Oct 20 2020
The Longmont Museum officially announced its fall season today. Due to the ongoing restrictions, the Museum has reinvented much of its programming to take place from the safety of home. “This isn’t the fall any of us expected, but this season’s inventive lineup is testament to silver linings,” said Kim Manajek, director of the Longmont …
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Oct 06 2020
In many parts of Mexico, Central America, and the United States, El Día de Los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, is a time to honor and celebrate deceased loved ones. Community participation is essential to this holiday that is full of life, reflection, food, family, and fun. The celebration demonstrates how a diverse …
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Sep 29 2020
Have you been extra courteous in the last few weeks? With September being National Courtesy Month, this is the perfect time to brush up on being polite to others. After all, a little kindness does go a long way. Some politeness reminders – and ways to raise the bar on being kind to others: • …
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Sep 29 2020
The City of Boulder has subscribed to Jack’s Solar Garden, a 1.2-megawatt solar garden currently under construction near Longmont. Jack’s Solar Garden is a first-of-its-kind solar development that will bring together energy and food production to local farmland, a combination called agrivoltaics. The garden will feature solar panels to provide power for more than 300 …
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Sep 22 2020
CU Presents announced the organization will have a semester full of virtual performances from the University of Colorado Boulder’s performing arts programs. The Department of Theatre & Dance will record “She Kills Monsters: Virtual Realms” by Qui Nguyen and release the performance as a ticketed virtual event. In the wake of shutdowns brought on by …
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Sep 15 2020
If you’ve taken a trip with us recently, you may have noticed that we are not collecting fares. We eliminated fares in April in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The past few months have been hard for all of us, and we recognize that many in our community have been financially impacted by the pandemic. …
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Sep 08 2020
Mental Health Partner’s yearly Boulder Skyline Traverse Challenge raises money for suicide prevention education and training. These funds are needed now more than ever as mental health issues and suicidal ideation are increasing in communities due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Our goal is to raise $25,000 this year! The Challenge takes place …
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Sep 01 2020
Housing Colorado is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2020 Eagle Awards. Eagle Awards celebrates the extraordinary accomplishments and outstanding leadership in affordable housing and support services. Nominees include individuals, agencies, projects, and programs that soar to new heights in their work to ensure safe, decent, affordable housing for all Coloradans. The Eagle Awards …
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Aug 25 2020
If you’ve been spending a lot of time indoors lately, you may be ready to get outside for some fresh air. Here’s how to make your backyard the center of family fun. • Set up an outdoor theater: There’s no need to spend the day indoors, even if your family wants to binge watch favorite …
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Aug 18 2020
The majority of Americans (55 %) plan to work during their golden years, with 41% opting for part time and 14% full time, according to the Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies. Unfortunately, the coronavirus outbreak has ravaged the U.S. job market and dimmed the prospects for Americans to stay employed during retirement. The good news …
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Aug 11 2020
Boulder County Public Health has updated the Boulder County Facial Covering Order by adopting the face covering requirement in all public indoor spaces for every person over 10 years of age at all times and continuing to require face coverings outdoors when social distancing cannot be maintained. The Order does not have an end date …
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Aug 04 2020
Free, on-demand, door-to-door bus service for Lafayette Boulder County is pleased to announce the new Ride Free Lafayette program, a free, on-demand, door-to-door bus service that connects people to places within the City of Lafayette. Service began on July 20, 2020. Residents and visitors can use the Ride Free Lafayette service to connect to transit …
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