Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of July.
Good morning, Lafayette.
Boulder County Commissioners approved over $1.6 million for seven wildfire mitigation projects in the Spring 2025 Strategic Fuels Mitigation Grant cycle—these awards will be matched with more than $2.1 million from partner agencies and build on earlier work that treated over 700 acres on more than 2,300 acres of land. The grants aim to reduce wildfire risk and improve forest health across the county.
Picnic on the Plaza
12-1 p.m. — Festival Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxing picnic with free live music from a variety of local artists.
Booyah 90s! Ten | Linger | Guerrilla Radio
6-6:30 p.m. — Nissi's Entertainment Venue & Event Center — $15-$25 — Relive the 90s with a tribute to Pearl Jam, The Cranberries, and Rage Against The Machine.
Lafayette Farmers Market
9 AM – 1 PM — Lafayette Colorado Farmers Market — Free entry — Discover local flowers and fresh produce while enjoying a vibrant community atmosphere.
Vitalant Blood Drive
10 AM - 2 PM — Lafayette Public Library — Walk-ins welcome — Donate blood and help save lives at this local drive by Vitalant.
Art Night Out
5-9 p.m. — Festival Plaza — Free entry — Engage with local artisans and enjoy live performances under the summer sky.
Lafayette Colorado Farmers Market — Star Acres Flower Farm
9 AM – 1 PM — Lafayette Colorado Farmers Market — Free entry — Discover fresh flowers and meet local growers at this vibrant market.
Bourbon, Blues, & Grooves with Ghost Town Blues Band
6:30-10 p.m. — Nissi's Entertainment Venue & Event Center — Free admission — Experience high-energy modern blues with a Memphis flair from the acclaimed Ghost Town Blues Band.
Picnic on the Plaza
12-1 p.m. — Festival Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy a picnic with live music featuring Laurie & Lorrie on the lawn.
Live Well Love Yourself: A Self-Care Meetup
1-2:30 p.m. — Waneka Lake Park — Free entry — Connect with the community while learning self-care practices in a serene environment.
26th Annual Lafayette Peach Festival
9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Old Town Lafayette on Public Road — Free entry — Celebrate Palisade peaches with culinary delights and local vendors at this beloved community festival.
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