This Week in Longmont – June 3, 2016
This Week in Longmont – June 3, 2016
36th Annual Longmont Triathlon Weekend
Put your swim suit, bike and tennis shoes to use! The Longmont Triathlon Weekend is for triathletes of all ages and ability. The Kids’ Only event and the Try-a-Tri are on Saturday, June 4; the Longmont Triathlon is on Sunday, June 5. Volunteers are needed as course marshals who cheer and direct the runners and bikers on the race course. Youth age 14 and younger must volunteer with someone age 16 and older. Call Heather at 303-774-4718 or email Heather.Deal@LongmontColorado.gov to volunteer.
Outdoor Warning System Test
The City’s Outdoor Emergency Warning System (OEWS) will be tested at 10 am on Monday, June 6. The system will be tested the first Monday of every month through August. Other than for testing, the system will be used only to notify the community when immediate action should be taken. If you hear the sirens and it isn’t the first Monday of the month at 10 am, seek shelter immediately and tune to a Denver radio or TV station for information.
2017 Human Service Agency Grants
The City of Longmont has opened the application process for 2017 human service grants to community agencies that help our most vulnerable residents meet their individual and family basic physical, social, economic or emotional needs. Services may be preventative or remedial and generally have the common purpose of assisting people to attain the greatest level of independence and self-sufficiency possible. All applicants must submit applications online. To learn how to register and for information contact Sally Raney at 303-774-4339 or Sally.Raney@LongmontColorado.gov.
Stay Green, Save Blue with a Free Inspection
An inefficient irrigation system not only wastes water, but also wastes your money! Get your system’s efficiency checked with a FREE irrigation inspection by the Center for ReSource Conservation and City of Longmont. Inspections last about 90 minutes but could help you save thousands of gallons of water each year. It’s easy to sign up and get long-lasting and money-saving results. Call 303-999-3824 or visit ConservationCenter.org/sprinkler to schedule.
“Build-a-BiBli” at the Library Robotics Workshop
The Longmont Public Library is once again teaming up with local robotics engineer Jalali Hartman to offer a one-of-a-kind robotics workshop for children age 9 and older. At the “Build-a-Bibli Robotics Workshop” from 1 to 3 pm on Saturday, June 4, children can design and create new appearances for the BiBlis, our library robots. This special program is limited to eight participants and will be held at the Library, 409 4th Avenue. Call 303-651-8477 to register.
Landlord Alliance: Service Animals in Rentals
From 6:30 to 8:30 pm on Wednesday, June 8, the Longmont Landlord Alliance will present a discussion of service and companion animals in rentals and why the difference between the two is important. This program is free and open to the public at the Longmont Senior Center, 910 Longs Peak Avenue. For information call 303-774-4384 or email SusanSpaulding@LongmontColorado.gov.
Salida Circus is Coming to the Library
Take a break with the kids from 10 to 10:45 am on Thursday, June 9, to see the always popular Salida Circus at the Longmont Public Library, 409 4th Avenue. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to enjoy the fun on the library’s west patio. Registration is not required.
Shred Your Private Documents for Free
Recycle personal documents safely and securely at this free event. Bring boxed or bagged papers to the Waste Diversion Center at 140 Martin Street between 9 am and 2 pm on Saturday, June 11. Also bring ID and a copy of your most recent Longmont utility bill. This event is for residential documents only; business materials will not be accepted. For information visit LongmontColorado.gov/solidwaste or call 303-651-8416.
Quail Tennis Courts Grand Opening
Tennis enthusiasts are invited to the Quail Tennis Complex Grand Opening from 9 am to noon on Saturday, June 11, at 310 Quail Road next to the Longmont Recreation Center. Hear presentations by the City of Longmont and the Longmont Tennis Association followed by the Longmont Tennis Open final matches at 10 am. Refreshments and fun will be “served”! For more information, call 303-774-4800.
Survey Says: Sustainability Plan!
You’re invited to take an online survey to share your thoughts on development of the City’s Sustainability Plan. In complement to Envision Longmont, the plan will focus on actions that can be taken over the next 10 years to help meet long-term goals that promote social equity, environmental stewardship, and economic vitality for all residents of Longmont. Find the survey and details at LongmontColorado.gov/sustainability or call 303-651-8403.
