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Steve’s Automotive and Alignment offers a range of services to make your life easier. As a full service automotive repair and automotive maintenance shop, Steve’s Automotive prides itself on providing high-quality service. Locally owned and operated by Steve Powers, the shop is committed to providing personalized auto repair for each customer. At the shop, no one is simply a repair order. The staff at Steve’s treats each vehicle individually and thoroughly to ensure the best customer service, quality and value. The shop’s goal is to provide service that will leave customers with peace of mind and the staff is committed to excellence, integrity, value and positive relationships. Services at Steve’s are as varied as the type of autos the shop repairs. With four alignment systems in place, Steve’s can align almost any vehicle, from cars and trucks to SUVs and RVs. Steve’s is also certified to perform alignment and repairs on big rigs. Other services include transmission or brake work, air conditioning or a general tune-up. Steve’s also performs manufacturer-recommended services and has a full-service diesel technician on staff. With 21 years in business, Steve’s has proven to be a local favorite for auto repairs and maintenance. The mechanic staff at Steve’s has a combined 150 years of experience working on a variety of cars, trucks, SUVs and semis, and are known as Boulder County’s alignment experts. At Steve’s, customers don’t just get great service, but peace of mind.
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It’s obvious when you talk to John Stonum that he loves cars. More importantly, as the owner of Stonum Automotive, he understands that you love your car. That’s why he works so hard to help you keep your car in its peak running condition. In order to do that more efficiently and comfortably for all involved, expansion was required. No one has ever said that construction is easy, but for Stonum Automotive, it was definitely worth it. “We started with 2000 [square feet] and then 7000 in the same building. Now, we’re at 14,000,” says Stonum. Doubling the square footage of the building has allowed for a substantial increase in turnaround rate which means that you get your car back faster. Every mechanic now has two lifts to work with so that there’s no wasted time waiting while one car comes down so that another can go up. They now handle alignments for many of the body shops in town, without anyone having to make them wait. “The response has been overwhelmingly positive,” Stonum says. Employees and customers alike are pleased with all the extra space and ease of access. By choosing to build a new location rather than purchasing an existing building, Stonum was able to exercise greater
control over the outcome — a shop tailor made for their needs and the convenience of the customer. “I got to talk to guys who had already done it about what they wish they had done differently. I put a ton of thought into the design of the building. It’s super efficient,” he explains. That efficiency shows up everywhere, from the latest equipment and technology to energy usage. LED lighting and better insulation has confined the energy used to roughly the same as it was before, but in a building twice the size. And just because they work fossil fuels, doesn’t mean they don’t care about the planet. They also recycle all of their fluids, so nothing gets thrown away to contaminate the environment. They still serve their customers with the same dedication to quality that they always have. Stonum hires only the best technicians and there’s not a make or
model that they can’t handle-— even diesels and European models. With all that expertise under one roof, mistakes don’t happen often, but if they do, he and his employees do everything in their power to make it right. “When everything goes perfect—great, but when something goes wrong, that’s when you find out whether you have a good shop,” says Stonum. “Our first concern is that you have a fixed, safe car.” To that end, he welcomes every review. It’s rare to find a business owner that not only reads them, but acknowledges and interacts with those who leave them, making sure to address any issues that may arise. Finding a mechanic you can trust can be a scary prospect, but it you want to know what Stonum is all about, it’s all there in their slogan... “Honest car care and repair.”
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HOME & GARDEN
HEALTH Movember ....................................21 Vapor Trail: Are E-cigarettes a Safer Smoke?.................................... 24
Colorado ........................................... 28
Twelve Days of Christmas for Gardeners.................................8 How to winterize your outdoor spaces .............................10
COMMUNITY
TURNTABLE
Colorado Gives Day 2015 ..........41
Extraordinary Women,
Local Music Scene .......................14
Extraordinary Work ....................36
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featuring BUSINESS Women owned businesses thrive in
ENTERTAINMENT Women leaders steer Longmont arts organizations ..................................42
New Books ...................................16 Area Book Clubs and Events.....17
RELATIONSHIPS Depression symptoms can differ by gender............................................18
COMMUNITY FAMILY Pampered Pets: Discover the Benefits to Your Animal .............50
ENTERTAINMENT Be the star at your own bar ........52 Longmont Holiday Events.........60
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When I meet people in town, they usually say, “Oh, yeah, I know you, you’re Dr. Jessica. I’ve seen your ad in the Longmont Magazine.” Let’s start with me. Nineteen years ago when I was a freshman in college taking pre-med courses, I developed allergies which led to chronic sinus infections. My medical doctor had me on some really powerful drugs, but nothing was helping! The infections kept getting stronger and stronger and so did the doses of antibiotics. I was so sick for so long that my parents decided to take me out of school so I could focus on getting healthy. A friend of mine convinced me to give chiropractic a try, but I just didn’t believe in it! Out of desperation, I went to see him. The chiropractor did an exam, took some films, and then “adjusted” my spine. The adjustment didn’t hurt, it actually felt good. I finally got relief from the terrible pressure in my sinuses! My course of care worked so well that I have never had another sinus infection in over 18 years…and I went to chiropractic college instead of medical school, as I had planned. It’s strange how life is, because now people come to see me with their sinus and allergy problems. Also they come to me with their headaches, migraines, chronic pain, neck pain, shoulder/arm pain, whiplash from car accidents, backaches, ear infections, asthma, allergies, numbness in limbs, athletic injuries, just to name a few. Copyright 2000, KA
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editor’s note
The Ladies of Longmont According to the personal finance site NerdWallet, Colorado is one of the top places for female entrepreneurs in the country. That led me to wonder what other leads women were taking in Longmont, and as it turns out, quite a lot. Women are filling leadership roles in everything from business to nonprofits to the arts and we wanted to introduce you to a few of them. Some you may know and some you may not, but these women are vocal and prominent in this community, helping to shape the direction of Longmont for years to come. We should be proud of that, and of them and others like them. This is by no means a comprehensive list of ladies in Longmont who are making a difference in their way, but it’s a start. Odds are you know many outstanding women, and here’s a tip of the hat to them.
Holiday Time
This year, we’re focussing on fun around the holidays. Push the stress to the back burner for a little while and focus on what’s really important; your family, friends and community. Make it a priority to spend time together that you otherwise might not. Yes, yes, the gifts, the tree, the decorating, the food... they’re all parts of the holidays we love, but they’re not the whole. Longmont offers some wonderful ways to get out an enjoy the holiday spirit with the people you value and we’ve put together a quick list of events that will help you decide which are right for you. If getting outdoors is a priority, don’t forget the many parks and trails. Even after the snow falls, finding a place to sled, snowshoe, cross country and even ice skate, isn’t hard. The Longmont Ice Pavilion opened on November 7. Visit longmontcolorado.gov and for schedules, events and fees. If you don’t want to leave the house, bring your friends to you with a holiday house party. Wow them with your handcrafted cocktails- we’ll show you how. Wherever you decide to gather this holiday season, make it worth while and make it memorable—memories last far longer than the gifts will anyway. Happy holidays, Longmont! —Misty Kaiser
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Twelve Days of ChrisTmas
for Gardeners
By Carol O’Meara Colorado State University Extension
To celebrate the season, sing along with me (with apologies to the original version of the carol). In the final days of Christmas, the garden calls to me:
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seeds asprouting
In late winter, change up your garden by starting your own seeds. You’ll expand your varieties beyond the choices everyone is offered and have a garden custom fitted to your taste or pleasure.
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Pipes abursting If you haven’t
gotten your backflow preventers wrapped yet, take time to do so now. Burst pipes are common in January freezes, so swaddle the backflow device with R13 building insulation or towels, three to four inches thick, wrapping the pipe all the way to the ground. Cover it all with plastic, then secure it with duct tape.
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Deer a-leaping
Deep in winter when food is scarce, deer, elk, or moose can wreak havoc on thin barked trees and nibble shrubs to shreds.
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New varieties
Peruse garden catalogs for ideas on new varieties to try, such as kalettes or rainbow carrots. New introductions from around the globe means greater choices to add a thrill to your garden.
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squirrels a-digging
Cover places where bulbs are planted with chicken wire to prevent the pesky critters from digging up your hyacinths, tulips, and crocus.
Geese a-laying
They also waddle, stomp, and chase people away from public areas and golf courses, all the while leaving loads of excrement as calling cards. Businesses and cities looking for humane ways of moving those geese along can check out the Goosinator, a radio-controlled contraption that zips over land or water to chase off the birds (goosinator.com). Geese return every year to the pond where they were born, so if you can convince them to leave, your goose problem stays away.
mounds for mulching
Make sure your roses and perennials are snugged in with a four-inch layer of mulch. This prevents the ground from cycling between freeze and thaw, plus it helps retain moisture in the summer. Mulch around sapling trees and shrubs, too, being careful to keep the mulch about two inches away from the truck so rodents, insects, and disease organisms can’t tuck themselves up against the bark.
