This Week in Longmont – November 25, 2016
This Week in Longmont – November 25, 2016
City Schedules on Friday, November 25
Although Longmont city government observes the day after Thanksgiving, Friday, November 25, as a holiday, the Longmont Museum and most Recreation facilities will be open regular hours. The St. Vrain Memorial Building and all other facilities will be closed. Thursday trash and recycling will be collected on Friday.
Visit the Longmont Public Library at 409 4th Avenue between November 28 and December 11 to purchase a book that will be added to the library’s collection. A special bookplate inside the donated book honors the donor, and an ornament with the donor’s name is hung on the Light-a-Candle Tree in the library lobby. Or, visit the library’s WishList webpage at bit.ly/Lib-Wishes and make a donation there. All contributions are tax deductible, and prices on the items vary significantly to allow everyone to participate. During this season of giving, consider giving something back to the community you love. Donate a book and support your library!
Sign Up for Winter/Spring Recreation Classes
The winter/spring 2017 Recreation & Golf Services activities brochure is being mailed to Longmont households next week, and registration begins Tuesday, December 6. This edition contains activities, classes and special events from December to early May.
Make Your Energy Plans for 2017
It’s time once again for making a list and checking it twice – to see where your home can save money and energy, that is. With an Efficiency Works energy audit from Longmont Power & Communications, you can begin creating your road map to savings and give yourself the gift of an energy-efficient home. To schedule your $60 energy audit – a savings of $325 – just call 877-981-1888.
Register for Snowflake Stories and Dance
Embrace the winter chill with a special program featuring winter-themed stories and dancing from Airborne Gymnastics and Dance from 1 to 1:45 pm on Saturday, December 3, at the Longmont Public Library, 409 4th Avenue. This program for families with young children will include audience participation. Call 303-651-8477 to register.
Create a Holiday Gingerbread House
Get in the holiday spirit by creating your very own decorative gingerbread house. Graham cracker “gingerbread” and all the frosting and trimmings needed to make a fantastical gingerbread house will be supplied. Don’t miss this perennial holiday favorite at either 6 to 6:45 pm or 7 to 7:45 pm on Monday, December 5, at the Longmont Public Library, 409 4th Avenue. To register, call 303-651-8477 and specify which session you’d like to attend.
Parking Enforcement Needs You!
The City’s Parking Enforcement Division is seeking volunteers for its Parking Enforcement Patrol. You’re invited to be part of this challenging, yet rewarding, program with the benefit of advocating for people with disabilities. To learn more, call 303-651-8658.
Opinions Sought on Downtown
The Longmont Downtown Development Authority invites the community to take an online survey about downtown for use in development planning and updates to the master plan. Residents can provide feedback on issues such as the number and quality of downtown amenities, types of businesses that are missing, downtown events, etc. Visit DowntownLongmont.com or SurveyMonkey.com/r/downtownlongmont by November 30 to give your feedback.
Although Longmont city government observes the day after Thanksgiving, Friday, November 25, as a holiday, the Longmont Museum and most Recreation facilities will be open regular hours. The St. Vrain Memorial Building and all other facilities will be closed. Thursday trash and recycling will be collected on Friday.
Holiday Tree Lighting & Small Business Saturday
Kick off the holiday season in Downtown Longmont at 6:30 pm on Friday, November 25, with the Holiday Tree Lighting at 6th Avenue and Main Street. Celebrate with Santa, holiday characters, crafts and music (crafts and hot cocoa start at 6 pm). Come back Downtown on Saturday, November 26, for Small Business Saturday and shop local! Enjoy ice carving demonstrations, holiday characters, carolers and more. Visit DowntownLongmont.com for information.
Kick off the holiday season in Downtown Longmont at 6:30 pm on Friday, November 25, with the Holiday Tree Lighting at 6th Avenue and Main Street. Celebrate with Santa, holiday characters, crafts and music (crafts and hot cocoa start at 6 pm). Come back Downtown on Saturday, November 26, for Small Business Saturday and shop local! Enjoy ice carving demonstrations, holiday characters, carolers and more. Visit DowntownLongmont.com for information.
Gift Local and Win Prizes
Post a photo of yourself shopping in Longmont on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, include the hashtag #advancelongmont, and mention the business name in the post for a chance to win prizes like a 1-hour massage, food and drink gift cards, and other amazing gifts. Campaign starts on Small Business Saturday, November 26. Learn more at www.longmont.org.
Visit the Longmont Public Library at 409 4th Avenue between November 28 and December 11 to purchase a book that will be added to the library’s collection. A special bookplate inside the donated book honors the donor, and an ornament with the donor’s name is hung on the Light-a-Candle Tree in the library lobby. Or, visit the library’s WishList webpage at bit.ly/Lib-Wishes and make a donation there. All contributions are tax deductible, and prices on the items vary significantly to allow everyone to participate. During this season of giving, consider giving something back to the community you love. Donate a book and support your library!
Sign Up for Winter/Spring Recreation Classes
The winter/spring 2017 Recreation & Golf Services activities brochure is being mailed to Longmont households next week, and registration begins Tuesday, December 6. This edition contains activities, classes and special events from December to early May.
Make Your Energy Plans for 2017
It’s time once again for making a list and checking it twice – to see where your home can save money and energy, that is. With an Efficiency Works energy audit from Longmont Power & Communications, you can begin creating your road map to savings and give yourself the gift of an energy-efficient home. To schedule your $60 energy audit – a savings of $325 – just call 877-981-1888.
Register for Snowflake Stories and Dance
Embrace the winter chill with a special program featuring winter-themed stories and dancing from Airborne Gymnastics and Dance from 1 to 1:45 pm on Saturday, December 3, at the Longmont Public Library, 409 4th Avenue. This program for families with young children will include audience participation. Call 303-651-8477 to register.
Create a Holiday Gingerbread House
Get in the holiday spirit by creating your very own decorative gingerbread house. Graham cracker “gingerbread” and all the frosting and trimmings needed to make a fantastical gingerbread house will be supplied. Don’t miss this perennial holiday favorite at either 6 to 6:45 pm or 7 to 7:45 pm on Monday, December 5, at the Longmont Public Library, 409 4th Avenue. To register, call 303-651-8477 and specify which session you’d like to attend.
Parking Enforcement Needs You!
The City’s Parking Enforcement Division is seeking volunteers for its Parking Enforcement Patrol. You’re invited to be part of this challenging, yet rewarding, program with the benefit of advocating for people with disabilities. To learn more, call 303-651-8658.
Opinions Sought on Downtown
The Longmont Downtown Development Authority invites the community to take an online survey about downtown for use in development planning and updates to the master plan. Residents can provide feedback on issues such as the number and quality of downtown amenities, types of businesses that are missing, downtown events, etc. Visit DowntownLongmont.com or SurveyMonkey.com/r/downtownlongmont by November 30 to give your feedback.
