April 4
Art & Sip: Macramé Feathers & Leaves
4 and 6 p.m.
Longmont Museum, 400 Quail Rd.
Learn basic knots that you can use to create feathers or leaves from cotton cord. Mix and match colors; make them large or small. These feathers and leaves are perfect for adding the finishing touch to any macramé project or your home décor. Use them as a keychain, zipper-pull or personal flare! By popular demand, we have added 4 pm classes in addition to our 6:30 pm classes weekly.
Thursday Nights @ the Museum:Slim Cessna's Auto Club: Live in Concert
7 p.m.
Longmont Musuem, 400 Quail Road
$18 adults, $15 students/seniors, $12 members
Gothic Rockabilly meets Country Gospel, Slim Cessna's Auto Club churns out tunes you might expect to hear at the church of punk rock. Considered by many the originators of the “Denver Sound," there’s quite simply, nothing else like them. Cowboy hats, horned rimmed glasses, and mesmerizing lyrics will mark a night of absolute artistic expression. Presented in conjunction with the Museum’s "Picturing the West: Masterworks of American Landscape Photography" exhibition.
April 8
Mythical Creatures Club
4-5 p.m.
Location: Library 409 Fourth Ave.
- For 1st - 2nd graders / Para estudiantes de 1.º a 2.º grado
- Library Meeting Rooms / Salas de reuniones
- This program is presented in English / Este programa será presentado solo en inglés
Join us every 2nd Monday of the month for our Mythical Creatures Club! We’ll learn about Bigfoot, mermaids, and many other legendary creatures through fun crafts and activities.
¡Únete a nosotros cada segundo lunes del mes de septiembre a diciembre para nuestro Club de Criaturas Míticas! Aprenderemos sobre el Yeti, las sirenas y muchas otras criaturas legendarias a través de manualidades y actividades divertidas.
Attend the Club
Registration is required to attend the Mythical Creatures Club and is limited to 15 children. Starting Tuesday, March 12, click the button below to register your child(ren). Make sure to fill out the form for EACH CHILD who is attending.
Se requiere inscripción para asistir al Club de Criaturas Míticas y está limitado a 20 niños. A partir del martes 12 de marzo, haz clic en el botón a continuación para inscribir a tu(s) hijo(s). Asegúrate de completar el formulario para CADA NIÑO que asistirá.
Register for the April Mythical Creatures Club
April 10
Catch That Plane! A Teen's Listening Workshop - REGISTER
- Date: 04/10/2024 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Location: Library
409 Fourth Ave. - Teen Space
- For 6th-12th graders
Join us for a special student-led program in our teen space! A workshop inspired by the H.E.A.R. Cycle Workbook, “Catch That Plane!” Is a workshop where you will learn how to listen without having to listen to a boring lecture. This workshop is fun and creative, making the learning interactive and anything from boring. Come join us and build paper airplanes as we learn about listening using the H.E.A.R. Cycle. Snacks will be provided. This workshop is presented by a student as part of a Silver Creek High School Leadership Capstone project.
¡Únase a nosotros para un programa especial dirigido por estudiantes en nuestro espacio para adolescentes! Un taller inspirado en el H.E.A.R. Cuaderno de ejercicios, “¡Coge ese avión!” Es un taller donde aprenderás a escuchar sin tener que escuchar una conferencia aburrida. Este taller es divertido y creativo, lo que hace que el aprendizaje sea interactivo y nada aburrido. Únase a nosotros y construya aviones de papel mientras aprendemos a escuchar usando el Ciclo de H.E.A.R. Se proporcionarán meriendas. Este taller es presentado por un estudiante como parte de un proyecto final de liderazgo de Silver Creek High School.
Registration is required to participate and is limited to 20 teens.
April 11
Boulder County TRANSformative Stories performances
7-9 p.m.
Longmont Museum, 400 Quail Rd.
FREE Performance at the Longmont Museum: Thursday, April 11, 2024, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Monologists include Colorado leaders: Raye Watson (they/them), Ruby Lopez (she/her) and Dr. Morgan Henry Seamont (he/him). Co-presented by the Longmont Multicultural Action Committee.
Art & Sip: Acrylic Mountain Landscape
4 pm & 6:30 pm; $40
Longmont Museum, 400 Quail Rd
We look to mountains for inspiration, and in this class you will learn techniques to paint a mountain landscape in acrylic on canvas. By popular demand, we have added 4 pm classes in addition to our 6:30 pm classes weekly.