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How to winterize your outdoor spaces
Outdoor kitchens require special attention to protect them through the winter.
By Julie Kailus, Longmont Magazine
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ith cold weather on its way, most of us are already wondering how to keep our homes cozy this winter. Focused on furnaces, we often overlook our home’s most exposed elements: patio kitchens, yards and gardens, even windows and doors meant to keep heat inside. Winterizing your outdoor spaces can save inordinate time, money and headaches come spring when you’re ready to start enjoying them all over again.
Outdoor kitchen maintenance
“Nobody wants to open up an outdoor kitchen in spring and immediately clean up a mess,” says Vernetta Angelo
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of Budget Home Supply, which sells materials for decks and outdoor kitchen appliances. “Of course the kitchen will need a spruce up to go back into operation, but it certainly shouldn’t have dirty stuff remaining from last summer’s parties.” However with increasingly sophisticated patio appliances, winterizing may require more forethought and investigation of manufacturer recommendations. “Covering things up properly is not as straightforward as it may seem,” Angelo says. “Some appliances suffer damage from water trapped under covers. There are specialized materials that do not hold moisture in, yet still protect appliances from winter snow. Other appliances have a design that withstands winter weather and may not need any cover at all.”
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Start by removing all items and trays from refrigerators. “Check with manufacturer’s specifications, but most are safe to put in the dishwasher on a non-heated rinse,” Angelo says. “Otherwise, give them a good cleaning by hand.” Also scour grills, ovens and cook surfaces with appropriate cleaners. Wipe down all surfaces, and spray with disinfectant where appropriate. Avoid abrasive scrubs on stainless steel, which will leave the material permanently scratched. Assuming your outdoor kitchen won’t be used again, cut off water and gas supplies; turn off electricity on all units; and open water valves and disconnect water supply lines. Drain any remaining water from appliances that use water, including refrigerators with on-door water taps, icemakers, dishwashers and kegerators.
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Any water in any pipe or unit above the standard four-foot deepfreeze line may cause damage as it expands when it freezes, so be certain to get rid of all the water above ground. You can use compressed air to blow out water pipes that will have exposure during winter, according to Angelo. Sinks also need special consideration. During the winterization process, don’t forget the under-sink traps, which hold a small amount of water even when the sink is empty. Angelo recommends one of two processes: Either remove the trap and pour out the water or put a cupful of antifreeze into the sink to prevent any residual water from freezing during winter. Additionally, be sure to cover the sink basin so no debris or snow enters the sink or drain. Countertops, especially those made from stone, will benefit from a fresh coat of sealer before each winter.
Mulching and occasionally watering trees and flower beds through the winter helps protect root systems.
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Adhesive foam sealing strips can help close drafty spots around doors and windows during the winter.
Natural stone has tiny natural fissures, and even a little moisture that enters these tiny cracks is enough to cause damage when water freezes.
Yard and garden protection
Living landscapes need extra attention as homeowners weigh how best to put sensitive yards and gardens in hibernation mode so they’ll flourish come spring. “It’s important to make sure your lawn, trees and shrubs are well hydrated going into winter,” says Michael Morris of The Flower Bin Garden Center & Nursery. “Trees, shrubs, perennials and lawns that have been well watered are more likely to survive the winter and emerge strong in the spring. With a dry winter, it’s important to water every 4 to 5 weeks.” Now is also a great time to clean up garden beds. Removing plant debris before winter comes will help prevent insects and disease problems from surviving in your garden and re-infesting your plants in the spring. It’s also smart to add a top layer of organic material to perennial garden beds. “The dressing will assimilate into the soil through the course of the winter, improving your soil structure and fertility,” Morris says. Likewise a lawn winterizer fertilizer applied now
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gets stored in your lawn’s roots, so when the soil warms up in the spring grass will emerge stronger and green up quicker. To save tender summer bulbs (dahlias, cannas, glads), Morris advises digging them up now, drying them outside and storing the blubs in a cool spot (45-50 degrees) in vermiculite, coconut coir or peat moss. Young trees that have been in the ground six years or less should be wrapped to protect them from winter sun. A good rule of thumb is to cover trees at Halloween and uncover at Easter.
Keep the heat inside
Once you’ve winterized your outdoor spaces, the last thing you want to do is heat the backyard. Small home inefficiencies can quickly add up in cold months, so start sealing up all those areas that allow heat to escape outside. Chris Kurz, senior technician and comfort consultant at Welzig Heating and Air, has plenty of tips for doing just that. Start by getting a compass to find out where your home faces north, which has the most potential for heat loss. Check insulation we well as your combustion air pipe, which runs outside from the utility room, allowing proper oxygenation
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for the furnace. While the outpipe must remain open for safety purposes, Kurz recommends adding a five-gallon bucket under it, which will allow all the cold air to sink into the bucket. Windows and doors, of course, are infamous energy leakers. The best protection, according to Kurz, is simple clear cellophane, which when heat-sealed to windows creates a helpful insulating barrier. To ensure an airtight seal, cap doors by using foam sealant strips that are the exact width of the frame casing. Also check attic insulation, a notorious spot for heat loss, and don’t forget latent energy loss through those drafty dog doors, especially at windy, north-facing access points. Last but not least, unhook those hoses before your pipes freeze and you have a whole new “winterizing” issue to deal with. A little planning can help prepare your favorite outdoor spaces for a long winter—and a more fruitful spring.
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A vinatge rock and roll good time, Kerry Pastine and the Crime Scene harken back to the days of real dive bars with real dive drinks and chicken wire cages around the stage. When those ladies in the pencil skirts and fishnet stockings were an unsavory sort. Kerry Pastine dominates the stage with her explosive personality and sultry growl. It’s rockabilly with a a Patti Smith attitude; the inked-up female counterpart to the good Reverend Horton Heat. Though there’s a little less of the twitchy Ska beat and a little more nod to era with a slap bass and a little bit of slink. The band is far from just an able backup. They’re good. Really good. Drums are tight and precise, the upright bass is perfect and the guitar licks fire. They’re on their sophomore album and you can still catch them locally, the music market really is ripe for some good ol’ rock and roll, so they well may be on their way to bigger venues and locations. Whatever you want call it, you’ll get up and dance you won’t be able to help yourself. So, don’t forget your swing dancin’ shoes and black leather jacket. There’s some dirty two steppin’ to be done.
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Let me start by saying this is not going to be everyone’s cuppa. It’s goth and industrial in the vein of Nine Inch Nails, Lacuna Coil and Elysion, yet emerging different from all three. Ego Likeness leans away from the rock guitar and hooky chorus, relying more on synth with an almost German techno proficiency. Musically, it’s closest to NIN. I looked around to see how many women are fronting this level of industrial band, and it would appear, not many. Lacuna Coil, Evanescence, Elysion, The Birthday Massacre, there are quite a few women fronting the more pop-metal offerings, but front woman, Donna Lynch, holds her own among the more hardcore with zero pandering to the emotional or letting her vocals become secondary to the music. There is no softening of lyrics or music that is common among the others. That, at least in my admittedly limited experience, makes her standout. While the music itself may or may not be what you’re into—check them out for yourself and see.
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sOLéy - asK the DeeP
Where Bjork gets experimental and, let’s just say it, weird, Soléy gets introspective and melodic. Comparisons have been made and they aren’t entirely unwarranted. There are a few small similarities, their use of the human voice as an instrument, their combination of naturally and electronically produced sound, and then the obvious, they’re both Icelandic. In my admittedly limited exposure, I’ve found that there’s an undercurrent of similarity to a lot of Icelandic music. But, despite the comparisons, they are very different musicians. There’s a darkness to Soléy’s album, Ask the Deep. Even though it came out back in May, it was hardly a summer-fun release. In fact, revisiting it now as fall draws to a close and winter creeps closer, makes much more sense. There’s even a song titled ‘Halloween’. You don’t get too many of those. It’s a beautiful listen though, and one I heartily recommend for this time of year. You’ll get fairy tales, mythology, dreams, and nightmares, but you’ll hardly know it. Musically, watching her perform is fascinating. Despite travelling with a band, she does a lot of looping. Many bands that record and dub over their own harmonies travel with those pre-recorded, which limits what they can do with the song in a live environment or they sample one sound at a time, building into the full composition, but she records her samples as she goes. It doesn’t require much set up either which is the fascinating part. Her songs are constructed in such a way that the looping becomes part of the process. I imagine its a lot like painting with watercolors. You would have to think about composing in layers, from the bottom up. It’s difficult to imagine, but amazing to see executed.
