brings virtual reality to the Library! Seniors 55 years and older can participate in virtual reality simulations (including traveling to the 7 Wonders of the World, VR fishing, scuba diving, mini golf and more) while also experiencing benefits like coginitive simulation, pain management, stress reduction and more. Read more about Tech Pals' VR Silver program on their website
Additionally, we will bring a TV screen to enhance the experience and allow others to see what the participants are viewing.
Research Surveys
To ensure the success of Tech Pals' research, participants will be required to complete two short surveys. The initial survey, a 5-minute, 10-question questionnaire, will be administered prior to the VR experience, followed by a similar survey after the session. These surveys will provide Tech Pals with valuable insights into the impact of virtual reality on the well-being and quality of life of older adults.
August 5
Magic Wand Workshop - REGISTER
- Date: 08/05/2023 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Location: Library
409 Fourth Ave. - Best for children ages 3-7 years old
- Library Meeting Rooms
- Registration required
Children ages 3-7 years old, along with their parents or caregivers, are invited to join us to create their own magic wand to take home! We will practice imagination games to help with bedtime (or any!) transition. Parents and caregivers will learn how to implement these games for peaceful and connecting transitions.
Susanne Benton, NCTMB, will lead this program. Susanne combines her experience as a preschool teacher with her expertise as a nationally board certified massage therapist into a resource for parents. She offers creative mindfulness techniques and stories to help parents connect with their kids and relax into successful bedtimes. Participants will receive a free copy of Susanne's book, Mind, Body, Bedtime: Peaceful Games to Make Kids Sleepy.
Registration required.
Register for Event
Registration is required to attend this event and will open on Saturday, July 15. Limited to 30 children. Click the button below to register your child(ren).
Register for the Magic Wand Workshop
Chuckwagon Breakfast
6:30-9:30 a.m.
Fourth Avenue and Kimbark St.
Longmont Twin Peaks Rotary is back for its annual Chuckwagon Breakfast to welcome the Boulder County Fair Parade. Saturday, August 5th from 6:30am-9:30am we'll be serving pancakes, sausage, eggs, coffee, and milk to raise funds for our local SVVSD graduating seniors. The event takes place at 4th and Kimbark.
This is our largest fundraiser of the year and requires over 30 Rotarians to make it successful. We laugh and dance together while we flip pancakes and stir eggs. Many Rotarians have participated for over 25 years, and even a youngster joins us on the pancake line - a Rotarian in training!
Costs are $10 for Adults and $5 for Kids under 12. Please bring cash morning of, or pre-purchase tickets at www.twinpeaksrotary.org
August 8
Tech Class: Internet Basics: Surfing the Web Safely and Securely
- Date: 08/08/2023 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
- Location: Library
409 Fourth Ave. - New course held every 2nd and 4th Tuesday
- Upstairs in the Computer Lab
- No registration required
In this session, we will cover the basic fundamentals of internet security, how to establish secure passwords and password storage advice. We will also examine anti-spam and anti-phishing security measures and how to avoid viruses, spyware, and emails that are dangerous. Lastly, we look at secure payment solutions for buying and conducting business online.
Future Classes
Aug. 22: Writing Effective Resumes and Cover Letters in Word
August 10
Adults Creative Night: Book Beads & Earrings - REGISTER
- Date: 08/10/2023 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Location: Library
409 Fourth Ave.
Transform unwanted books into wearable art! Learn how to make book beads into your next fashion bling, and create your very own mini book earrings. This program is offered in English and Spanish. Experience level - Beginner
Registration REQUIRED
Registration is required to attend this event and space will be limited to 20 attendees. Click the button below to save your seat! Can't make it on Aug. 10? Save your seat for the Aug. 24 edition!
August 31
Pickle-Palooza
4-9 p.m.
The Hidden Pickle, 20 S. Bowen St.
Pickle-Palooza is an inaugural pickleball party to support A Woman’s Work.Play at various courts around town - 5-7 PM Locations to be communicated at check-in Post-Play Fun – 7-9 PM @ The Hidden Pickle Food, Drinks, Silent Auction, and Other Activities Two Divisions to Maximize Your Fun-
Gherkin - Here for the Fun! Beginner to Intermediate Division - for players with a rating up through 3.5.
Dill - Here for the Glory! Intermediate to Advanced Division - for players with a rating 4.0 and higher.
$60/person Please note that each person registers as an individual (no teams)
