Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of October.
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🏘️ Community
On October 21, officials installed two new plaques at Lafayette Cemetery to honor about 200 people buried in unmarked graves.
Mayor J.D. Mangat and historian Frank Archuleta called for adding more names—marking a step toward recognizing past wrongs and continuing research.
🌲 Environment
Lafayette residents now have several ways to manage fallen leaves to improve soil health and prevent drainage problems.
They may leave leaves as natural mulch or use their weekly compost carts and special cleanup events on Nov. 1, 8, or 15—plus, they receive a discount for yard debris drop-off at Western Disposal.
🏥 Health
Boulder County Public Health gave out the 2025 Healthy Community Awards on Oct.
17 at the Boulder County Southeast Hub in Lafayette—local leaders were commended for their work to make the county healthier and more fair. The awards honored winners such as Lisa Allen of Boulder Community Health, the team from Gapter Septic Systems & Excavation, Melissa Bonomo from Albertsons, UpRoot Colorado and Alejandro Prieto, who helped people get needed care.
🎉 Lafayette Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Under One Sky: Kutandara’s Annual Fundraising Concert
6-7 p.m. — Nissi's Entertainment Venue & Event Center — Reserved: $50, Students/Seniors: $30 — Experience a night of music showcasing artists overcoming adversity through creativity.
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