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Evergreen Jazz Festival Hits a Rocky Mountain High Note

Evergreen is about 1400 miles from New Orleans. But after a two-year Covid hiatus, the scenic mountain community will again become “Bourbon Street with Altitude” as it hosts the 2022 Evergreen Jazz Festival July 29-31. Nationally known for its combination of top bands, intimate venues and appealing mountain setting, the Festival presents over 80 hours …

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Longmont’s NextLight Service Ranks No. 2 in Nation

Longmont Internet provider is among nation’s leaders for fifth straight year. NextLight roared in the annual PC Magazine speed test rankings for 2022, with the community-owned internet service provider (ISP) placing #2 in the nation. This marks the fifth straight year that NextLight has ranked among the country’s four fastest ISPs, including a first-place ranking …

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Longmont Library of Things Expands to Include New Digital Tools

Thanks to the support of the Friends of the Longmont Library, the Library of Things now offers more than 20 useful tools, outdoor games, entertainment items and household items for residents to borrow for free! The Library of Things offers residents a chance to borrow instead of buying – helping families save money, reduce clutter …

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Boulder County Commissioners Declared June as Gun Violence Awareness and Prevention Month

Like so many grieving communities across the United States, Boulder County residents and families have had their lives and hearts shattered by gun violence. In the wake of recent horrific mass shootings in Uvalde, Texas, and Buffalo, New York—and in addition to so many other tragic and preventable gun deaths, including the mass shooting at …

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Communities Across the Globe Honor Men’s Health Month

Colorado communities have issued a proclamation celebrating men’s health and fatherhood in June, helping educate men, boys, and their families about disease prevention, timely screenings, and healthy lifestyles. Colorado communities issuing proclamations Aurora, Brighton, Boulder, Centennial, Denver, Littleton, Pueblo, and Thornton. The importance of this effort is also highlighted by a statement from the White …

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Longmont Senior Center Hosts Windows for Wellness Show

In May, the Longmont Senior Center hosted the Windows for Wellness show, which included over 30 exhibitors and multiple classes on nutrition and wellness. Many exhibitors provided massage therapy or wellness checks for the attendees. There were also several free workshops on fitness and nutrition. The all day event hosted over 100 residents that received …

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Longmont Downtown Concerts Every Friday in June

The City of Longmont features downtown street concerts take place at 4th Avenue and Kimbark Street every Friday in June. Head downtown every Friday in June from 6-9 pm for free music, dancing, food trucks, local craft beverages, kids activities and family-friendly community fun. The June 10 concert will feature the St. Vrain Valley School …

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Senior Connection Show in Longmont on May 24

The popular Senior Connection Show, for active seniors… and anyone planning to become one… will be at the Longmont Elks Club Ballroom, on the corner of third and Coffman Street, on May 24th. What would you rather be doing on a Tuesday? The open house runs between 9 am and 1:30 pm but come early …

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Celebrating 31 Years of Partnerships

Congratulations to Robert Trembly and his team at 50+ Marketplace News for providing valuable information to the older adult community in Boulder County! Our partnership with 50+ Marketplace News is such a wonderful cornerstone for our outreach to older adults in the community. 50+ Marketplace News has been a steady companion for over 20 years …

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Beware of Marshall Fire Scams

Be Careful When • Insurance agents reaching out unexpectedly to you and providing too good to be true options • Contractors calling to give you a ‘deal’ on fire clean up • Charities reaching out to you requesting monetary donations in support of the Fire Department, Law Enforcement, or Victims • Fundraisers or “GoFundMe” pages …

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Boulder, Jefferson, & Larimer Counties Natural Resources Receives Federal Grant

Larimer County Natural Resources and partners receive $328,900 grant to improve open space habitat for big game and bolster landscape resiliency in Larimer, Boulder, and Jefferson counties. A $328,900 National Fish and Wildlife Foundation RESTORE Colorado Program grant was recently awarded to Larimer County Department of Natural Resources (LCDNR) in partnership with Colorado Parks & …

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Boulder County Volunteer Program Awards

In celebration of National Volunteer Week (April 17-23, 2022), Boulder County volunteer managers were invited to nominate volunteers who made noteworthy contributions to their programs in 2021. A selection committee chose the following seven volunteers to be recognized and awarded $900 in funding for each of their programs. $6,300 total awarded to seven Boulder County …

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