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November 2
Thursday Nights @ the Museum: Noche de Museo: Celebrating Day of the Dead
Thursday, Nov. 2, 7 pm;
$18 general admission, $15 students/seniors, $12 Museum members
Featuring Grupo Huitzilopochtli Danza Azteca, Las Dahlias and Los Mocochetes.
Join us for an evening of live performance in our Stewart Auditorium in celebration of Día de Muertos that will span the ages, from ancient Aztecan dance to contemporary Chicano Funk. An annual community celebration of a centuries’ old Mexican tradition that has quickly become part of the cultural fabric of Longmont! Co-presented with the Longmont Multicultural Action Committee.
Come early to explore our free exhibition of Dia de Muertos ofrendas (altars) built by community members and the work of local artist Pattie Moreno with Thursday evening hours from 5 - 9 pm.
November 4
At the River screening
1 p.m.
Longmont Museum and Cultural Center
CENTRALongmont Presbyterian Church, in conjunction with Longmont Museum, will host a screening of the award-winning film At The River, a feature-length documentary about a handful of young Presbyterian pastors in the deep South in the 1950s and 60s who stood against racism and segregation—and the price they and their congregations paid for doing so.
There will be Q & A and a panel discussion following the screening featuring Carolyn Crowder herself, her associate producer Rod Murphy, Jr., and Dr. Les Purce, President for 15 years of Evergreen State College and the first African American elected to public office in the State of Idaho.
The film will be shown in Stewart Auditorium at Longmont Museum, Saturday, November 4, 2023. Doors open at 1:00 p.m. and the film will begin at 1:30 p.m. Admission is free but reservations are required.
November 5
Music for Maui: Student Showcase Fundraiser
12-4 p.m.
The Dicken’s Opera House, Third Avenue and Main Street
All donations will go directly to the people of Maui. Hosted by Mojo’s Music Academy
The Good Life: Selected Shorts from the Indigenous Film & Arts Festival
Sunday, Nov. 5, 2 pm; $5 general admission, free for members
The Museum is pleased to present an afternoon of documentaries and short films as selected for inclusion in this year’s Indigenous Film & Arts Festival on the theme of "the good life." To be followed by audience Q&A moderated by Mervyn Tano, president of the International Institute for Indigenous Resource Management.
November 8
"Who's a Good Dog?": Author Talk with Bioethicist Dr. Jessica Pierce - REGISTER
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Date: 11/08/2023 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Location: Library
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Library Meeting Rooms
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Registration required
"Who’s a Good Dog?" is an invitation to nurture more thoughtful and balanced relationships with our canine companions. By deepening our curiosity about what our dogs are experiencing, and by working together with them in a spirit of collaboration, we can become more effective and compassionate caregivers.
Attend the Author Talk
Registration is required to attend the workshop and is limited to 100 attendees. Registration opens on Tuesday, Sept. 5. Click the button below to register.
About the Author
Jessica Pierce is a bioethicist whose work focuses on human-animal relationships and interconnections between ecosystems and health. She is faculty affiliate with the Center for Bioethics and Humanities, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Read more about the author
November 9
Hand-Sewn Artistic Mending
Thursday, Nov. 9, 6:30 pm; $40
Grab a drink and get creative with these Thursday Night classes for adults. Beer, wine, and snacks will be available for purchase at the Atrium Bar. Learn how to use this hand-stitching technique to enhance your worn clothing with artistry and personality and give it a whole new life!
Thursday Nights @ the Museum: Panel Talk: Fertile Grounds, Artists & Farmers in Conversation
Thursday, Nov. 9, 7 pm;
free, reservations recommended
Featuring artists Libby Barbee & Patrick Marold and farmers Keith Bateman of Bateman Farms & Alice Maritz Starek of The Golden Hoof. Join us for a conversation with artists and farmers featured in our “agriCULTURE” exhibition as they recount what they learned from working together and the surprising connections between farming and the creation of art.
November 10
Book Launch Party with Storytime and Craft - REGISTER
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Date: 11/10/2023 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Location: Library
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Library Meeting Rooms
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Open to everyone; best for kids in preschool and older with their grown-ups
Join the Library and local bookstore The Wandering Jellyfish to celebrate the release of Ellen Mayer and Brizida Magro's new picture book, Gift & Box! Enjoy a reading of the new book followed by a thank you postcard writing activity. Afterward, the book will be available to buy and Ellen & Brizida will sign books. Attendees will have the opportunity to take pictures with fun cardboard gift-themed creations, as well!
