Lafayette Connection Calendar Events Find Events Online Except where noted, additional details for all events can be found at cityoflafayette.com/events
u APRIL Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays
Zumba Drop-in Fitness Classes Bob Burger Recreation Center cityoflafayette.com/Fitness
April 20
Issues Over Coffee with City Council 3:30-4:30pm Brewing Market 2770 Dagny Way
April 23
Secure Document Shredding Event
8am-12pm WalMart parking lot, SE corner
May 25
u JULY
2:00pm at Romero Park 201 S. Bermont Street
Lafayette Birds. Family Birdwatching
STEM Exhibit Dedication
u JUNE June 1-July 20
Middle/High School Conditioning 4-5pm Bob Burger Recreation Center cityoflafayette.com/Fitness
June 6-August 5
Summer Camps. Ages 3-12
1-3pm Greenlee Wildlife Preserve
July 4
Fourth of July Celebration
4-10pm Waneka Lake Music, food, activities, beer/wine Free shuttle from Flatirons Church lafayettecolorado.com
Wednesdays in July
Summer Concert Series
June 1-July 31 Register by July 24 Library Summer Reading Program
July 13
April 28
Prizes awarded June 8-July 31 cityoflafayette.com/Library
6:00pm Lafayette Public Library
June 3
July 15
April 30
10:30am Lafayette Public Library cityoflafayette.com/Library
10:30am Lafayette Public Library cityoflafayette.com/Library
Drug Take Back Event
10am-2pm WalMart parking lot, SE corner
Geology of Colorado
Michael Adams Poetry Event
2:00pm Youth reading; 300 E. Simpson 7:00pm Adult reading; 300 E. Simpson
u MAY May 2-8 Register by May 1
Screen-Free Week. Ages K-12
Turn off your screens for a free week/prizes at the Bob Burger Rec Center cityoflafayette.com/ScreenFreeWeek
May 8
Moms Play Free on Mother’s Day with a child’s paid admission Bob Burger Recreation Center
May 8, June 5, July 3
Lafayette Birds. Family Birdwatching 1-3pm Greenlee Wildlife Preserve
Magician Ann Lincoln
June 5
Lafayette Birds. Family Birdwatching 1-3pm Greenlee Wildlife Preserve
June 11
Bicycle Rodeo with Lafayette Police Lafayette Walk and Wheel Launch Fun activities for the whole family 9am-12pm North parking lot of Flatirons Church on Waneka Pkwy
June 17
Ventriloquist Meghan Casey 10:30am Lafayette Public Library cityoflafayette.com/Library
June 17, Every 3rd Friday
Art Night Out – Rebecca Folsom Band
Public Safety Day for Kids
10am-2pm Lamont Does Park & Pool Activities, lunch, swimming and more!
Sound Ideas with Michael Stanwood
July 15, Every 3rd Friday
Art Night Out – Spring Fever Bluegrass Band
with a child’s paid admission Bob Burger Recreation Center
• sign up to receive News Alerts & Calendar Events via text or email
June 22
Bike to Work Day – Breakfast Station
• sign up to receive monthly Arts, Library & Recreation newsletters
June 23
• follow the City’s Facebook & Twitter pages
9am-2:30pm Departs from the Senior Center 303-661-1492
• learn about Nextdoor for your neighborhood
May 23
Blackhawk Casino Trip
8:30am-3:30pm Departs from the Senior Center 303-661-1492
Important Addresses
Bob Burger Rec Center, 111 W. Baseline Rd Festival Plaza, 311 S. Public Rd Lafayette Library, 775 W. Baseline Rd Senior Center, 103 S. Iowa
6:30-9am; 775 W. Baseline Rd
Coors Brewery Trip
u Help
Preserve this Piece of Historic Public Art!
A recently uncovered Coca-Cola® mural represents one colorful stage in the century-long life of the historic structure once located at 201 N. Public Road. Originally constructed during the first decade of the 1900s, the building had served as a pharmacy and multiple bars and restaurants over the years. As the building was being torn down in June of 2015, crews discovered this exhilarating mural along the south wall.
Know what’s happening in your community!