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NEw IN BOOkS
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By Tom Beer, Newsday (TNS)
BOy ON ICE
THE CROSSING
by Michael Connelly The latest of Connelly’s Harry Bosch novels — the basis for the Amazon Prime series “Bosch,” starting its second season next year — finds the retired LAPD cop reluctantly working for his brother, defense lawyer Mickey Haller, the star of the author’s other popular series, “The Lincoln Lawyer.” (Little, Brown; $28)
THE BAZAAR OF BAD DREAMS
by Stephen King Why does the bestselling horror novelist still write short stories? Because, King explains in the introduction to this collection, “writing them makes me happy.” Among the treats here are “Obits,” about a journalist who can kill people by writing their obituaries, and “Afterlife,” about a dead man who must review his life with a “manager” before living it all over again. (Scribner, $30)
THE JAPANESE LOVER
by Isabel Allende In the new novel by the author of “The House of Spirits” and “Eva Luna,” a young girl flees Poland and the Nazis for her uncle and aunt’s home in San Francisco. There she meets and eventually falls in love with the son of the Japanese gardener, whose own family is sent to an internment camp. The love between these two characters will span decades. (Atria, $28)
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by John Branch, W.W. Norton, 371 pages, $15.95 Branch explores the life and death of hockey enforcer Derek Boogaard, who died at the age of 28 from an overdose of alcohol and painkillers. Branch examines Boogaard’s unlikely rise to hockey, the contrast between his friendly nature off the ice with his fist-fighting prowess on it and the widespread impact injuries and concussions had on his life.
10:04: A NOVEL
by Ben Lerner, Picador, 245 pages, $16 In the past year of his life, the 33-year-old narrator of “10:04” has achieved unlikely literary success and been diagnosed with a potentially fatal medical condition. Even stranger, his best friend has asked him to help her conceive via in vitro fertilization. In a New York City undergoing large unrest, he must reconcile the prospects of mortality with that of fatherhood.
wITHOuT yOu,THERE IS NO uS
by Suki Kim Broadway, 309 pages, $15 Kim details her time teaching upper-class boys in North Korea during the last six months of Kim Jong-il’s reign. Kim looks at the structured nature of the boys’ lives, the songs they’re required to sing about the dictator and whether the gulf between North Korea and the outside world can ever really be bridged.
NAPOLEON: A LIFE
by Andrew Roberts Penguin, 926 pages, $20 Roberts uses the recent publication of 33,000 of Napoleon’s letters, travels to 53 of 60 battle sites as well as St. Helena, site of his exile, to help flesh out this look at Napoleon’s life. Roberts shows Napoleon as a decisive leader who was surprisingly willing to forgive friends and foes, and as someone who understood the importance of spinning his own narrative through his memoirs.
MIGHTy, MIGHTy: A NOVEL
by Wally Rudolph Soft Skull, 286 pages, $15.95 Chicago tattoo artist Stefy is trying to provide for her ailing grandfather and sister, Amanda, a woman with a drug-addicted past and an abusive relationship with Georgie. When Georgie violently confronts Amanda one night, he ends up dead, and now the sisters are in the crosshairs of Georgie’s vengeful father, a corrupt ex-cop bent on revenge.
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The Longmont Book Club
There are three groups of the Longmont Book Club. All book clubs meet at 10:15 a.m. at Barbed Wire Books, 504 Main St. in Longmont. First Editions Meets every first Saturday of the month. For more information visit meetup.com/firsteditionsfirstsaturdaymeetup. Sat., Dec. 5 - To Rise Again at a Decent Hour by Joshua Ferris third rocks! Meets every third Saturday of the month. For more information visit meetup.com/longmont-bookclub. Sat. Nov. 21 - H is for Hawk by Helen Macdonald Fourth Edition Meets every fourth Saturday of the month. For more information visit meetup. com/longmont-fourtheditionsaturdaymeetup. Sat. Nov. 28 - How to be Both by Ali Smith
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First Thursdays monthly, 2 p.m. Second Mondays monthly, 7 p.m. For more information on LPL Book Discussion Groups please visit ci.longmont.co.us/library/adult/book_discussion_groups.htm
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The Grey Havens Group Tolkien Discussion Society—meets Thursdays monthly, 6-7:30 p.m. Inklingsiana! brought to you by The Grey Havens Group second and fourth Monday monthly from 6-7:30 p.m. Explore myth and imaginative literature with emphasis on the works of the Oxford Inklings. The Godric’s Hollow Group— A Harry Potter Discussion Society, is meeting the first and third Monday of every month. Game of Thrones Group Valar Groupgulis! Let the Games begin! Meets first and third Wednesdays of the month.
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friendly and on hand to help however they are able. Owners, Marj Sater and Vicky Andrew, met when their sons played baseball together, which led to over 26 years of running this business together. They have always been a family-owned and operated business. What started as a hobby, became the Front Range Indoor Flea Market you know today. As business owners, they value customer service, satisfaction and hard work and it shows, but they attribute their success to their
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Depression symptoms can differ by gender
Dear Dr. Beth, I have been running on empty for quite a while. I don’t feel motivated at my job and I have no drive to take care of things at home, but I force myself to do some of them anyway. I feel like I have less patience than normal and tend to get angry easily. Basically it seems like life is no longer “in color”; it is just plain gray. My wife and a female friend have recently suggested that I may be suffering from depression, but I don’t know if they are right. I don’t cry easily or overeat or oversleep like my wife does when she is depressed. Do you think I might have depression? It sounds as though you may have several symptoms of depression. These include loss of motivation, energy, drive and interest in things that usually energize you. The feeling you describe of life being gray and no longer “in color”, is an image I hear fairly often from people I treat for depression. It is difficult to say whether or not you are depressed, but it is probably worth checking out. There are both similarities and differences in the ways that men and women experience
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depression. Many of the symptoms are common to people regardless of their gender. Sadness, loss of interest, irritability, sleep problems and decreased energy are all typical of depression in both women and men. However, research has revealed some ways in which depression is experienced differently by men than by women. Some of this has to do with biology and biochemistry and some of it is related to the social and cultural conditioning of men and women in our society. Research has consistently found that more women than men are diagnosed with depression. This may be due to the complex interaction of hormones and neurotransmitters in women’s biology, but it could also be the result of women showing depression in different and more obvious ways than men. Women also tend to be more willing to admit that they are hurting and more likely to seek assistance than men. Most men have been taught that to be respected they have to be strong and never show weakness. Because of this men are more likely to run away from those feelings by getting very involved in distracting
activities to cope. Depression in men is often masked by extreme busyness or excessive use of alcohol or drugs to cope with feeling overwhelmed and out of control. Ironically, these strategies ultimately lead men to feel even more overwhelmed and out of control. Additionally, depression in men tends to manifest more in irritability and anger outbursts rather than crying or eating difficulties. Unfortunately, men only tend to admit that they are depressed and need help after the depression has become very severe. While more women are diagnosed with depression, more men die from suicide, often because they wait too long to admit their difficulties and seek help. Since depression looks different in men and women and because two of the people closest to you are suggesting that you might be depressed, I would suggest looking into it now rather than waiting. Reach out to someone knowledgeable about depression for an objective opinion. Many companies have an Employee Assistance Program that offers several sessions of confidential counseling for free to employees. The internet is also a good source for some information and basic self-screening for identifying depression, but self-help tools are not really adequate to obtain a clear and realistic diagnosis. One or two visits with a counselor, psychologist, or psychiatrist will probably tell you what you need to know about whether or not you are suffering from depression. If you are, you do not have to suffer. Help is readily
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available and getting treatment for depression is nothing to be ashamed of. Check it out and see whether something might be done to help you once again experience your life in color.