April 12
Under the Big Top Casino Night
6-11 p.m.
Aims Welcome Center Ballroom, 4901 West 20th St. Greeley
This year, Life Stories is hosting a Vintage Circus themed Casino Night – Under the Big Top: Casino Night presented by Roche Constructors. Enjoy an evening of food, drink and fun, while raising money to give a voice to abused children in Weld County. The gala, held at the Aims Ballroom, includes dinner, drinks, live music and casino tables as well as live and silent auctions and other chances to win great prizes!
Tickets will include dinner, drinks, live music and casino games along with silent and live auctions and other chances to win great prizes! We hope you’ll join us for an elegant evening of fun all while raising much needed funds to help Life Stories give a voice to abused children in Weld County.
Adults Only Please.
Friday Afternoon Concert: James Hoskins & Victor Mestas: Compositions for Cello & Piano
2:30 pm; $12 adults, $10 students/seniors, $8 members
Longmont Museum, 400 Quail Rd.
Cellist James Hoskins and pianist Victor Mestas have been improvising together for many years. Over time they have developed a deep, intuitive connection with blended roots in classical, Brazilian, jazz and Eastern European music. Join us as they bring it all together in a concert of both improvised and pre-composed pieces for a sublime listener experience!
April 14
Making Democracy Work in an Age of Misinformation
3-4:30 p.m.
Longmont Museum, 400 Quail Rd.
The League of Women Voters of Boulder County (LWVBC) is hosting a presentation on Making Democracy Work in an Age of Misinformation with keynote speaker Dr. Ian Shapiro. Dr. Shapiro will highlight the spread of political lies, why people fall for misinformation, and how to defend democracy in this highly contested election year.
Ian Shapiro specializes in American political attitudes and behavior. His work focuses on susceptibility and belief in political misinformation, how racial attitudes shape these beliefs, and broader beliefs towards democracy.
Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at lwvbc.org>events.
April 15
Pika's Sweets / Dulces de Pika - REGISTER
- Date: 04/15/2024 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Location: Library
409 Fourth Ave.
About the Program
- For 1st - 5th grades / Para estudiantes de 1.º a 5.º grado
- Library Meeting Rooms / Salas de reuniones
- This program is presented in English / Este programa será presentado solo en inglés
Do you love to decorate and eat sweet treats? Are you in 1st through 5th grade? Join us once a month to create delicious confections like cake pops and no-bake desserts!
Registration is required to attend Pika's Sweets and is limited to 20 children. Registration will open at 9 am on Tuesday, March 19. Click the button below to register your child(ren). Make sure to fill out the form for EACH CHILD who is attending.
Se requiere inscripción para asistir a Dulces de Pika y está limitado a 20 niños. La inscripción se abrirá a las 9 am del martes 19 de marzo. Haz clic en el botón de abajo para inscribir a tu(s) hijo(s). Asegúrate de completar el formulario para CADA NIÑO que asistirá.
NOTE: This will be the last Pika's Sweets. Make sure to check out our Kids Club (1st-2nd grades) and Tween Club (3rd-5th grades) this summer for more fun, crafts, games and more!
Register for the April Pika's Sweets program
April 20
LONGMONT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Vance Brand Civic Auditorium
7pm
BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125
Don't miss this magnificent evening! Tickets are selling fast! Click to buy now, or call LSO office at 303-772-5796
April 24
Verses in Harmony: Exploring Cultural Narratives with ZBassSpeaks - REGISTER
6:30 p.m.
Longmont Library, 409 Kimbark St.
About the Poetry Reading
Library Meeting Rooms / Salas de reuniones
FREE to attend; registration required / Es necesario registrarse
Join Lafayette's first poet laureate ZBassSpeaks for a culturally infused poetry reading.
Registration REQUIRED
Registration is required and is limited to 80 attendees. Registration will open on Friday, March 1. You can also register via phone by calling the Reference Desk at 303-651-8472.
Register for the poetry reading
April 26
A Woman's Work: 21st Anniversary Luncheon
10:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Brookside Gardens, 619 E. Co Rd. 8 Berthoud
Doors Open at 10:30 for check-in, silent auction browsing, and other fun. Program & Lunch begins at noon. Event concludes at 1:15 PM
Corporate Sponsor Table for 10 – $1,500
Friendship Table for 10 – $500
Individual Ticket – $50
Good Life Refuge Announces Barnyard Soirée Fundraising Gala
6-9 p.m.