June 19
5-9pm Art, activities, food trucks, beer/wine Public Road between Cannon & Emma
The amount of water available to replenish the lake and the refill pace will be dependent upon the spring snowpack run-off, which is expected to begin sometime in May. Learn more about the drainage and habitat projects at cityoflafayette.com/WanekaLake.
with the City
3:30-4:30pm East Simpson Coffee Co. 414 East Simpson
Art Night Out – Grant Farm Band
c i t yo f l a fay e t t e . c o m
Thanks to help from Boy Scout Troops 271 and 766, and many local volunteers, the wildlife habitat at Waneka Lake was significantly improved this winter during the outlet valve replacement project. Activities included spawning beds, floating wildlife perches, artificial reef construction, and the clearing of debris from the lake bed.
Connect
Go to www.cityoflafayette.com/ CONNECT and
May 20, Every 3rd Friday
www.cityoflafayette.com/Connect to sign up for text/email notices, Emergency Alerts, and view online publications. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook!
Waneka Lake – Coming Back Better than Before!
5-9pm Art, activities, food trucks, beer/wine Public Road between Cannon & Emma
May 18
Dads Play Free on Father’s Day
u The Lafayette Connection encourages residents to BE A PART OF IT—engaged and informed about COMMUNITY LIFE, HEALTHY LIFESTYLES, and SUSTAINABLE LIVING in Lafayette. The Lafayette Connection is published three times a year, connecting you with your community.
7-8:30pm Waneka Lake Park
5-9pm Art, activities, food trucks, beer/wine Public Road between Cannon & Emma
Issues Over Coffee with City Council
SPRING
July 3
Choose from day camps, sports, and more cityoflafayette.com/Camps
April 30
2016
Learn more about the mural’s history, share your stories with us, and donate to preservation efforts at cityoflafayette.com/Mural. Mural preservation work at the Lafayette Fire Station.
Don’t Be Left in the Dark
Choose to receive the City news that’s important to you – and stay informed about what’s happening in Lafayette. Options include emergency alerts, calendar events, city news, specific department news flashes, and more.
Waneka Lake Park, 1600 Caria Dr Symbol denotes an ongoing and/or reoccurring event
Lea una version en Español en www.cityoflafayette.com/conexión.
Go to cityoflafayette.com/ NotifyMe and select which
items you’d like to receive via text and/or email.
Mayor’s Corner In my role as mayor I have the opportunity to hear from citizens in the grocery store, library, on our public trails, or at one of our council events. Listening and learning from others about what makes Lafayette such a special place to live is inspiring. It always comes back to people’s sense of community. People talk Mayor Christine Berg, husband Zak, daughter Sunny about their being part of something larger, shared values and a desire to connect with their neighbors. How do you define community? During our city council strategic planning session in January, we discussed our vision for the community of Lafayette. We talked about placemaking which “capitalizes on a local community’s assets, inspiration, and potential, with the intention of creating public spaces that promote people’s health, happiness, and well being.” It also incorporates the planning, management and design of public spaces to meet these goals.
Be a Part of...Healthy Lifestyles u Police
Bike Rodeo / Walk and Wheel Launch Event
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On Saturday, June 11 children and parents alike will have an opportunity to learn about bicycle safety and the City’s new active transportation project – Lafayette Walk and Wheel. Kids under 12 can have helmets and bikes inspected, and take a spin through the obstacle course where they will learn safety skills from the Police Department. From 9am to 12pm participants can enjoy free food, exciting prize drawings, and lots of fun activities. Visit cityoflafayette. com/WalkAndWheel for location, additional event details, and information about the City’s Walk and Wheel bicycle and pedestrian program.
As we engage our neighbors, friends and family on a daily basis on what’s important to them, we define our sense of place. In an attempt to celebrate and identify these values, city council embarked on a mission to create a statement of values for our community. This is what we came up with in discussing why we love our town, and what we can do to make it even better for all of our citizens. Many thanks to staff who expertly assembled our thoughts into sentences: “We foresee a strong economy that is diverse and sustainable, attracts innovators, encourages a balance of big and small businesses, and meets the community’s needs. We intend to shape the future through strengthening our voice on environmental stewardship and social issues, taking an active role in sustainability and strategic planning development, and facilitating leadership development and fresh thinking. We strive to be a connected community that encourages cooperative relationships and inclusivity, expects accessibility and communication, nurtures resiliency, appreciates multi-culturalism, and humanizes physical and social interactions within the City. We support placemaking endeavors that stimulate historic preservation and the arts, encourage open space stewardship and networking of neighborhoods, and promote comprehensive planning and livability.” How do you define community? Let us know!
