September 14
History and Continuing Tradition of Botanical Art - REGISTER
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Date: 09/14/2023 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Location: Library
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Longmont Library Meeting Rooms
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Registration required
Botanical art combines object and subject, art and science, and history with horticulture. Botanical subjects are depicted with keen observation, scientific accuracy, and a sophisticated sense of aesthetics. This program begins with relief carvings in Egypt, useful drawings found in early herbals, Renaissance still life paintings, and the innovation of printing that made botanical illustrations more widely available. In recent years, there has been a revival of interest in botanical art. We will look at several contemporary examples that follow the traditional definition while displaying strong composition and a crisp and confident style.
Through the examples in this presentation, you will have an idea of the beauty and breadth of botanical art as a continuing tradition.
The History and Continuing Tradition of Botanical Art traces botanical art from its earliest use on tombs in 500 BC to the modern day. This presentation is developed by the American Society of Botanical Artists (ASBA), an organization of individuals and institutions who share and interest and appreciation of the tradition and contemporary practice of botanical art.
Artwork by Dianne McElwain. Clematis, watercolor, 2006.
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September 15
Longmont Museum groundbreaking ceremony
10 - 11 am
Longmont Museum Outdoor Courtyard
Light refreshments served
Welcome & Remarks
The Honorable Joan Peck, City of Longmont Mayor
Erik Mason, Museum Director
Jim Newcomb, Stewart Family Foundation
Becky Chavez & Bob Braudes, Co-Chairs Capital Campaign Committee
Grip,Sip, Give Classic fundraiser
Twin Peaks Golf Course
Local nonprofit Can’d Aid is pleased to announce that registration for their annual Grip, Sip, Give Classic is now open. The fun-filled day of fundraising will take place September 15th at Twin Peaks Golf Course in Longmont, Colorado.
Gather your squad and tee up for a rousing round of golf with Can’d Aid. The day begins with breakfast and refreshments, followed by a lively 18-hole tourney, complete with BBQ, beers and prizes on the green. The event ends with plenty of memories made and funds raised to benefit Can’d Aid’s national do-goodery initiatives.
The registration fee is $150 per golfer. Register your team of four here or contact Diana Ralston with questions.
Longmont Monthly Mindfulness Activities
3-4:30 p.m.
Longmont Library
Our Community Health Worker team is hosting a number of upcoming events for kids and teens in Longmont. These events are completely free and available to all community members, groups, businesses, and community organizations that support children and youth. Join us at the Longmont Library each month on Fridays (dates vary)!
No registration required.
September 24
The St. Vrain Valley Pioneer Association’s 118th Annual Meeting
12:45 p.m.
Hygiene United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 7542 Hygiene Rd.
Carol Beam, Cultural Resource Specialist, Boulder County Parks & Open Space, will share the department’s Altona Schoolhouse restoration project
that captivated their staff for over four years. The 1880 Altona Schoolhouse is the oldest one room stone schoolhouse left in Boulder County and became a local historic landmark in 2013. The restored schoolhouse now offers public open houses, school group visits, and virtual tours.
Please invite those who are eligible to attend; other guests are welcome, too.
For more information, please email or call: Judy (Gould) Dayhoff [email protected] or (303) 859-1894.
September 28
Tween Club: Vejigante Masks - REGISTER
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Date: 09/28/2023 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Location: Library
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3rd-5th grades only
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Registration required
Join us for a special workshop with Museo de las Americas and create a Vejigante mask! The Vejigante is a masked creature who both fascinates and frightens young children with his mischievous antics, especially during festivals in Ponce and Loiza in Puerto Rico. This workshop explores Puerto Rico’s vibrant and rhythmic festivals, the mixed history of the Vejigante and the country’s relationship to the United States. Students will create the horned mask of the mysterious and charismatic Vejigante as they listen to the sounds of Bomba music and learn about cultural blending.
Únete con nosotros para un taller especial con Museo de las Américas y crea una máscara del Vejigante! El Vejigante es una creatura enmascarada que les fascina y les asusta a los jóvenes de Puerto Rico, especialmente durante los días festivos en Ponce y Loíza. En este taller exploraremos los festivales vibrantes de Puerto Rico, la historia variada del Vejigante, y las relaciones entre Puerto Rico y Los Estados Unidos. Participantes crearan mascaras con cuernos del misterioso y carismático Vejigante. También escucharán la música bomba y aprenderán sobre la mezcla de culturas.
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Registration is required and will open on Friday, Sept. 1. This event is limited to 20 tweens. Please click the button below to register.
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October 5
A Techy Talk with Jessica Speer of "The Phone Book" - REGISTER
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Date: 10/05/2023 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Location: Library
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Library Meeting Rooms
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Open to everyone; best for kids 9 years and older with their grown-ups
Tech is amazing! You have the whole world in your hand—the power to be used as a force for good or, um, not so good. In this interactive presentation, author Jessica Speer will share techy tidbits, stories, healthy screen habits, and ways to stay safe online. Tap into your superpowers to use tech as a force for good. This program is presented by The Wandering Jellyfish Bookshop, and copies of the book will be available for sale.
Please note this event will be held at the Longmont Public Library's Meeting Rooms with books available to purchase on-site through The Wandering Jellyfish Bookshop. Registration is required.
Register Your Family through Wandering Jellyfish Bookshop's website
October 9
Mythical Creatures Club - REGISTER
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Date: 10/09/2023 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Location: Library
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For 1st - 2nd grades
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Longmont Library Meeting Rooms
Join us every 2nd Monday of the month from September through December for our Mythical Creatures Club! We’ll learn about Bigfoot, mermaids, and many other legendary creatures through fun crafts and activities.
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Registration is required to attend the Mythical Creatures Club and is limited to 20 children. Starting Tuesday, Sept. 12, click the button below to register your child(ren). Make sure to fill out the form for EACH CHILD who is attending.
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November 8
"Who's a Good Dog?": Author Talk with Bioethicist Dr. Jessica Pierce - REGISTER
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Date: 11/08/2023 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Location: Library
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Library Meeting Rooms
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Registration required
"Who’s a Good Dog?" is an invitation to nurture more thoughtful and balanced relationships with our canine companions. By deepening our curiosity about what our dogs are experiencing, and by working together with them in a spirit of collaboration, we can become more effective and compassionate caregivers.
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Registration is required to attend the workshop and is limited to 100 attendees. Registration opens on Tuesday, Sept. 5. Click the button below to register.
About the Author
Jessica Pierce is a bioethicist whose work focuses on human-animal relationships and interconnections between ecosystems and health. She is faculty affiliate with the Center for Bioethics and Humanities, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Read more about the author
