Good Day
Lafayette
Thursday, September 11th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ This week, Lafayette offers families storytimes at the Public Library and WOW! Children’s Museum, makerspace drop-ins, bilingual sessions and a fall prevention talk at Senior Services — live music at Nissi’s, a Jen Silverman performance at Arapaho Center Theater and interactive sessions like Conversations in English add more options for all ages. Colorado Hometown Weekly
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette Police Chief Rick Bashor—who began as a volunteer reserve officer and was named chief in 2010—will retire on Oct. 9 after nearly 43 years with the department. He oversaw the department's growth from 18 to 51 officers during his career. Colorado Hometown Weekly
- ➤ Rocky Mountain Equality will host a Boulder Valley School Board candidate forum from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday at the Equality Center of the Rocky Mountains, 3340 Mitchell Lane—four candidates including Nicole Rajpal, Ana Temu Otting, Deann Bucher and Jeffrey Anderson will attend this in-person event. Colorado Hometown Weekly
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Art Night Out
5-9 p.m. — Festival Plaza — Always free — Experience a vibrant evening of art, performance, and community fun in Lafayette.
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Same Sky Concert
7-11 p.m. — Muse Performance Space — Tickets available — Experience a captivating blend of musical styles with the band Same Sky.
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Bounce Volleyball Fall Open Run & Tournament
5-7 p.m. — Bounce Empire — Check website for cost — Engage in friendly competition at the world's largest inflatable amusement park.
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Older Adult Resource Fair
9 a.m.–noon — Bob L Burger Recreation Center — Free admission — A valuable resource fair offering information on aging, caregiving, and wellness.
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Hoedown Fundraiser for Miracles Therapeutic Riding Center
11 PM – 2 AM — 11051 Jasper Rd, Lafayette — Check website for entry cost — Kick up your boots for a fun night of dancing, food trucks, and auctions supporting a great cause.
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Lafayette Farmers Market
9 AM – 1 PM — Lafayette Colorado Farmers Market — Free entry — Discover beautiful flowers and connect with local vendors at this vibrant market.
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Maker Mondays: Zine Scene Workshop
1:30-3:30 p.m. — Lafayette Public Library — Registration required — Create your own zine with a fun blend of art and history in this engaging workshop.
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Bourbon Blues & Grooves with Wandering Roads
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Nissi's Entertainment Venue & Event Center — Free Admission — Enjoy a night of classic rock and blues with a mix of favorites and originals.
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Junk Yard Dawgs Concert
Doors 6:30 p.m. — Nissi's Entertainment Venue & Event Center — Free Admission — Enjoy a night of classic rock hits from the 70s to today with the Junk Yard Dawgs.
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Lafayette Birds: Monthly Bird Watching Event
1-3 p.m. — Greenlee Wildlife Preserve — Free entry — Experience the joy of bird watching with guides and equipment provided at the beautiful Greenlee Wildlife Preserve.
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