Mayor Christine Berg
Be a Part of...Community Life Board Openings
Help guide the Lafayette community’s forward motion by serving on a city Board or Commission. Applications are currently being accepted for the Planning Commission, Energy Sustainability Advisory Committee, and the Urban Renewal Authority. Visit cityoflafayette.com/Volunteer for details.
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Now Hiring for Seasonal Jobs
The City is hiring teens and adults to assist with seasonal facilities and programs. Visit cityoflafayette.com/Jobs to view all available jobs and apply online.
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Follow What’s Developing in Lafayette
There are exciting new projects coming to Lafayette that will provide economic growth and sustainable revenue for the community. Understanding the process for new development projects can be confusing. We’ve designed a webpage to help inform residents about the steps involved, quasi-judicial proceedings, the public hearing process, and how to provide input. This page also provides information on current projects submitted for consideration. Visit cityoflafayette.com/Development.
ISSUES over COFFEE May 18
3:30-4:30pm East Simpson Coffee 414 E. Simpson St.
Contact City Council and view their upcoming event calendar at www.cityoflafayette.com/CityCouncil. Volunteer with the city, or join a board or commission at cityoflafayette.com/Volunteer.
Because Colorado is one of the driest states in the U.S., the City’s stewardship as it relates to our water rights, storage, delivery, and treatment activities are of utmost importance to residents. Projects planned and currently in place have made it necessary to raise residential water rates 5% annually over the next six years. This additional funding will be invested to protect our water resources now and into the future. More information and a rate comparison chart can be found at cityoflafayette.com/WaterRates.
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Save Water AND Money The Public Works Department is busy providing many ways for Lafayette residents to conserve water and save on utility bills. Visit cityoflafayette.com/ Conservation for full details on these programs;
• Ultra high-efficiency toilets • Turf replacement program • Indoor/outdoor water audits • Garden-In-a-Box • Xeriscape seminars
u Rooftop
Solar, Electric Bikes and EV Discounts
e-Billing and Online Payment Systems Now Available
u
cityoflafayette.com
Water Rate Update
u Utility
Discuss important issues with City Council over a warm cup of coffee! 3:30-4:30pm Brewing Market 2770 Dagny Way
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For a limited time, Lafayette residents can take advantage of discounted pricing for roof-mounted solar systems, electric bikes and electric vehicles (EV) through the Solar Benefits Boulder County program. Details are available at cityoflafayette.com/GoGreen.
Join the fun at Art Night Out every 3rd Friday May-Sept from 5-9pm! Art, music, activities, beer/wine, food trucks and more in Old Town. Check the calendar on back for band listings. cityoflafayette.com/ANO
April 20
Be a Part of...Sustainable Living
Website Renovation Coming in April
Visitors will soon notice a fresh, new look to the City’s website; www.cityoflafayette.com. The modernized online presence will include a simplified and streamlined navigation, quick link buttons, and a helpful “How Do I?” menu selection. The site will also be optimized for mobile device and tablet viewing. Users who have signed up to receive text and email notifications will continue to receive correspondence from the City. For residents not currently receiving news alerts and announcements, visit cityoflafayette.com/NotifyMe to subscribe.
It’s easy to sign up for Lafayette’s secure, convenient, environmentally-friendly utility billing program by visiting cityoflafayette.com/eBill. Utility customers can also register at cityoflafayette.com/PayOnline to pay bills online with a credit card or through automatic withdrawal.
u Annual
Spring Clean Up to Run April 26 - May 6
This free, “green” event provides residents with an opportunity to dispose of yard waste and bundled branches. Yard waste is required to be placed in compostable bags. Check the City website for pick up dates in your neighborhood cityoflafayette.com/SpringCleanup.
