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Friday, September 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This weekend, events in the region include Groundworks Art Lab’s 10th annual Chili Bowl fundraiser at 1010 Aurora Ave. in Boulder on Saturday and Sunday, the Jaipur Literature Festival at Boulder Public Library, a canyon concert by Graham Good and the Painters at Jamestown Mercantile at 7 p.m. today, drag trivia at The Passenger in Longmont on Saturday, and Upslope Brewing’s backcountry tap room at Winter Park Resort on Saturday. Some events charge a fee that benefits local art programs and land preservation efforts—others offer free community access. Colorado Hometown Weekly
- ➤ Today, art lovers in Lafayette and the Boulder area can explore diverse exhibitions including the Lafayette Collective Community Arts Center’s 'Lost and Found: Art with Found Objects'—showing works with over 50% reused materials through Sept. 21, as well as events like MediaLive at the Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art and a new endangered ferret print at Shark’s Ink. Various galleries in nearby Longmont and Niwot also offer shows running through the coming weeks, giving art fans many options to enjoy local creativity. Colorado Hometown Weekly
DRINK NEWS
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FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A new study by Seniorly shows seniors in 41 states face a retirement savings gap that averages $115,000—Colorado retirees are expected to have a $38,000 surplus while states such as California face gaps of up to $337,000 due to high costs and longer lives. Colorado Hometown Weekly
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Chief Rick Bashor, who served the Lafayette Police Department nearly 43 years—15 years as chief—will retire on October 9; his long career brought growth in the number of officers and new community programs to improve public safety. City of 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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