Garden in a Box Kits on Sale Now

Buy now, pick up and plant in May and enjoy all summer long! Through our partnership with the St Vrain and Left Hand Water Conservancy District, you may be eligible for a discount starting at $25 off these beautiful, water-wise garden kits. Get yours today before they sell out! Browse the full collection of eye-popping gardens at Resource Central.

Curbside Composting Changes

Significant changes to what is accepted in curbside composting containers takes effect April 1, 2023. Only loose yard debris and food scraps will be accepted in curbside compost containers. Residents may use a green 3-gallon or smaller CMA-approved bag for food scraps. Compostable products are no longer accepted in curbside containers, including; cups, glasses, utensils, paper bags, paper towels, pizza boxes, cardboard (place in recycle cart), shredded paper, coffee filters and k-cups. Find additional details and updated curbside compost guidelines at the Longmont Compost webpage. Have questions? Visit our FAQ page or call 303-651-8416.

Teen Poetry Writing Workshop

Students in grades 6-12 are invited to join local poet Oliver Baez Bendorf for the Cosmic Keyhole Poetry Salon. This is a FREE writing workshop, held from 2-4 pm on Saturday, April 1 in the Library’s outdoor reading garden. We will delve into the art and craft of poetry in a fun, inspiring and creative environment (with pizza)! No poetry writing experience required, only a willingness to do it anyway. Registration is required and is limited to 15 teens. Register at the Library Events webpage.

Mont Alto Motion Picture Orchestra

The Mont Alto Motion Picture Orchestra returns to the Longmont Museum’s Stewart Auditorium on March 31 and April 1 at 7 pm. Both performances are dedicated to one of Hollywood’s most hallowed fools, Harold Lloyd. Mont Alto is a five-piece chamber ensemble that uses historic libraries of music to score classic silent films. Learn more and buy tickets at the Longmont Museum website or 303-651-8374.

Get NextLight’s Gig at No Extra Cost!

If you have NextLight’s introductory 100-megabit connection, now’s your chance to get up to speed. When you upgrade your service to a gigabit connection, you keep your 100-meg price for

two months. And since NextLight has no contracts, YOU decide whether to keep that higher-speed service at $69.95/month or return to your old level with no penalty or obligation. Visit the NextLight website or call 303-774-4494 by April 30 to test drive your online world in a higher gear.

Register for Summer Fun

Keep busy and active this summer! Recreation & Golf Services’ 2023 summer activities brochure can be viewed online at the Recreation webpage and print copies will be mailed to Longmont residents the week of April 3. Registration begins tomorrow, Tuesday, March 28. The summer brochure features classes, camps and special events that occur between mid-May and August. For registration assistance, call 303-774-4700.

Serve on City Advisory Board/Commission

Share your voice, expertise and vision with City Council by applying to serve on a City board or commission. Help Council make decisions on issues that affect the safety, economy and quality of life of Longmont’s residents and businesses. To learn more and apply, visit the Longmont Boards webpage before 5 pm on Friday, April 21. If you have any questions, please call the City Clerk’s Office at 303-651-8649.

Student Intern Police Officer program

Do you know a college student interested in becoming a police officer? The Student Intern Officer (SIO) program allows college students who are interested in criminal justice careers to experience a practical work environment. SIOs are primarily assigned to the patrol division, but can also be given opportunities to serve in other divisions. The application deadline is April 1 for summer and fall semesters. For additional information on the Police Student Intern Officers program, as well as other volunteer opportunities with Longmont Public Safety, visit the Public Safety webpage.