Mayor’s Corner In my role as mayor I have the opportunity to hear from citizens in the grocery store, library, on our public trails, or at one of our council events. Listening and learning from others about what makes Lafayette such a special place to live is inspiring. It always comes back to people’s sense of community. People talk Mayor Christine Berg, husband Zak, daughter Sunny about their being part of something larger, shared values and a desire to connect with their neighbors. How do you define community? During our city council strategic planning session in January, we discussed our vision for the community of Lafayette. We talked about placemaking which “capitalizes on a local community’s assets, inspiration, and potential, with the intention of creating public spaces that promote people’s health, happiness, and well being.” It also incorporates the planning, management and design of public spaces to meet these goals.
Be a Part of...Healthy Lifestyles u Police
Bike Rodeo / Walk and Wheel Launch Event
u
On Saturday, June 11 children and parents alike will have an opportunity to learn about bicycle safety and the City’s new active transportation project – Lafayette Walk and Wheel. Kids under 12 can have helmets and bikes inspected, and take a spin through the obstacle course where they will learn safety skills from the Police Department. From 9am to 12pm participants can enjoy free food, exciting prize drawings, and lots of fun activities. Visit cityoflafayette. com/WalkAndWheel for location, additional event details, and information about the City’s Walk and Wheel bicycle and pedestrian program.
As we engage our neighbors, friends and family on a daily basis on what’s important to them, we define our sense of place. In an attempt to celebrate and identify these values, city council embarked on a mission to create a statement of values for our community. This is what we came up with in discussing why we love our town, and what we can do to make it even better for all of our citizens. Many thanks to staff who expertly assembled our thoughts into sentences: “We foresee a strong economy that is diverse and sustainable, attracts innovators, encourages a balance of big and small businesses, and meets the community’s needs. We intend to shape the future through strengthening our voice on environmental stewardship and social issues, taking an active role in sustainability and strategic planning development, and facilitating leadership development and fresh thinking. We strive to be a connected community that encourages cooperative relationships and inclusivity, expects accessibility and communication, nurtures resiliency, appreciates multi-culturalism, and humanizes physical and social interactions within the City. We support placemaking endeavors that stimulate historic preservation and the arts, encourage open space stewardship and networking of neighborhoods, and promote comprehensive planning and livability.” How do you define community? Let us know!
Mayor Christine Berg
Be a Part of...Community Life Board Openings
Help guide the Lafayette community’s forward motion by serving on a city Board or Commission. Applications are currently being accepted for the Planning Commission, Energy Sustainability Advisory Committee, and the Urban Renewal Authority. Visit cityoflafayette.com/Volunteer for details.
u
Now Hiring for Seasonal Jobs
The City is hiring teens and adults to assist with seasonal facilities and programs. Visit cityoflafayette.com/Jobs to view all available jobs and apply online.
u
Follow What’s Developing in Lafayette
There are exciting new projects coming to Lafayette that will provide economic growth and sustainable revenue for the community. Understanding the process for new development projects can be confusing. We’ve designed a webpage to help inform residents about the steps involved, quasi-judicial proceedings, the public hearing process, and how to provide input. This page also provides information on current projects submitted for consideration. Visit cityoflafayette.com/Development.
ISSUES over COFFEE May 18
3:30-4:30pm East Simpson Coffee 414 E. Simpson St.
Contact City Council and view their upcoming event calendar at www.cityoflafayette.com/CityCouncil. Volunteer with the city, or join a board or commission at cityoflafayette.com/Volunteer.
Because Colorado is one of the driest states in the U.S., the City’s stewardship as it relates to our water rights, storage, delivery, and treatment activities are of utmost importance to residents. Projects planned and currently in place have made it necessary to raise residential water rates 5% annually over the next six years. This additional funding will be invested to protect our water resources now and into the future. More information and a rate comparison chart can be found at cityoflafayette.com/WaterRates.
u
Save Water AND Money The Public Works Department is busy providing many ways for Lafayette residents to conserve water and save on utility bills. Visit cityoflafayette.com/ Conservation for full details on these programs;
• Ultra high-efficiency toilets • Turf replacement program • Indoor/outdoor water audits • Garden-In-a-Box • Xeriscape seminars
u Rooftop
Solar, Electric Bikes and EV Discounts
e-Billing and Online Payment Systems Now Available
u
cityoflafayette.com
Water Rate Update
u Utility
Discuss important issues with City Council over a warm cup of coffee! 3:30-4:30pm Brewing Market 2770 Dagny Way
u
For a limited time, Lafayette residents can take advantage of discounted pricing for roof-mounted solar systems, electric bikes and electric vehicles (EV) through the Solar Benefits Boulder County program. Details are available at cityoflafayette.com/GoGreen.
