Friday, October 17th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Locals in Boulder County are making their own Halloween costumes using thrift store finds and special pieces instead of store-bought polyester looks, said Margaret Skowronski at The Ritz costume shop. She said the DIY trend, including vampire and Wicked-inspired looks, helps save money and lets people reuse items for future events—keeping costumes fun and affordable. Colorado Hometown Weekly
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Boulder County is asking residents to help shape its new transit plan called Linking Boulder County — the county is gathering input through an online survey, a virtual open house on November 6 from 5:30 to 7 p.m., and local pop-up events until November 20 — the plan covers buses, shuttles, and ride-sharing services such as Ride Free Lafayette. This initiative aims to understand current and future transit needs for a growing community. Boulder County
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Infestation 303: Tribute to Ratt
6-6:30 p.m. — Nissi's Entertainment Venue & Event Center — $15-$25 — Experience the Ratt and Roll sound of the Sunset Strip with this Denver tribute band.
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POP-UP Sale at Maverick Fiber Arts
10 a.m.–2 p.m. — Maverick Fiber Arts — Check for special deals — Explore a unique pop-up sale featuring quality lamb, beef, and pork cuts alongside local fiber arts.
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Lafayette Farmers Market
9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Lafayette Colorado Farmers Market — Free entry — Explore fresh local produce and artisanal goods in a vibrant community setting.
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Lafayette Birds! First Sunday Bird Watching
1-3 p.m. — Greenlee Wildlife Preserve — No cost — Explore bird watching with expert guides and family-friendly activities at Greenlee Preserve.
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Vitalant Blood Drive
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Lafayette Public Library — Walk-ins welcome — Contribute to saving lives at the mobile blood drive by Vitalant.
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Deja Blu Variety Dance Band
Doors 6:30 p.m. — Nissi's Entertainment Venue & Event Center — $15 reserved seating, $20 general admission — Enjoy a night of dancing with hits from the 70s to today's favorites.
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Beatles vs Stones: A Musical Showdown
6-6:30 p.m. — Nissi's Entertainment Venue & Event Center — $20-$45 — Experience a legendary rock 'n' roll face-off featuring tribute bands for the Beatles and Rolling Stones.
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Christmas Bazaar
5-8 p.m. — Indian Peaks Golf Course — Shop early and save — Discover festive gift baskets, baked goods, crafts, and jewelry at a neighborhood favorite.
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Herbal Therapeutics for the Nervous System
6:30-8 p.m. — Balanced Root Apothecary — Cost info unavailable — Discover herbal allies that promote calm and resilience in your nervous system.
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20th Anniversary Celebration of Message in a Bottle
6-6:30 p.m. — Nissi's Entertainment Venue & Event Center — Reserved Seating $25, General Admission $15 — Celebrate 20 years with tributes to The Police, Missing Persons, and Depeche Mode.
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