Dear Dr. Beth, I am blessed to live only a few miles away from my daughter and son-in-law and their three wonderful boys.The boys are 11, 8, and 6 years old. I love them with all my heart and I love spending time with them. The problem is that my daughter keeps asking if I could pick them up from school every day since she and her husband both work. I want to be a grandmother, but I don’t want to be the daily chauffeur or after school babysitter. How do I let her know that I have my own life to attend to without hurting her feelings or alienating my daughter? There is more than one way to be a loving grandmother. In the past, grandparents were often expected to give unlimited amounts of time and energy to helping their children (especially their daughters) with the daily tasks of raising the children. The stereotype of grandmothers endlessly babysitting, making cookies and taking the children while mom and dad go out on a date still contains a certain amount of cultural truth. While this has never a universal norm, it was not an uncommon scenario. Even today, there are a number of older women that choose to devote their time and energy to their children and grandchildren. However, many things are
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different. Many older women are dealing with complex circumstances or health issues and these circumstances can require a lot of time and attention. Often women have worked very hard to raise their children. While they feel good about that, many older women are not really interested in raising another generation. These days it is much more common for people to remain active into their 60s, 70s and beyond. Many older adults have a full and rich life of their own to live and personal dreams they wish to fulfill. How you choose to define your role as a grandparent is neither right nor wrong. It is simply yours. Sometimes grandparents are reluctant to come out directly and let their adult children know what they want their role to be as a grandparent. If you respond to your daughter’s requests by giving excuses, saying nothing, or avoiding the topic, your daughter may very well have no idea how you really feel. While it is certainly a sensitive topic, your mutual expectations need to be discussed. Hopefully, you have a healthy
enough relationship with your daughter to address this issue in a straightforward manner through open and honest communication. Ultimately, it is the parents’ responsibility to arrange for their children’s needs. If you want to help out on a part-time basis or as a back-up for special occasions, let your daughter know. While you cannot control your daughter’s feelings in reaction to your limit-setting, being up front and clear is ultimately the best thing for all parties involved. Going beyond your own desires and capitulating to pressure can set everyone involved up for disappointment. There is also the potential for the relationships to be contaminated with guilt and resentment. This tension can even become noticeable to the children eventually. Having authentic relationships with your daughter, son-in-law, and grandchildren
set up the conditions to be healthy, loving and uncontaminated by unnecessary guilt and resentment. An authentic loving relationship is one that can last a lifetime and endure life’s inevitable ups and downs.
Uncommon Sense with Beth Firestein Dr. Beth Firestein is a licensed psychologist. She has 27 years of therapy experience and has practiced in Loveland for more than 16 years. She may be reached by calling her office at 970-635-9116, via email at firewom@webaccess. net or by visiting bethfirestein.com.
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OVEMBER By Adam Martin, Longmont Magazine No, the title of this article is not a typo. That ‘m’ in place of an ‘n’ is entirely intentional. In the weeks leading into the holiday season, you may notice more facial hair under noses that typically sport a cleanshaven look. That’s because each year during November the Movember Foundation encourages men to grow out their mustaches in an effort to promote awareness of men’s health issues. The goal, according to the Foundation’s website, is “to make a global contribution to men living happier, healthier, longer lives.” While there are plenty of nation-wide programs that address overall health issues, and more than a few focused specifically on women’s health, men’s health sometimes gets lost in the shuffle. Ironically, according to WebMD, men are largely responsible for the lack of attention. The website includes a list of “Top 10 Health Tips for Men.” The very first tip is to simply find a doctor. The second tip? To actually schedule appointments with that doctor. According to the article, men have a tendency to live in a state of denial when it comes to their health, sometimes ignoring clear signs that something is wrong. The aim of Movember is two-fold. First, to call attention to issues that tend to impact men’s health. Second, to get men involved in keeping themselves healthy. As testimony of the need for this kind of campaign, consider this alarming statistic taken from the Movember Foundation’s website. Prostate cancer is “the second most common cancer in men worldwide and the number of cases [is] expected to almost double to 1.7 million cases by 2030.” The
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American Cancer Society reports that the number of cases of testicular cancer is on the rise, as well. Additionally, while raw statistics indicate that roughly twice as many women as men struggle with depression, it’s believed that male depression may be significantly underreported, due in part to the average man’s preference for suffering in silence. But there’s good news. These and other men’s health issues can be addressed, provided men are paying attention to their well-being and actively seeking to stay healthy. Sure, regular visits to the gym are a big part of that, but so are check-ups with your doctor and even the occasional visit to a therapist when needed. To that end, the Movember Foundation is working to shed light on these critical issues, and encourage men to get involved in both the cause and their own continued health. Not only that, but there are local businesses right here in the Longmont area plugging in, as well. Ian Phillips from City Star Brewing
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explains why Movember is important to him and his organization. “For City Star, we’re really all about quality of life,” he said. On November 21, City Star will host an event in their tap room to raise money and awareness. That day, $1 of every beer sold will be donated to the Movember Foundation. There will also be games, themed activities, and even beard and mustache competitions with prizes from local barbers. Phillips said the City Star team wants to support Movember because they have faith in the Foundation, and because men’s health is a worthy cause. But City Star isn’t the only local company getting involved. In fact, the Movember Foundation’s website includes a list of national and local events, as well as information about joining a local Movember team, pledging to grow out your mustache during the month of November to raise funds and awareness. And if you’re a female who would like to participate, have no fear. The site happily encourages women to sign up as “Mo Sisters” to lend their support, too. The Foundation has even announced an upcoming mobile game for Android and iPhones that promises to make a show of solidarity even more fun. Whatever level
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of involvement you choose, if you’re a guy don’t make the mistake of paying too little attention to your health. Follow the advice of men’s health experts. Do your best to keep in shape, make it a point to eat a nutrient-rich diet, get plenty of sleep, stay on top of your mental health, and don’t blow off annual physicals. After all, you only have one body. Take good care of it.
Healthy & Hairy
“Depression (major Depressive Disorder).” Depression in Women: Understanding the Gender Gap. N.p., n.d. Web. 09 Oct. 2015. <mayoclinic.org/ diseases-conditions/depression/in-depth/ depression/art-20047725>. Dallas, Mary Elizabeth. “Why Depression Is Underreported in Men.” EverydayHealth.com. N.p., 20 Aug. 2015. Web. 09 Oct. 2015. <everydayhealth.com/news/why-depression-underreported-men.
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Even if you don’t/can’t grow the soup strainer, you can still support and have fun with Movember at these local events.
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Großen Bart Brewery, 1025 Delaware Ave, Longmont • Wed., November 18, 5 8 p.m. Join LiveWell Longmont for an evening celebrating men’s health and the glorious mustache! Try some amazing Großen Bart Brews, chow from Knock-on-Wood, contests, prizes and games as well as men’s health specialists from Longmont United Hospital on-hand to answer all your hairy questions.
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Crossfit Longmont, 333 1st Ave, # 3, Longmont • Friday, November 21 10:30 a.m. Grow your mo’ and work out for men’s health by joining The Soup Strainer Society team or donate to their cause here- http://moteam.co/soup-strainer-society
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Vapor Trail:
By Darren Thornberry, longmont Magazine If you don’t know the difference between an “e-cig” and a vaporizer, don’t worry. Both technologies have advanced so fast over the past few years that the average smoker transitioning away from traditional cigarettes is left dizzy by the choices. The e-cigarette was brought to market in 2003 and quickly ushered in the era of smokeless nicotine delivery devices. It looks like a cigarette, feels like one, too, and even has a tip that glows red when the user inhales. Suddenly, a smoker can inhale a flavored vapor and get the nicotine fix while not smelling like an ashtray or inadvertently blowing foul smoke in anyone’s face. A vaporizer is bulkier than an e-cig and costs more to get started with, but it is said to offer tastier vapor in a simpler form. This article will not get into the specifics of how each smoking device works,
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Are E-cigarettes a Safer Smoke?
but the information is readily available. Even the lingo needs some getting used to. For the best selection of e-juice, batteries, cartridges, flavors, makes and models, the “vaper” is likely to visit a “vape shop.” These are heady days for vape shops, to be sure, as the market for all things e-smoke blows right through the roof. E-cigarettes are a billion-dollar industry. They can be made to resemble pens and memory sticks, pipes or cigars. Cartridge flavors range from mint to bubble gum. If you don’t think they’re being marketed to kids, think again. A recent report by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that e-cigarette use among middle school and high school students tripled from 2013 to 2014. Parents reading this likely have seen the warnings provided by their kids’ schools to be alert for e-cigs that look like something else. Repackaging nicotine in this manner, as many companies have done, does not mean less nicotine, less harmful nicotine, or less danger of becoming addicted. Still,
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profits skyrocket, municipalities struggle with knowing how this technology fits into current smoking laws, and the truth about smoking gets blurred in the vapor trail. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIH) says that although e-cigs do not produce tobacco smoke, they still contain nicotine and other potentially harmful chemicals. We all know by now that nicotine is a highly addictive drug. The NIH also cites testing of some e-cigarette products, which found the vapor to contain known carcinogens and toxic chemicals (such as formaldehyde and acetaldehyde), as well as potentially toxic metal nanoparticles from the vaporizing mechanism. With that in mind, surely the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is regulating this stuff, right? Wrong. The FDA has not evaluated any e-cigarettes for their safety or effectiveness. However, the department did conduct limited laboratory studies of certain samples and found “significant
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quality issues that indicate that quality control processes used to manufacture these products are substandard or nonexistent.” The FDA states on its website that it found that cartridges labeled as containing no nicotine contained nicotine and that three different electronic cigarette cartridges with the same label emitted a markedly different amount of nicotine with each puff. Since the FDA hasn’t fully studied e-cigs, consumers don’t know the potential risks of e-cigs when they’re used as intended, exactly how much nicotine or god-knows-what-else they are sucking down, or whether e-cigs open the doors to traditional cigarettes. It’s a grey area.