Join the fun at Art Night Out every 3rd Friday May-Sept from 5-9pm! Art, music, activities, beer/wine, food trucks and more in Old Town. Check the calendar on back for band listings. cityoflafayette.com/ANO
April 20
Be a Part of...Sustainable Living
Website Renovation Coming in April
Visitors will soon notice a fresh, new look to the City’s website; www.cityoflafayette.com. The modernized online presence will include a simplified and streamlined navigation, quick link buttons, and a helpful “How Do I?” menu selection. The site will also be optimized for mobile device and tablet viewing. Users who have signed up to receive text and email notifications will continue to receive correspondence from the City. For residents not currently receiving news alerts and announcements, visit cityoflafayette.com/NotifyMe to subscribe.
It’s easy to sign up for Lafayette’s secure, convenient, environmentally-friendly utility billing program by visiting cityoflafayette.com/eBill. Utility customers can also register at cityoflafayette.com/PayOnline to pay bills online with a credit card or through automatic withdrawal.
u Annual
Spring Clean Up to Run April 26 - May 6
This free, “green” event provides residents with an opportunity to dispose of yard waste and bundled branches. Yard waste is required to be placed in compostable bags. Check the City website for pick up dates in your neighborhood cityoflafayette.com/SpringCleanup.
Lafayette Connection Calendar Events Find Events Online Except where noted, additional details for all events can be found at cityoflafayette.com/events
u APRIL Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays
Zumba Drop-in Fitness Classes Bob Burger Recreation Center cityoflafayette.com/Fitness
April 20
Issues Over Coffee with City Council 3:30-4:30pm Brewing Market 2770 Dagny Way
April 23
Secure Document Shredding Event
8am-12pm WalMart parking lot, SE corner
May 25
u JULY
2:00pm at Romero Park 201 S. Bermont Street
Lafayette Birds. Family Birdwatching
STEM Exhibit Dedication
u JUNE June 1-July 20
Middle/High School Conditioning 4-5pm Bob Burger Recreation Center cityoflafayette.com/Fitness
June 6-August 5
Summer Camps. Ages 3-12
1-3pm Greenlee Wildlife Preserve
July 4
Fourth of July Celebration
4-10pm Waneka Lake Music, food, activities, beer/wine Free shuttle from Flatirons Church lafayettecolorado.com
Wednesdays in July
Summer Concert Series
June 1-July 31 Register by July 24 Library Summer Reading Program
July 13
April 28
Prizes awarded June 8-July 31 cityoflafayette.com/Library
6:00pm Lafayette Public Library
June 3
July 15
April 30
10:30am Lafayette Public Library cityoflafayette.com/Library
10:30am Lafayette Public Library cityoflafayette.com/Library
Drug Take Back Event
10am-2pm WalMart parking lot, SE corner
Geology of Colorado
Michael Adams Poetry Event
2:00pm Youth reading; 300 E. Simpson 7:00pm Adult reading; 300 E. Simpson
u MAY May 2-8 Register by May 1
Screen-Free Week. Ages K-12
Turn off your screens for a free week/prizes at the Bob Burger Rec Center cityoflafayette.com/ScreenFreeWeek
May 8
Moms Play Free on Mother’s Day with a child’s paid admission Bob Burger Recreation Center
May 8, June 5, July 3
Lafayette Birds. Family Birdwatching 1-3pm Greenlee Wildlife Preserve
Magician Ann Lincoln
June 5
Lafayette Birds. Family Birdwatching 1-3pm Greenlee Wildlife Preserve
June 11
Bicycle Rodeo with Lafayette Police Lafayette Walk and Wheel Launch Fun activities for the whole family 9am-12pm North parking lot of Flatirons Church on Waneka Pkwy
June 17
Ventriloquist Meghan Casey 10:30am Lafayette Public Library cityoflafayette.com/Library
June 17, Every 3rd Friday
Art Night Out – Rebecca Folsom Band
Public Safety Day for Kids
10am-2pm Lamont Does Park & Pool Activities, lunch, swimming and more!