Please note this event will be held at the Longmont Public Library's Meeting Rooms with books available to purchase on-site through The Wandering Jellyfish Bookshop. Registration is required.
Register Your Family through Wandering Jellyfish Bookshop's website
November 12
Mojomama and friends Music 4 Maui fundraiser being held at Roots music project in Boulder Sunday November 12 Mojomama and Friends presents “Music 4 Maui”
November 13
Mythical Creatures Club - REGISTER
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Date: 11/13/2023 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Location: Library
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For 1st - 2nd grades
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Longmont Library Meeting Rooms
Join us every 2nd Monday of the month from September through December for our Mythical Creatures Club! We’ll learn about Bigfoot, mermaids, and many other legendary creatures through fun crafts and activities.
Attend the Club
Registration is required to attend the Mythical Creatures Club and is limited to 20 children. Starting Tuesday, Oct. 10, click the button below to register your child(ren). Make sure to fill out the form for EACH CHILD who is attending.
Register for the November Mythical Creatures Club
November 14
Ruby Bridges Day Equity Walk - REGISTER
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Date: 11/14/2023 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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Location: Library
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Library Meeting Rooms
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For all ages and their families
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Registration required
Join Boulder County’s Mobility for All team and the Longmont Public Library for an in-person event to observe Ruby Bridges Day, a historic safe routes to school civil rights event that now signifies goals of anti-racism and anti-bullying. Snacks, water, and creative activities will be provided. Please wear comfortable attire to walk or roll in.
Please let Mobility for All know if you need accommodations to participate in our interactive walk and discussion at [email protected] or 720-564-2218.
Attend the Walk
Registration is required to participate in the walk and is limited to 100 attendees. Please click the button below to register your family.
Register Your Family for the Equity Walk
November 16
Climate Change: What's Known, What's New, and What We Can Do - REGISTER
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Date: 11/16/2023 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Location: Civic Center
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For those 16 years and older
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City Council Chambers, Civic Center, 350 Kimbark St.
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Registration required
Temperatures are climbing in Colorado and across the world. That’s just one of many ways in which human-produced climate change is touching our lives. But disasters like wildfires and floods — two of the biggest threats in Colorado – are also affected by our built environment and where and how we live.
Join Boulder-based meteorologist and journalist Bob Henson as he sorts through our warming world and look at some ways we can reduce the risks posed by weather and climate extremes, both globally and locally.
Attend the Presentation
Registration is required to attend this special presentation and is limited to 100 attendees. Click the button below to register for EACH person attending.
Register for the climate change presentation
November 20
Pika's Sweets - REGISTER
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Date: 11/20/2023 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Location: Library
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For 1st - 5th grades
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Longmont Library Meeting Rooms
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!
Attend the Program
Registration is required to attend Pika's Sweets and is limited to 15 children. Registration will open on Tuesday, Oct. 17. Click the button below to register your child(ren). Make sure to fill out the form for EACH CHILD who is attending.
Register for the November Pika's Sweets program
Winter Wonderland: Santa Claus Life Model
6-8 p.m.
Clover Building at the Boulder County Fairgrounds
Immerse yourself in the magical atmosphere of the holiday season, and bring your own drawing tools, colored pencils, and watercolors to work with Santa as your life model. This workshop is designed for all artist levels, from beginners to experienced artists who wish to enhance their artistic skills and bring the spirit of Christmas to life.
In this workshop, you will have the opportunity to draw and paint Santa Claus in a variety of poses and settings, using him as your live model. Rob Birt (aka Santa) is a lifelong Longmont resident. You can learn more about his work as Santa at https://www.facebook.com/SantaAndCompany
Workshop Fee: $18 for Longmont Artists' Guild Members / $20 for non-members
Materials:
Brought by attendees, any drawing pads, paints, canvases, and small easels that the attendees may want to utilize for the live model session. Tables and chairs will be provided. Sink and water available.
Whether you're looking to improve your drawing skills, experiment with new mediums, or simply enjoy the magic of the holiday season, this workshop is the perfect place to do so. With our expert instruction and supportive environment, you'll be able to let your creativity shine and create stunning works of art that capture the essence of the holidays.
Respectfully, photography and youths under 14 will not be allowed.
So why wait? Join us at the Winter Wonderland: Santa Claus Live Model Workshop and get ready to immerse yourself in the magic of the holiday season!