Breakin’ the Law?
Cities in Colorado have not uniformly addressed e-cigs and vaporizers. Boulder has banned their public use in much of the city, and Ft. Collins recently included e-cigs in its smoking ordinance. In both instances, retailers and consumers alike have raised a huge stink. In Longmont, the local
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municipal code does not address e-cigs. “Only the state law does [address it] and local code enforcement is not empowered to enforce state law,” says Rigo Leal, assistant to the city manager. Manager Courtney (last name withheld) at The Little Dog Pipe and Tobacco in Longmont says business is booming, due in part to the rapidly changing e-cig technology. “When a new tank is released, for example, it might require a different kind of battery than what the user had before,” she says. “The user has to adapt to keep up.” As for the lack of regulation in the city’s ordinances, Courtney points out that it’s up to a given vendor to decide what
works for them. “It’s really up to the discretion of the business. A bar might decide it’s worth it to allow their customers to vape.” While vaping does eliminate secondhand smoke, the user should not kid themselves about the harmful effects of nicotine and tobacco. “Smoking hurts the heart over the long term by increasing hardening of the arteries, which can lead to a heart attack, where some of the heart tissue dies from lack of sufficient circulation,” says Dr. Richard Jacobi, a board certified family physician at UCHealth Longmont Clinic. “Over the short term, it increases the work a heart does (increases the heart rate) while simultaneously increasing the carbon
monoxide levels in our blood, starving the blood and tissues of necessary oxygen.” UCHealth.org goes on to explain that tobacco use and exposure may cause an acceleration of coronary artery disease and peptic ulcer disease. It is also linked to reproductive disturbances, esophageal reflux, hypertension, fetal illness and death, and delayed wound healing. When it comes to a comprehensive and accurate assessment of the pros and cons of e-cigs, some would say the jury is out. In the meantime, a vaper can discreetly get nicotine that tastes like watermelon or chocolate from what looks like a ball-point pen. Times have changed.
When it comes to e-cigarettes, US adults have far less interest than teens Teens may prefer electronic cigarettes to regular cigarettes, but the same is not true for their parents. A new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention finds that 12.6 percent of U.S. adults have tried an e-cigarette at least once, and 3.7 percent use them on a regular basis. That’s far less than the 15.2 percent of American adults who smoke traditional cigarettes. It’s also well below the 13.4 percent of high school students who currently use e-cigarettes. The new figures, based on data from the 2014 National Health Interview Survey, offer the first comprehensive look at the popularity of electronic cigarettes among U.S. adults. The battery-powered devices vaporize a flavored nicotine solution that can be inhaled like a tobacco cigarette. Public health experts worry that the largely unregulated devices will get teens hooked on nicotine, increasing the odds that they will become tobacco smokers. But many adults who
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already smoke have turned to e-cigarettes to wean themselves off regular cigarettes. Some studies offer support for the idea of using e-cigarettes as a smoking cessation device. The new CDC data reveal that for adults, e-cigarettes are indeed much more popular among current smokers and recent former smokers than among nonsmokers and people who haven’t smoked in years. Nearly half _ 48 percent _ of current smokers told interviewers they had tried an electronic cigarette, and 16 percent of them continued to use them. Acceptance was even higher among those who quit smoking in the last year: 55 percent had tried an e-cigarette at least once, and 22 percent used them regularly, according to the study. In contrast, only 9 percent of longtime former smokers had tried electronic cigarettes, and 2.3 percent still used them. Among people who never smoked traditional cigarettes, 3.2 percent had tried e-cigarettes and 0.4 percent used them regularly.
When the researchers focused on current smokers, they found that current use of e-cigarettes was nearly twice as high among those who tried to quit in the last year (20 percent) than among those who had not made a recent attempt to quit (12 percent). The new data also reveal that younger adults were more likely to have tried e-cigarettes than older ones. The highest rate of e-cigarette experimentation _ 22 percent _ was seen among people between the ages of 18 and 24. At the other end of the spectrum, fewer than 4 percent of senior citizens said they had tried vaping. Few adults in any age group became regular e-cigarette users, the researchers found. Repeated use was reported by 5.1 percent of 18- to 24-yearolds, 4.7 percent of 25- to 44-year-olds, 3.5 percent of 45to 64-year-olds, and 1.4 percent of those 65 and older. Men (14 percent) were more likely than women (11 percent) to have tried electronic cigarettes, but both genders were about equally likely to
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keep using them. White adults (15 percent) were more likely to have vaped at least once than were Latinos (9 percent), blacks (7 percent) or Asian Americans (6 percent). However, the highest rate of experimentation (20 percent) was among the group labeled American Indians and Alaska Natives. A similar pattern was seen among repeat users of e-cigarettes. Matthew L. Myers, president of the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, said the most alarming number in the report was that among the youngest adults who had never smoked a regular cigarette, 9.7 percent had tried electronic cigarettes. “This finding raises concerns that e-cigarettes may be introducing a generation of young nonsmokers to nicotine addiction,” he said in a statement. The study was published Wednesday by the CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics. - By Karen Kaplan Los Angeles Times (TNS)
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There’s power in touch; power to relax, rejuvenate, inspire and energize. Massage Heights is now bringing that power of touch to the Longmont community. After years of experience in the tech industry, Owner, Wade Kisch, made a life changing switch. He opened the Massage Heights Longmont location on July 22, at the corner of 17th and Hover, (former Blockbuster location) after a lot of searching throughout northern Colorado. “Boulder County is the heart of Massage Therapy in Colorado, if not the United States,” Kisch says. “We chose this location to provide a service specifically to Longmont and benefited greatly by finding some of the best massage and skin therapists in Colorado.” They make massage and skin care more affordable by offering Lifestyle Programs that save customers money with each returning visit. Licensed massage and skin therapists care for everyone, from the person just needing to de-stress to the person with serious medical issues, with the same amount of concern. Why massage? The benefits of massage made such an immense impact in Kisch’s life that he wanted to share it with as many people as possible. As one of the many who suffer from almost daily pain,
he knew the drudgery, and possible side effects of constant medication that never seemed to entirely rid him of it. “I was a real mess when I first started going in to receive massage, I had severe sleep apnea and Fibromyalgia. I also had several bulged disks in my neck and lower back causing me pain all the time. I couldn’t sleep and could hardly function during the day. I was on prescription pain killers and ate ibuprofen like it was going out of style. My neurologist finally recommended massage therapy and gave me a prescription for it,” Kisch explains. “It truly changed my life!” The decision to open Massage Heights was not reached flippantly. Kisch examined many other options to share his belief in healing massage with others, but after a lot of research he came across Massage Heights in Loveland. He and his girlfriend booked an appointment. “After our massages, we walked out and both said we would immediately switch over, if I wasn’t already planning to open one of my own.”
Kisch was beyond impressed with the quality of everything from the tables and linens, the free aromatherapy, the choices in length of service (30/60/90/120min massages) or (60/90 min customized facials), the variety of massage add-on services such as Hot Stone Therapy, Revitalizing Face Massage, Reviving Foot Scrubs, and the Skin Enriching, Skin Refining, Skin Purifying, or BioActive Peel facial elevations. “It had all the right touches to elevate it over the competition,” he says. He couldn’t wait to share that with his community. Today, Massage Heights looks forward to supporting and educating the community through added services such as informational evenings and other events. Kisch invites you to join and see what they’re all about, “A person just needs to come on in for a tour, sign up for any of our events or email lists, and/or keep up with us on Facebook. The whole month of October we’ll be offering free face mapping with our skin therapists.”
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While some businesses went belly up during the 2009 global recession other businesses limped along and barely managed to keep the lights on. Arguably, the economic damage still remains to be seen for some businesses. But that’s isn’t the case for Clarissa Edelen, owner of Fabulous Finds Upscale Consignment, in Longmont. Her business seems to have a golden goose with success written all over its golden eggs. Edelen opened her doors in 2011 and has been going strong ever since. She says her store fills a unique niche. “In Longmont, there were no upscale consignment shops, but there were plenty of thrift stores…and department stores,” she says. Apparently, women business owners in Colorado possess a certain knack for operating successful businesses. But the secret to Edelen’s success is no secret at all. She works 12 to 18 hours a day.