D-Barn, 136 S. Main St.
Barnyard Soirée promises an unforgettable evening of elegance, entertainment, and philanthropy. Held at the D-Barn Reception Hall, guests will indulge in a 3-course dining experience featuring delectable plant-based cuisine crafted by Savory Cuisines Catering. VIP ticket holders will also be treated to hors d'oeuvre by Escoffier School of Culinary Arts.
Attendees will enjoy live music by local folk rock band, Starlight and Pine, a mind-bending performance by America’s Got Talent duo, Anthem & Aria, and heartwarming stories of resilience from the animals at the Good Life Refuge. There will also be a silent auction including items and experiences generously donated by local businesses and supporters.
The gala aims to raise vital funds to support the sanctuary’s mission of providing a safe haven for abused, neglected, and at-risk farm animals.
May 2
EforAll Colorado Bilingual Showcase & Celebration
6:00 PM MST
Saint Vrain Valley School District's Innovation Center, 33 Quail Road, Longmont, CO
RSVP and More Information: [Link to Event Registration Page]
Our Bilingual Showcase & Celebration is not just an event; it's a showcase of the incredible talent and determination that defines our entrepreneurs. Attendees will hear from a cohort of innovators who have successfully completed our program, spanning a wide range of industries. From wellness and photography to culinary arts and tech, the businesses represented are as diverse as the community we serve.
Erin Fosdick, President & CEO of the Longmont Economic Development Partnership, will be delivering the keynote address, offering her unique perspectives on entrepreneurship and community development. This evening is set to be a memorable one, with close to $10,000 in seed grants to be awarded, marking a significant step forward for these budding entrepreneurs.
May 4
Tractor Time with Tim Comes
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
21st Century Equipment, 4322 CO-66 Longmont, CO 80504
Calling all tractor enthusiasts! 21st Century Equipment is happy to announce a special event featuring YouTuber Tractor Time with Tim. Taking place on Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, this event promises a day filled with tractor exploration, expert insights, and exclusive offers.
Tractor Time with Tim, known for his popular YouTube channel dedicated to all things tractors, will be sharing his expertise on maintenance, operations, and agricultural innovations. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to learn from Tim firsthand and gain valuable knowledge to enhance their tractor ownership experience.
Attendees will receive a $1000 Off Coupon eligible on a NEW John Deere Compact Tractor purchase. This coupon is redeemable upon arrival at the event venue through June 4th, 2024. The coupon entitles the bearer to a discount of $1000 off the purchase price of a new John Deere compact tractor. Some restrictions apply, see dealer for details.
Guests can also look forward to engaging in interactive stations including a Mini Excavator putting game, auto-connect, Kubota vs. John Deere, grapple, tiller demos, integrated solutions, and a compact track loader demo. Additionally, Lunch will be served by the local FFA.
May 8
Kids Programs: Teen Craft & Create Club
3-5 p.m.
Longmont Musueum, 400 Quail Road
ages 14 - 18; free, suggested donation $2.50
Teen Craft & Create is a free, weekly drop-in program dedicated to teenagers who want to explore their creative selves! Join us each week to explore a variety of activities such as bullet journaling, collage, string pull painting, and free-choice makerspace time. We play music that they want to hear, offer snacks, share resources and events in the community, and just chat about what is going on in their lives in a safe, creative space. No registration needed.
May 18
2024 Longs Peak Chorus Spring Show "Our Fondest Dreams"
2 and 7 p.m.
Stewart Auditorium, 400 Quail Rd.
We are excited announce our upcoming Spring Show, and boy do we have a fantastic show lineup planned for you! In addition to the fabulous harmonies from the chorus, we'll have two featured quartets and also a guest appearance from Colorado's newest BHS Chorus!
Sunday Night Social : RMD 2023 Quartet Champions
Five Minutes More: SAI/BHS Quartet - 6th in the RMD 2023 Fall Contest
Harmony Road: Colorado's Newest BHS Chorus
Sounds Appealing: 2022 RMD Senior Quartet Champions
...and Additional Quartets from the Longs Peak Chorus!
