NEWS RELEASE
CITY OF LONGMONT
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This Week in Longmont - December 29, 2023
Council Catch-Up
Review- Dec. 26, 2023 (CANCELLED)
Please view full meeting agenda on the Agenda Portal webpage.
Preview - Jan. 2, 2024 (CANCELLED)
Please view full meeting agenda on the Agenda Portal webpage.
Events & Happenings
Holiday schedules for City facilities
All City facilities will be closed on Monday, Jan. 1 in observance of the New Year's Day holiday, except for Recreation's New Year's Day Zumba® Dance Party from 1-2:30 pm. The Longmont Library will also be closed on Sunday, Dec. 31. Trash collection services will be picked up one day LATER than normally scheduled this week. Please have containers out before 7 am. Visit bit.ly/collection-schedule or call 303-651-8416 for more information. You can find full holiday closure details and schedules at longmontcolorado.gov/holidays.
Holiday Recycling Guide
Did you know Americans create 23 percent more trash during the holidays? But we don’t have to! Eco-Cycle’s Holiday Recycling Guide offers the Longmont community a handy resource that outlines which holiday items are locally recyclable, and where to recycle them, plus it provides a list of special tree collection and recycling sites. Visit bit.ly/recycle-the-holidays or call 303-651-8416 for more guidance.
Itty Bitty City: Friday Preschool Fun
Itty Bitty City returns on Fridays from 9-11 am from Friday, Jan. 5 through early May at the St. Vrain Memorial Building, 700 Longs Peak Ave. Snow or shine, our toys are divine! Kids ages 6 months to 5 years have lots of room to run and play in the gym. Parents must supervise their children. Please, no older children. Cost is $4 per child or $34 for a 10-visit pass, which can be purchased online at https://rec.ci.longmont.co.us. No registration is needed for this drop-in program. Questions? Call 303-651-8404.
Winter Walkabout Music Showcase
The annual Winter Walkabout Music Showcase (WWMS) will take place throughout downtown Longmont from 2-9:30 pm on Saturday, Feb. 3. The WWMS consists of more than 50 music performances throughout 15 indoor venues – all within walking distance of each other in downtown Longmont. One all-inclusive ticket allows access to every show. More information and tickets at www.downtownlongmont.com/WWMS or 303-651-8484.
Longmont Recreation Center Open House
On Sunday, Jan. 7, the Longmont Recreation Center, 310 Quail Road, will host a free open house from 1-5 pm. Visitors of all ages are invited to explore the Recreation Center. Guests can swim, play gym sports, jog, use the weight room or sauna, and participate in a fitness class. Visit longmontcolorado.gov/rec or call 303-774-4800.
Visit “agriCULTURE” exhibit before its gone!
The Longmont Museum is a great place to bring your family and out-of-town guests! The current “agriCULTURE: Art Inspired by the Land,” exhibit draws on the expertise of farmers and the inspiration of nature. Experience large-scale sculptures, ceramics, photo weaving and other art forms that explore how farming is connected to issues such as environmental impacts, ancestral lands and local history. To learn more, visit longmontmuseum.org or call 303-651-8374.
Free LEGO exhibit prototyping event
The Longmont Museum is trying out some fun activities for their upcoming summer exhibit, "Build: Design and Create with Lego," and they need your help! Groups of all ages are invited to attend a FREE program Thursday, Jan. 4 to be the first to explore activities that may be in the new exhibit and help improve them for the show. Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Learn more and sign up at bit.ly/LEGOexhibit2024.
Winter Nature Fridays at Sandstone
Families will enjoy an indoor activity and outdoor exploration (weather permitting) from 9 am-12 pm select Fridays this winter at the Sandstone Ranch Visitors Center, 3001 Sandstone Drive. Upcoming dates are Jan. 5, Feb. 16, and Mar. 22. All ages welcome! Fee is $5 per child each session with free entry for guardian. Register and learn more about events at the Visitors Center at longmontcolorado.gov/SandstoneEvents or call 303-774-4700.
Niwot Nigh School Class of 1974 reunion
Spread the words to your Niwot High School friends Class of '74! It's been 50 years! NHS first graduating class is having its 50th reunion on Sept. 20 and 21, 2024 in Longmont. Please confirm your contact information ASAP to Elysse Grinnell ([email protected]) and include info you may have for other ’74 Niwot alums. The organizing team will get in touch with you!
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