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The NinjaZone program at Airborne Gymnastics & Dance brings the fun of gymnastics to boys. (Photo courtesy of
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But she also feels connected to all the customers who walk through her door— and the work gives her a strong sense of purpose. “It’s fun, it doesn’t feel like work,” says Edelen. The long hours have paid off for Edelen. Last year she opened a second location, just down the sidewalk from the first —a boutique that caters to women size 16 and up. And now she is in the process of opening a third store in Gunbarrel. A portion of the proceeds from that store will be given to A Woman’s Work, a non-profit that caters to economically disadvantaged women. Turns out, Colorado is home to
approximately 178,300 women owned businesses, says Christopher Chavez, regional communications director with US Small Business Administration in Denver. And that’s a significant number, considering Colorado women owned businesses generated about $26 billion of revenue in 2014, a finding published by the U.S. Census Bureau, says Chavez. So it comes as no surprise that Colorado also ranked No. 5 as one of the best states for women to run small businesses; New Hampshire ranked No. 1. Those numbers were reported by Thumbtack, a San Francisco-based referral service, similar to AngiesList. The survey consisted of more than 18,000 small business owners
nationwide—keep in mind the business owners are Thumbtack customers and do not represent a random sample. Pam Turner owns Longmont-based Airborne Gymnastics & Dance, a business in its 24th year. Turner agrees that Colorado provides ripe opportunities for female entrepreneurs, in part, because people out here tend to think in a more progressive way, she says. She goes on to say, there’s been a shift in thinking , one that’s more accepting of women business running businesses. “Society is changing and the expectations of women is changing,” says Turner. “People are more cognizant of the various roles women fill.”
Challenges of running a business
The Thumbtack survey asked respondents to rate various challenges associated with running a business. Those include tax
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regulations and licensing hurdles—to the ease of starting up a business to government policies on the state and local level. Many business owners would probably rather pluck their eyeballs out than file taxes on their own. Trying to unravel taxes was cited as one of the major hurdles amongst Thumbtack survey respondents, says Jon Liebek, chief economist with Thumbtack. “Any small business should be able to file their taxes by themselves, but multilevels of taxation from different levels of government make that nearly impossible,” says Liebek. Since tax laws change frequently, maybe it’s better to focus on the easy stuff. Here’s a thought. Consider matching your “tax plan with your business plan” says Daniel Helmerich, office manager with HR Block in Broomfield. That means looking at earnings reports throughout the year to help stay on target with quarterly taxes. Because that last thing any business wants is to get hit with a tax bill, says Helmerich, especially startups. “As each quarter comes up, look at the quarterly business performance and
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either increase or decrease the estimated quarterly taxes based on how the business is performing,” says Helmerich. Keep in mind, generating tax revenue assumes that a business is thriving with a healthy customer base. Business development is the key to gaining more customers. And Turner is a stickler for continued improvement, including business development, she says. She understands the importance of offering customers what they want. Problem is, sometimes it’s not so obvious knowing what they want or need. However, Turner has long known that young boys generally shy away from gymnastics. So she wanted to dangle a little carrot, something to entice boys to revisit gymnastics. That’s when she decided to try NinjaZone, a program designed for boys—one that’s backed by USA Gymnastics, an organization that oversees the sport in the U.S. and with oversight from the U.S. Olympics Committee. “In this program, we set up obstacle courses without using some of the traditional men’s gymnastics equipment. It’s more appealing to boys and their fathers,” says Turner.
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Feel like you need more professional development and training as a womanowned business? There’s no need to look that far for help, says Kelly Hander, owner of BeWell Bodyworks, a Longmont-based business that offers massage therapy seven days a week. Hander works closely with the Longmont Area Economic Council (LAEC), an organization that provides a host of resources to both large and small businesses. Service offerings run the gambit from helping business with relocation efforts and finding commercial space to obtaining various permits. But the organization also hosts free and low cost workshops that help small business owners beef up their business skills, says Hander. She says topics range from taxes to social media marketing to developing a sales team. Workshops are available to both men and women. Chavez says the Small Business Administration also offers plenty of help for small business owners. In October, the SBA hosted a ChallengeHer event, which is an initiative from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP), and American Express OPEN. The free four-hour event offered useful tips for running a business, but even better, it closed with a speed dating session that put business owners
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front and center with government procurement professionals who contract with small businesses. A few of big name attendees—Colorado State University, Colorado Department of Human Services, U.S. Air Force, National Park Service, and Roaring Fork Transportation Authority. Small Business Development Centers (SBDC) also offer free and low cost business coaching and grants for small businesses. Those are located on various community college campuses like Front Range Community College—there’s one located in Fort Collins. Hander learned a lot about how to run a business from workshops provided by the LAEC and the SBDC. But the truth is, she just likes to figure things out on her own. She’s not easily intimidated and has tackled daunting tasks that some business owners might refuse—like building a website. Keep in mind—that was ten years ago when easy web templates were less available. “Based on my budget, [at the time] it was learn how to do it to get it done,” says Hander. Thanks to Hander’s financial savvy and willingness to roll up her sleeves, now she has grown enough where she can hire people to help in those support roles. “I now have someone helping me with the blogging and someone who helps with my website,” says Hander.
When you’re new to business, it can be difficult to navigate the local waters right away. That’s where the Longmont Chamber of Commerce can be a tremendous help. Members gain access to many methods of promotion and networking opportunities, including the Small Business Development Center. Following are a few of the resources that Chamber offers:
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A subsidiary of the national SBA, the SBDC offers free one-on-one business counseling, training, and access to resources that can grow your business or get it off the ground. Our Chamber houses a satellite office in Longmont, serving small business where it grows.
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This annual program immerses potential community leaders in the issues that are inherent in the public arena at varying levels: city government, education, transportation, arts, culture, and more. Converse with current community leaders and develop long lasting relationships with other member participants throughout the six-month course. If you are interested in any of these programs or seeing what else the chamber has to offer, visit longmontchamber.com and watch for The Chamber’s newsletter,The Voice, every first Monday of the month in the Times-Call.
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Kate Gaddis, Executive director of a Woman’s Work, has been a part of the organization from the very beginning.
ExTraordinary WoMEn Extraordinary Work A community is more than where we live. From where we shop to the people with whom we interact to what we do for recreation, our community contributes deeply to our sense of self and our overall quality of life. At 90,000 residents and growing, Longmont has managed to maintain its community atmosphere over time through its residents’ longstanding activist spirit. But what happens to people in our community who have no support network when a life-altering crisis occurs? What do we do in the face of unexpected divorce, diagnosis, or death? Where do people go when immediate needs become destabilizing forces overnight? While federal programs offer support for the most vulnerable in our community, these services can take time, a luxury that people in crisis often do not have. In the spirit of community activism that has long defined Longmont, three local women stand in the gap to offer tangible and timely solutions for Longmont residents in turmoil.
