Enjoy the big summer concert virtually
In lieu of the outdoor Downtown Summer Concerts at Fourth Avenue and Kimbark Street, the Longmont Downtown Development Authority, the Longmont Museum, and Longmont Public Media are teaming up to live-broadcast the internationally acclaimed Face Vocal Band from the Museum’s Stewart Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 28. View the concert for free on the Museum’s or LDDA’s Facebook pages, at LongmontPublicMedia.org, or on local Comcast channel 8/880. Through Aug. 24, enter to win a private, in-person viewing of the concert or a share of a $1,000 prize package just by shopping at Downtown Longmont businesses. Find details at DowntownLongmont.com.
Hazardous waste drop-off canceled
The 2020 chemical drop-off day scheduled for Sept. 12 has been canceled. Longmont residents can visit PaintCare.org for locations to dispose of paint. Residents also can take items at no charge to the Boulder County Hazardous Materials Management Facility, 1901 63rd St. in Boulder. Schedule your appointment at BoCo.org/HMMFappointment. Businesses can schedule appointments at BoCo.org/HMMFbizappt. Businesses also can take items for a fee to Veolia; visit HHWDisposal.com/colorado. For more information about disposing of various types of waste, visit LongmontColorado.gov/WasteServices or call 303-651-8416.
Boulder County statement on recent USPS reported policy and service changes
Boulder County Clerk and Recorder Molly Fitzpatrick released a statement on Aug. 18 on recent U.S. Postal Service reported policy and service changes. She says it is the mission of the Boulder County Clerk and Recorder’s Office to ensure that our elections are conducted with the guiding values of accessibility, security, efficiency, and integrity. Read the full statement.
Love where you live? Make it even better. Find out how during the library’s Volunteer Fair
The library’s fourth annual Volunteer Fair aims to connect some of those “thoughtful, committed citizens” with local organizations who need their help from now through Aug. 31. This year’s Volunteer Fair has moved online but will still have dozens of participating nonprofits and volunteer groups from around the community available to share information about their work and answer questions. No registration is necessary; just visit the library’s website during the fair, peruse the list of participating, linked organizations, and discover how you can become a world-changer, too.
Protect yourself from West Nile virus
Mosquitos carrying West Nile virus have been found in Longmont. The mosquito-borne West Nile virus can cause serious illness, even death. Protect yourself by using DEET or an alternative, dressing in long sleeves and long pants, staying inside from dusk to dawn, and draining standing water. Longmont contracts for citywide monitoring, and spraying is used when mosquitoes that carry West Nile exceed thresholds. To stay informed and to add your name to the notification or shutoff lists, visit LongmontColorado.gov/WestNile.
Save on your business utility bill
To save money, you first have to understand where you’re spending it. Help your organization master that first step with “How to Read My Utility Bills,” a free virtual workshop for Longmont businesses at 8 a.m. Sept. 3. The event will help you navigate rate structures, seasonal changes, types of service and more for your Xcel Energy natural gas bill and your city of Longmont utilities (electric, water, wastewater, NextLight), and will include money-saving tips and efficiency options. To learn more and register, email [email protected] or call 303-651-8416.
Library introduces Princeton Review’s Tutor.com service
Just in time for students and educators to head back to the online learning environment, the Longmont Public Library has announced the availability of a premier learning tool from the Princeton Review company. Tutor.com is a live, on-demand service providing tutoring, homework help, test preparation and writing assistance for students ranging from kindergarten through adult, as well as adult education and career development support services. It is completely free to library cardholders.
