Morning Brief: Left Hand Brewing Foundation's 8th Annual Leftapalooza on August 11

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Leftapalooza (Photo from Left Hand Brewing Foundation Facebook)

Left Hand Brewing Foundation is hosting their 8th Annual Leftapalooza event on Saturday, August 2. Event proceeds benefit The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and the Left Hand Brewing Foundation.

The event will be open from noon to 10 p.m. and is located at Roosevelt Park, 700 Longs Peak Ave. Tickets can be purchased by following this link. Street parking is free around the park.

"Leftapalooza & The Mile High Tribute Band Competition returns for the 8th year, showcasing Colorado’s best tribute bands battling for top honors, and a huge prize package," according to a Facebook post.

The band line up for the event includes:

12 p.m. Guerilla Radio
1:05 p.m. Sonic Highway
2:10 p.m. Hey Lady
3:15 p.m. Mr. Knowitall
4:20 p.m. Firedancer
5:25 p.m. 4 Degrees
6:30 p.m. Vanwholen
8 p.m. Loving the Alien

For more information visit the Leftapalooza website.

DRCOG accepting Citizens' Academy applications

The following is a press release from Boulder County and is published by the Longmont Observer as a public service.

Applications for DRCOG’s fall 2018 Citizens’ Academy are now open. Earlier this year, DRCOG assumed control and management of the Citizens’ Academy, formerly a program of Transit Alliance. Through the nationally recognized academy, participants learn from local experts and leaders, network with other residents and act on what they’ve learned. Since 2007, more than 800 residents from around the region have completed the academy.

Over the past decade, the Citizens’ Academy has inspired dozens of participants to pursue public service in the Denver region. Numerous academy alumni have gone on to serve as elected officials, and hundreds of participants have been appointed to positions in public agencies or nonprofit organizations that shape Colorado’s future.

The majority of academy applicants discover the program through personal referrals – that’s where you come in. DRCOG counts on you to let individuals in your networks and organizations know about this opportunity.

Ideal candidates for the academy include those who may be interested in increasing their knowledge of regional issues and enhancing their leadership capacity. DRCOG is now accepting applications for the fall 2018 session. The application period will close on Sept. 5. The seven-week academy begins Sept. 27. If you have any questions about the Citizens’ Academy, please contact me. Brad Calvert Director, Regional Planning and Development [email protected] 303-480-6839.

In the Trenches Preview: A Parenting Musical

Today, August 2, is the presentation of In the Trenches Preview: A Parenting Musical event, co-hosted by the Longmont Observer and Family Village. The event is located at Family Village, 350 Terry St. #100 from 6-8 p.m.

In the Trenches is a popular new musical (in process!) written by Graham and Kristina Fuller, Longmont locals. The couple explores the unique joys, hilarity, and craziness involved with parenting young children.

The show will begin at 6:30 p.m. Guests are invited to a small afterparty following the performance.

Don’t miss an opportunity to enjoy some child-free time. Family Village is offering child care during the event. To learn more about Family Village visit their website by clicking here.

Space is limited and ticket sales end today. Purchase your tickets here.