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A Woman’s Work Kate Gaddis, J.D., Longmont native and Executive Director of A Woman’s Work, has dedicated her life and career in service to this community. Gaddis, a founding donor to A Woman’s Work, has “had a love affair” with the organization from the beginning. She recollects, “In 2003, one Longmont woman found herself navigating her way through a rocky divorce with two children to provide for. She and a partner at the Longmont Community Foundation looked for resources to help her though that difficult financial period.” Finding none, the two women
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set out to find 100 women to donate 100 dollars in 100 days to help other women in situations like her own. In just 13 short days, the money was raised, and A Woman’s Work was born. Gaddis loves that since its foundation, A Woman’s Work has stayed true to its simple, original mission: to provide a timely fund for women in need in the St. Vrain valley. With an average grant of $1000, this organization has helped over 250 women in the past year alone. Gaddis says that the simplicity of this mission and their ability to quickly meet the needs of women are her favorite parts about her job, and that’s what excited her about taking the reins of leadership in June of 2013. Her passion for her role as the executive director radiates in her words, “We have a lean staff here at A Woman’s Work, but we have a big number of amazing volunteers. I work with a 16-person Board of Directors who are beyond dedicated and who all bring different skill sets together for a really collaborative environment. I love that
with everyone’s help, we as an organization have been able to maintain our integrity and stay simple, being good stewards of our donors’ money. Because we are privately funded, we are able to adapt to the changing needs of women in our community, and I love that it really does work, and it really does help.” One of Gaddis’s most valued experiences was being able to “create a bridge” to stability for a family that was referred to A Woman’s Work by the Rocky Mountain Cancer Center. This client’s husband, recently diagnosed with cancer, required unpaid time off for treatment. While the client worked three jobs, the loss of her husband’s income threatened the family’s ability to stay in their home. Because of the generosity of donors, the organization was able to pay the client’s mortgage and bills for two months so that the family could focus on the husband’s treatment and recovery. In the coming months, Gaddis hopes for continued growth in the organization’s finances and in the range of needs they
are able to meet. Gaddis and her team rely on their professional partners to be their eyes and ears in the community, referring women in need to their services, and they are always seeking new partners in that effort. —————————————
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Meals on Wheels volunteers offer clients more than just a meal. (Photos courtesy of Meals on Wheels)
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Karla Hale, also a Longmont native, grew up volunteering with her family in the St. Vrain Valley. “It’s just what we did,” says Hale, “I’ve loved serving the community since I was a kid.” After 14 year as a Volunteer Coordinator with Longmont Meals on Wheels, she stepped into what she calls “the perfect fit” for her career as the Executive Director of the organization four years ago. “I have a great job,” she says, “I get to work with great people and use my background in the catering industry in a way that makes our community a better place.” According to Hale, Longmont Meals on Wheels is “so much more than a meal,” offering wellness checks, emergency food bags, holiday gift baskets, and Project
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Homecoming - a service for people of all ages whose recent release from the hospital inhibits them from making a hot meal for themselves while they recover. According to Hale, “Longmont Meals on Wheels has a great relationship with hospitals, police, the fire department, the City of Longmont, and the Longmont Senior Center, where we prepare all of our meals for delivery. We have a wonderful team of employees and volunteers who deliver about 400 meals to Longmont residents every day.” Because Meals on Wheels is an association, and doesn’t have a parent organization, each entity has the freedom to adapt to the needs of their community. “As the needs of the community change,” says Hale, “so do we.” For instance, during the recent flood Longmont Meals on Wheels was able to help the fire department and police identify Longmont’s most vulnerable citizens, and because of their ability to be flexible, not only were they able to help their own clients, but they were able to serve the entire community by preparing meals for anyone in need. Additionally, because families know that someone from Meals on Wheels will be coming to check on their loved ones every week day, many are able
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to avoid premature residential care for their aging family members. The organization really is, as Hale said, “so much more than a meal.” Hale cherishes the incredible volunteers and employees who serve with her, and she says there is always room for more. Meals on Wheels does not have state or federal funding, but instead operates on foundation and private-donor funding. Currently, Longmont Meals on Wheels’ greatest need is in their kitchen helping to prepare meals and for $5 grocery gift cards to put in their holiday gift baskets for their clients.
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Most volunteers serve on one day each week for about four hours, but volunteers can serve in a variety of ways that fit their schedule. for more information or to donate to the organization, visit longmontmeals.org.
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Deb Roberts, Executive Director for Alternatives for Youth, has a personal investment in and passion for her service to the community of Longmont. Several years ago, Roberts’ teenage son began using drugs. “I know all the emotions parents go through,” she says, “The shame, the sadness, the sense of failure, the frustration of not being able to figure out why this is happening to your kid. It was a tough, tough time for us.” Roberts’ son eventually went through an inpatient treatment program, but relapsed and passed away in a tragic accident at the age of 19. “We want to do anything we can do to help kids not go through that, and we know how important it is to support the parents of kids who are struggling.” Roberts, who has spent her entire career in non-profit management, says that her job with Alternatives for Youth is the best job she’s ever had. Though Alternatives for Youth has served the St. Vrain Valley for 33 years, according to Roberts, “we’re always changing according to the greatest need in the community. In the past we’ve run after-school programs to help kids with homework; we’ve hosted summer programs for low-income families; we’ve even run a school for kids who’ve been expelled, but we’re always talking to teachers, police and probation officers, and members of the community about what the greatest need for youth in the community is, and we do our best to meet that need without duplicating services.” Most recently, the community of Longmont identified alcohol and drug abuse as the most pressing issue among teens. As Roberts and her team looked at the services that
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were already available, they identified quality services for both substance abuse prevention and treatment, but noticed that the community had no resources for early intervention. Thus Roberts and her team at Alternatives for Youth created iTHRIVE, a 6-week program with alumni support that offers support and therapy for struggling teens and their families. Additionally, the program offers teens many opportunities to learn new skills that excite them and encourage them to move toward their dreams and passions. “It’s almost impossible,” says Roberts, “to be effective by just telling kids to say no to an addiction. We want them to say yes to something else, something they’re super excited about doing. We spend a lot of time helping them realize that the addiction isn’t helping them work toward their dreams.” What Roberts loves most about the iTHRIVE program is seeing kids realize that they want to quit and seeing families becoming closer in that process. She encourages any parent of a teen who is struggling with drug or alcohol abuse, “Don’t be in denial, and don’t be embarrassed. If you’re worried about your teen, reach out and call us.”
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Roberts, her dedicated co-worker, Marie Terry, and her passionate, committed team are always looking for volunteers for anything from office work to teaching youth a new skill. for more information or to donate, please visit ithrivegroups.org. LongmontMagazine.com
NoNPRofITS NEED you There are many ways in which to get involved with nonprofit organizations and so many that need your support. financial assistance is, of course, always appreciated and needed. Many nonprofits are able to keep doing what they do through contributions from the community. However, if you find yourself unable to contribute financially, or you’ve already made a financial contribution elsewhere and want to help more than one organization—put your specific skills, or able body to use and volunteer your time. One of the easiest ways to find opportunities is to contact organizations directly. They will usually have a call for the types of volunteer jobs they have available and ways to apply. The need is everywhere, you just have to look.
The United Way If you know that you have a desire to give back in some way, but are unsure where you might fit in the best, Foothills United Way is a good place to start. Visit volunteer.unitedwayfoothills.org for a list of local options from one-time opportunities to part-time positions.you can choose to start slowly or dive right in. Commit as much time as you choose, and match your desire and skill set with an organization that needs you.
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Community First Foundation and Firstbank Announce
ColorAdo Gives dAy 2015 The 24-hour event has raised $83 million in five years Colorado Gives Day, the state’s largest online giving movement, is set for Tuesday, December 8, 2015. Community First Foundation, dedicated to fueling the power of community to drive positive change in Jefferson County, the Denver metropolitan area and beyond, and FirstBank, Colorado’s largest locally owned bank, present the statewide event. Colorado Gives Day is powered by ColoradoGives.org, a year-round, online giving website featuring more than 1,700 Colorado nonprofit organizations. The website makes giving easy for donors and fundraising simple for nonprofits. Colorado Gives Day is one the most successful events of its kind in the nation. Since its inception in 2010, the event has raised $83 million for Colorado nonprofits. The event theme “Give Where You Live” encourages donors to join the movement. Last year donors responded in unprecedented numbers, breaking all previous records. In just 24 hours, $26.3 million was donated by 43,979 donors through 108,537 donations. Donations ranged from $10 to $300,000. In addition to raising money, Colorado Gives Day raises awareness of the state’s nonprofit sector, unites Coloradans in a common goal to strengthen the state’s nonprofits and educates communities on the benefits of online giving.
$1 Million Incentive Fund Back for Second Year
To motivate donors to give on Colorado Gives Day, Community First Foundation and FirstBank each contributed $500,000 to create a $1 Million Incentive Fund. The incentive fund, one of the largest giving-day incentive funds in the country, proportionally increases the value of every dollar donated. For example, if a nonprofit organization receives 10 percent of the total donations made on Colorado Gives Day, that same nonprofit will receive
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10 percent of the $1 Million Incentive Fund. “FirstBank has been a great corporate partner and a steadfast supporter of our work connecting the givers with the doers,” said Marla J. Williams, president and CEO of Community First Foundation. “Colorado Gives Day has transformed the way our community works together for the greater good, and that makes us very proud.” “We are incredibly pleased by the success of Colorado Gives Day over the past five years, and could not be prouder to continue our support of the state’s largest online giving event,” said John Ikard, CEO of FirstBank Holding Company. “Investing in the local community is integral to our success as a company. We hope to lead by example and inspire even more Coloradans to give generously to the nonprofit organizations that make up the social fabric of our state.” Thanks to FirstBank, Colorado Gives Day also offers nonprofits the opportunity to win cash prizes to support their worthwhile causes. An additional $100,000 in prize money will be distributed to nonprofits through various incentive and award programs. For statistics on last year’s Colorado Gives Day and year-over-year comparisons, please visit ColoradoGives.org/ data&reports.
