Saturday, April 12th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ City officials announced that Art Night Out will take place this summer every second Friday from May through September from 5-9 p.m. along South Public Road between Emma and Cannon Streets and will feature live music, street performers, an art market, food trucks and a beer, wine, and cider garden. City of Lafayette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Boulder County released draft amendments to update the Land Use Code by removing Boarding House and Group Care or Foster Home use and adding a new Group Home Facility Use; public comments were accepted until April 24, 2024 and staff will review feedback before taking the proposal to public hearings on May 21. Boulder County
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Library Board Meeting
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Lafayette Public Library — Free entry — Discuss library policies and help shape the future of community resources.
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Moose on the Loose: Nature Presentation
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Lafayette Public Library — Free entry — Explore the fascinating world of moose in Boulder County at this engaging presentation.
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Solar 101 Training
6-7:30 p.m. — Lafayette Public Library — Free and open to the public — Learn how to add solar panels to your home or business with expert insights on technology, incentives, and savings.
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6 Million Dollar Band 80’s Dance Party
6-6:30 p.m. — Nissi's Entertainment Venue & Event Center — $20-$45 — Experience high-energy 80s new wave dance hits performed with authentic flair.
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Hard-To-Recycle Event 2025
2-6 p.m. — Flatirons Church Back Parking Lot — Free registration required — Drop off hard-to-recycle items and help your community stay sustainable.
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Earth Day, Every Day Celebration 2025
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Bob L Burger Recreation Center — Free entry — Celebrate Earth with eco-exhibitors, live entertainment, and fun activities for all ages.
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Shelvis and the Roustabouts Live Performance
Doors 6-6:30 p.m. — Nissi's Entertainment Venue & Event Center — $20 reserved seating, $25 admission night of — Experience high-energy rockabilly music from an award-winning band led by the powerhouse Lori 'Shelvis' Muha.
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Safe Conversations Workshop
2-4 p.m. — Lafayette Public Library — Registration required — Master the art of dialogue and connection in this two-session workshop for teens and adults.
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Lafayette Farmers Market
9 AM – 1 PM — Lafayette Colorado Farmers Market — Free entry — Explore local produce and artisan goods while enjoying a sunny day at the market.
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Maker Mondays: Hand Embroidered Sea Turtle Workshop
1:30-3:30 p.m. — Lafayette Public Library — Registration required — Learn hand embroidery techniques while creating a colorful sea turtle in a fun, creative setting.
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