Put your swim suit, bike and tennis shoes to use! The Longmont Triathlon Weekend is for triathletes of all ages and ability. The Kids’ Only event and the Try-a-Tri are on Saturday, June 4; the Longmont Triathlon is on Sunday, June 5. Volunteers are needed as course marshals who cheer and direct the runners and bikers on the race course. Youth age 14 and younger must volunteer with someone age 16 and older. Call Heather at 303-774-4718 or email Heather.Deal@LongmontColorado.gov to volunteer.
Outdoor Warning System Test
The City’s Outdoor Emergency Warning System (OEWS) will be tested at 10 am on Monday, June 6. The system will be tested the first Monday of every month through August. Other than for testing, the system will be used only to notify the community when immediate action should be taken. If you hear the sirens and it isn’t the first Monday of the month at 10 am, seek shelter immediately and tune to a Denver radio or TV station for information.
2017 Human Service Agency Grants
The City of Longmont has opened the application process for 2017 human service grants to community agencies that help our most vulnerable residents meet their individual and family basic physical, social, economic or emotional needs. Services may be preventative or remedial and generally have the common purpose of assisting people to attain the greatest level of independence and self-sufficiency possible. All applicants must submit applications online. To learn how to register and for information contact Sally Raney at 303-774-4339 or Sally.Raney@LongmontColorado.gov.
Stay Green, Save Blue with a Free Inspection
An inefficient irrigation system not only wastes water, but also wastes your money! Get your system’s efficiency checked with a FREE irrigation inspection by the Center for ReSource Conservation and City of Longmont. Inspections last about 90 minutes but could help you save thousands of gallons of water each year. It’s easy to sign up and get long-lasting and money-saving results. Call 303-999-3824 or visit ConservationCenter.org/sprinkler to schedule.
“Build-a-BiBli” at the Library Robotics Workshop
The Longmont Public Library is once again teaming up with local robotics engineer Jalali Hartman to offer a one-of-a-kind robotics workshop for children age 9 and older. At the “Build-a-Bibli Robotics Workshop” from 1 to 3 pm on Saturday, June 4, children can design and create new appearances for the BiBlis, our library robots. This special program is limited to eight participants and will be held at the Library, 409 4th Avenue. Call 303-651-8477 to register.
Landlord Alliance: Service Animals in Rentals
From 6:30 to 8:30 pm on Wednesday, June 8, the Longmont Landlord Alliance will present a discussion of service and companion animals in rentals and why the difference between the two is important. This program is free and open to the public at the Longmont Senior Center, 910 Longs Peak Avenue. For information call 303-774-4384 or email SusanSpaulding@LongmontColorado.gov.
Salida Circus is Coming to the Library
Take a break with the kids from 10 to 10:45 am on Thursday, June 9, to see the always popular Salida Circus at the Longmont Public Library, 409 4th Avenue. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to enjoy the fun on the library’s west patio. Registration is not required.
Shred Your Private Documents for Free
Recycle personal documents safely and securely at this free event. Bring boxed or bagged papers to the Waste Diversion Center at 140 Martin Street between 9 am and 2 pm on Saturday, June 11. Also bring ID and a copy of your most recent Longmont utility bill. This event is for residential documents only; business materials will not be accepted. For information visit LongmontColorado.gov/solidwaste or call 303-651-8416.
Quail Tennis Courts Grand Opening
Tennis enthusiasts are invited to the Quail Tennis Complex Grand Opening from 9 am to noon on Saturday, June 11, at 310 Quail Road next to the Longmont Recreation Center. Hear presentations by the City of Longmont and the Longmont Tennis Association followed by the Longmont Tennis Open final matches at 10 am. Refreshments and fun will be “served”! For more information, call 303-774-4800.
Survey Says: Sustainability Plan!
You’re invited to take an online survey to share your thoughts on development of the City’s Sustainability Plan. In complement to Envision Longmont, the plan will focus on actions that can be taken over the next 10 years to help meet long-term goals that promote social equity, environmental stewardship, and economic vitality for all residents of Longmont. Find the survey and details at LongmontColorado.gov/sustainability or call 303-651-8403.