Sound Ideas with Michael Stanwood
July 15, Every 3rd Friday
Art Night Out – Spring Fever Bluegrass Band
with a child’s paid admission Bob Burger Recreation Center
• sign up to receive News Alerts & Calendar Events via text or email
June 22
Bike to Work Day – Breakfast Station
• sign up to receive monthly Arts, Library & Recreation newsletters
June 23
• follow the City’s Facebook & Twitter pages
9am-2:30pm Departs from the Senior Center 303-661-1492
• learn about Nextdoor for your neighborhood
May 23
Blackhawk Casino Trip
8:30am-3:30pm Departs from the Senior Center 303-661-1492
Important Addresses
Bob Burger Rec Center, 111 W. Baseline Rd Festival Plaza, 311 S. Public Rd Lafayette Library, 775 W. Baseline Rd Senior Center, 103 S. Iowa
6:30-9am; 775 W. Baseline Rd
Coors Brewery Trip
u Help
Preserve this Piece of Historic Public Art!
A recently uncovered Coca-Cola® mural represents one colorful stage in the century-long life of the historic structure once located at 201 N. Public Road. Originally constructed during the first decade of the 1900s, the building had served as a pharmacy and multiple bars and restaurants over the years. As the building was being torn down in June of 2015, crews discovered this exhilarating mural along the south wall.
Know what’s happening in your community!
June 19
5-9pm Art, activities, food trucks, beer/wine Public Road between Cannon & Emma
The amount of water available to replenish the lake and the refill pace will be dependent upon the spring snowpack run-off, which is expected to begin sometime in May. Learn more about the drainage and habitat projects at cityoflafayette.com/WanekaLake.
with the City
3:30-4:30pm East Simpson Coffee Co. 414 East Simpson
Art Night Out – Grant Farm Band
c i t yo f l a fay e t t e . c o m
Thanks to help from Boy Scout Troops 271 and 766, and many local volunteers, the wildlife habitat at Waneka Lake was significantly improved this winter during the outlet valve replacement project. Activities included spawning beds, floating wildlife perches, artificial reef construction, and the clearing of debris from the lake bed.
Connect
Go to www.cityoflafayette.com/ CONNECT and
May 20, Every 3rd Friday
www.cityoflafayette.com/Connect to sign up for text/email notices, Emergency Alerts, and view online publications. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook!
Waneka Lake – Coming Back Better than Before!
5-9pm Art, activities, food trucks, beer/wine Public Road between Cannon & Emma
May 18
Dads Play Free on Father’s Day
u The Lafayette Connection encourages residents to BE A PART OF IT—engaged and informed about COMMUNITY LIFE, HEALTHY LIFESTYLES, and SUSTAINABLE LIVING in Lafayette. The Lafayette Connection is published three times a year, connecting you with your community.
7-8:30pm Waneka Lake Park
5-9pm Art, activities, food trucks, beer/wine Public Road between Cannon & Emma
Issues Over Coffee with City Council
SPRING
July 3
Choose from day camps, sports, and more cityoflafayette.com/Camps
April 30
2016
Learn more about the mural’s history, share your stories with us, and donate to preservation efforts at cityoflafayette.com/Mural. Mural preservation work at the Lafayette Fire Station.
Don’t Be Left in the Dark
Choose to receive the City news that’s important to you – and stay informed about what’s happening in Lafayette. Options include emergency alerts, calendar events, city news, specific department news flashes, and more.
Waneka Lake Park, 1600 Caria Dr Symbol denotes an ongoing and/or reoccurring event
Lea una version en Español en www.cityoflafayette.com/conexión.
Go to cityoflafayette.com/ NotifyMe and select which
items you’d like to receive via text and/or email.