This Week in Longmont – May 13, 2016
This Week in Longmont – May 13, 2016
See City Projects and Programs at Open House
Plan to attend an open house between 5 and 7 pm on Monday, May 16, at the Longmont Museum, 400 Quail Road, to learn about several very important planning and construction projects in Longmont during 2016. They include NextLight broadband, Resilient St. Vrain, Sustainability Plan, Capital Improvement Program, Park Development & Renewals, and more! This event also kicks off National Public Works Week. You can find general project information at bit.ly/big-projects-plus, or call 303-776-6050.
National Public Works Week
Instituted in 1960 as a public education campaign, National Public Works Week calls attention to the importance of public works in community life. In Longmont, you can learn more about our Public Works & Natural Resources (PWNR) Department during the week of May 15-21. Educational programming will be offered for adults and children at the Longmont Public Library, and our littlest residents can look forward to PWNR-themed Discovery Days at the Longmont Museum. Find details at LongmontColorado.gov/PWNR or call 303-651-8416.
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, May 14. 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.
Reception for Retiring Longmont Judge Diana VanDeHey
The public is invited to a reception from 5:30 to 7 pm on Tuesday, May 24, in honor of retiring Municipal Judge Diana VanDeHey. The reception will be held in the Civic Center at 350 Kimbark Street. For more information call the City Manager’s Office at 303-651-8601.
Peace Officer Memorial
The public is invited to attend the Peace Officer Memorial from 1 to 2 pm on Wednesday, May 18, on the front steps of the Longmont Safety and Justice Building, 225 Kimbark Street. The Longmont Police Department will pay tribute to police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty in 2015.
Sunset Street Bridge Grand Opening
Celebrate and enjoy a first look at the new Sunset Street Bridge during the Grand Opening event from 3:30 to 4:30 pm on Thursday, May 19. Meet at Izaak Walton Park, 18 S. Sunset Street, to join City and Boulder County leaders, pedestrians, bicyclists and motorists eager to cross St. Vrain Creek at Sunset Street. After a ribbon cutting, enjoy cake and lemonade while Djembe drummers perform. Also planned are a fun run (details at shoesbrews.com) and bike ride (details at meetup.com/longmont-on-bikes). For more information on the opening event, visit bit.ly/sunset-street or call 844-253-3185, option 1.
Learn About Longmont’s Water Supply
Following the recent public health scare in Flint, Michigan, involving toxic levels of lead in the city’s drinking water, we are reminded of the importance and value of our high quality drinking water. Join Longmont Water Resources Manager Ken Huson on a fascinating journey through the history, development, and future of Longmont’s water supply from 7 to 8 pm on Thursday, May 19, at the Longmont Public Library, 409 4th Avenue. Register online at http://bit.ly/1HUD5zl. No email or internet service? Call 303-651-8472 to register.
New Hands-on Exhibit Opens at the Museum
All ages are invited to the opening of the Longmont Museum’s newest hands-on family exhibition How People Make Things from 10 am to 2 pm on Saturday, May 21, at the museum, 400 Quail Road. Explore the exhibition and large construction equipment provided by Longmont Power & Communications, and enjoy snacks and craft projects for children. Admission is $8 for adults, $5 for students and seniors, and free for members and children age 3 and younger. Call 303-651-8374 for more details.
Get Golf Ready!
Spring is the perfect time to learn the fundamentals and rules of golf. The City of Longmont’s Twin Peaks and Ute Creek golf courses offer a variety of golf lessons for youth, adults and seniors. The Twin Peaks Get Golf Ready program has no-registration, drop-in group lessons ($20 per session) on various days for specific work on both the short game and golf swings. Visit GolfLongmont.com or call 303-651-8401.
Plan to attend an open house between 5 and 7 pm on Monday, May 16, at the Longmont Museum, 400 Quail Road, to learn about several very important planning and construction projects in Longmont during 2016. They include NextLight broadband, Resilient St. Vrain, Sustainability Plan, Capital Improvement Program, Park Development & Renewals, and more! This event also kicks off National Public Works Week. You can find general project information at bit.ly/big-projects-plus, or call 303-776-6050.
National Public Works Week
Instituted in 1960 as a public education campaign, National Public Works Week calls attention to the importance of public works in community life. In Longmont, you can learn more about our Public Works & Natural Resources (PWNR) Department during the week of May 15-21. Educational programming will be offered for adults and children at the Longmont Public Library, and our littlest residents can look forward to PWNR-themed Discovery Days at the Longmont Museum. Find details at LongmontColorado.gov/PWNR or call 303-651-8416.
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, May 14. 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.
Reception for Retiring Longmont Judge Diana VanDeHey
The public is invited to a reception from 5:30 to 7 pm on Tuesday, May 24, in honor of retiring Municipal Judge Diana VanDeHey. The reception will be held in the Civic Center at 350 Kimbark Street. For more information call the City Manager’s Office at 303-651-8601.
Peace Officer Memorial
The public is invited to attend the Peace Officer Memorial from 1 to 2 pm on Wednesday, May 18, on the front steps of the Longmont Safety and Justice Building, 225 Kimbark Street. The Longmont Police Department will pay tribute to police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty in 2015.
Sunset Street Bridge Grand Opening
Celebrate and enjoy a first look at the new Sunset Street Bridge during the Grand Opening event from 3:30 to 4:30 pm on Thursday, May 19. Meet at Izaak Walton Park, 18 S. Sunset Street, to join City and Boulder County leaders, pedestrians, bicyclists and motorists eager to cross St. Vrain Creek at Sunset Street. After a ribbon cutting, enjoy cake and lemonade while Djembe drummers perform. Also planned are a fun run (details at shoesbrews.com) and bike ride (details at meetup.com/longmont-on-bikes). For more information on the opening event, visit bit.ly/sunset-street or call 844-253-3185, option 1.
Learn About Longmont’s Water Supply
Following the recent public health scare in Flint, Michigan, involving toxic levels of lead in the city’s drinking water, we are reminded of the importance and value of our high quality drinking water. Join Longmont Water Resources Manager Ken Huson on a fascinating journey through the history, development, and future of Longmont’s water supply from 7 to 8 pm on Thursday, May 19, at the Longmont Public Library, 409 4th Avenue. Register online at http://bit.ly/1HUD5zl. No email or internet service? Call 303-651-8472 to register.
New Hands-on Exhibit Opens at the Museum
All ages are invited to the opening of the Longmont Museum’s newest hands-on family exhibition How People Make Things from 10 am to 2 pm on Saturday, May 21, at the museum, 400 Quail Road. Explore the exhibition and large construction equipment provided by Longmont Power & Communications, and enjoy snacks and craft projects for children. Admission is $8 for adults, $5 for students and seniors, and free for members and children age 3 and younger. Call 303-651-8374 for more details.
Get Golf Ready!
Spring is the perfect time to learn the fundamentals and rules of golf. The City of Longmont’s Twin Peaks and Ute Creek golf courses offer a variety of golf lessons for youth, adults and seniors. The Twin Peaks Get Golf Ready program has no-registration, drop-in group lessons ($20 per session) on various days for specific work on both the short game and golf swings. Visit GolfLongmont.com or call 303-651-8401.