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Coloradans can stay informed with the free Colorado Gives Day smart phone app. Available through iTunes and Google Play, the app counts down to Colorado Gives Day. On the day, it displays in real time how much money is being raised statewide, the number of organizations receiving donations and the total number of donations made. “The Colorado Gives Day app shows donors the impact of their generosity in real time on their phones,” said Dana Rinderknecht, director of online giving for Community First Foundation. “Coloradans
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Nonprofit Participation
To participate in Colorado Gives Day 2015, nonprofit organizations must meet eligibility requirements and create, or update, a profile on ColoradoGives.org. There are no set up charges or monthly maintenance fees to participate. First-time nonprofits must attend an introductory session by July 30 in order to participate in Colorado Gives Day 2015. More information on Colorado Gives Day 2015 will be made available online over the next few months at ColoradoGivesDay. org. ————————————— About FirstbAnk FirstBank operates more than 120 locations in Colorado, Arizona and California. FirstBank is the largest locally owned banking organization in Colorado, serving more than 650,000 customers. Since 2000, FirstBank has contributed more than $45 million and thousands of volunteer hours to charitable organizations. FirstBank is unique in that a majority of its stock is owned by management and employees. For more information, visit efirstbank.com. About Community First FoundAtion Since 1975, Community First Foundation has been helping generous donors and innovative nonprofits come together to improve the quality of life and create positive change in Jefferson County, the Denver metropolitan area and beyond. We serve as a connector, partner, collaborator and resource to fuel the power of community for the greater good. We are proud to use our energy, leadership and trusted stewardship of financial resources to energize giving across our state, strengthen nonprofits, support donors and find new ways to address community needs. For more information, visit CommunityFirstFoundation.org.
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Longmont Dance Theatre’s cast of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe takes a final bow. (Photo by Keith Bobo.)
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By Judy Finman, Longmont Magazine The arts are alive and flourishing in Longmont – thanks in large measure to women in the community who lead important arts organizations. Here are a few leaders who stand out as contributors to Longmont’s vibrant ambience.
Kristin Kingsley, Founder and Executive Artistic Director, Longmont Dance Theatre Kristin Kingsley founded Longmont Dance Theatre in 1998. “My experience with Kansas City Ballet, both as a student and as a professional company member, was so inspiring and formative to the adult I have become. The catalyst for creating Longmont Dance Theatre (our community’s local youth ballet company) and the LDT Academy (the training ground for LDT and the only pre-professional ballet school offering classical dance training in Longmont) stems from my passion for sharing the joy I and so many others experience through a well-produced live ballet performance.” As the Executive Artistic Director of Longmont Dance Theatre, she selects repertoire for the performance season, engages live musicians to accompany every performance, determines the budget, seeks sponsorships, oversees the organization’s day-to-day operations, and rehearses dancers from age five to 18, plus guest artists.
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I am proud to call Longmont my artistic home.”
As a small-business owner and the School Director for LDT Academy, her duties include “plunging toilets, teaching classes, contracting staff and other instructors, creating and developing syllabi, and communicating with parents,” plus handling business and financial details. In 2012 Longmont Dance Theatre Academy introduced The Pre-Collegiate Ballet Intensive Program, which allows
7th to 12th grade students to leave their academic day early to train intensely at LDT Academy in both ballet and modern technique classes plus a broad array of other dance-related classes and seminars. Kingsley describes Longmont as “an amazing community of artists that includes painters, sculptors, musicians, actors, and, through LDT, balletomanes and ballet performers. I wouldn’t live in any other town but Longmont. I wouldn’t work in any other town, as Longmont cultivates and loves its performers. The young students and performers created right here in Longmont deserve the honor they attain by the community support bred by the love of the arts in our community. These young performers will cultivate arts in our town
Rehearsing with the Aslan puppet. (Photo by Keith Bobo.)
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experiences, will continue to find the arts an important part of our community, the state, the nation, and the world. “The support and donations from Longmont and its balletomanes is imperative to continue delivering performance opportunities and amazing experiences to the youth of Longmont and our state.”
Live art in the window with Longmont Studio Tour artist Molly Morning-glory. (Photo cour-
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of Longmont and in whatever town they choose to live because of the community of artists that Longmont cultivates. I am proud to call Longmont my artistic home!” About her leadership role, Kingsley says, “… I and many of our faculty are role models and mentors to the young
performers we influence. We take their development into kind and well-rounded individuals as a very integral part of their training... We are very mindful of the leaders we are as we are creating the next generation of leaders. My hope is that these new leaders, trained through LDT’s
Joanne Kirves, Executive Director, Arts Longmont
“The arts scene in Longmont is flourishing, exploding,” Kirves says. “It has been great to be a part of the Art scene for the last 16 years. I’ve seen a lot of growth and change, but at the heart is our amazing artists. They are wonderful to work with, they are generous and well, creative. With
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to make Longmont great. It’s important to me as a leader to remember there are many voices, many needs and few resources. It is so important to engage a variety of people, find common ground and then work together to make great things happen.” Arts Longmont has been serving the community for 30 years. “Last year we changed our name from Longmont Council for the Arts to Arts Longmont. Our mission is to incubate, advocate, and inspire through our eight programs in the visual and performing arts. We incubate our young artists in the St. Vrain Valley School District with our arts education programming. We advoJoanne Kirves addresses the cate on behalf of the arts and we inspire crowd at Art+Farm FRESH! the community with our Muse Gallery, (Photo courtesy of Arts Longmont.) Longmont Studio Tour and Friday Afternoon Concerts and Art Show. When you think of the arts in Longmont, think Arts Longmont.” Downtown Longmont’s designation as a She adds, “I like to think it’s all glamCreative District the state of Colorado has our, but when you are part of a small staff taken notice of our art scene.” doing big things you do it all. From strateKirves has been with Arts Longmont gic planning and program development to since 2003, starting as the program coorrevenue development and advocacy, and I dinator for the Longmont Studio Tour. even clean the toilets!” In 2008 she was promoted to Executive Arts Longmont Director. 356 Main Street, 303.678.7869 “I truly love living and working in artslongmont.org Longmont. The Arts are part of who I am and I feel blessed that every day I get to —————————————— work with our artists and the community
C. Kristin Anderson-Bohan, President, Longmont Jazz Association
“I have a great passion for jazz,” says Anderson-Bohan. She is a jazz drummer, leader of two bands, and a freelancer with other bands. She is currently the Events Coordinator for Naropa University, has worked for Chautauqua Auditorium in various capacities, and spent 25 years working at Macky Auditorium at CU-Boulder, the last 16 years as Director. She served on the Boulder Friends of Jazz board and currently is editor of their newsletter. “Being on the LJA board couples my love for jazz with my experience in running arts organizations.” As President, Anderson-Bohan is responsible for the overall operation of the organization. “I help organize the annual festival including band selection and logistics. I help write grants, update the website, and generally make sure we accomplish everything we can as an organization. “We are the only jazz organization in Longmont and have been around for 17 years, producing a free annual festival every year, along with other events when funding allows. We strive to bring all styles of jazz to audiences who may not be familiar with jazz as well as to seasoned jazz fans. We always have an educational clinic in conjunction with the festival to encourage Ginga entertains at the Longmont Jazz Festival. (Photo courtesy of Longmont Jazz Association.)
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Jessica Kooiman Parker, Executive Director/Curator, Firehouse Art Center With a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, Parker has worked as a freelance designer since 2005. She started at the Firehouse in 2012 as a volunteer and quickly became the Art Director. At the beginning of 2013, she was named Executive Director/ Curator. “As curator, I plan over 20 exhibitions each year. In addition, I work in tandem with our Deputy Director and Board
Chair to oversee all of the wonderful programs at the Firehouse. It is the leading contemporary art space in Longmont and sits as a cornerstone to the Creative District. Our aesthetic is fresh and cutting edge. All of our programs are based on our most current exhibition (which changes every month). Our programs serve a broad audience and include two significant programs for under-served children and people with developmental disabilities.” She views the art scene in Longmont as “an inclusive place for arts and culture. It is growing and building momentum, but it still needs support from the community. The next 5-10 years will define downtown Longmont and it is our responsibility to maintain cultural diversity and an inexpensive place for artists.” Referring to her leadership role, Parker says, “I check my ego at the door - there is no place for it in a nonprofit, especially a creative nonprofit. As the leader of the organization I feel that it is my responsibility to maintain focus on the individuals we serve. I refuse to gossip or speak badly about anyone, because ultimately I truly believe everyone is trying their best.”
Firehouse Art Center 667 4th Avenue, 303.651.2787 firehouseart.org Jessica Kooiman talks to patrons at the Firehouse Art Center. (Photo by Mark Ivins.)
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By Summer McElley, For Longmont Magazine There’s nothing better than being pampered and it’s no longer just for humans. Pets also love an unexpected treat to feel special or a massage to help them relax just like we do. And since pets are a part of the family it is important to recognize their likes and dislikes. While it is always fun to give treats to your pet, it is also important to make sure you pamper them with a healthy lifestyle. “Really a healthy pet, is a pampered pet,” says Dr. Molly Abernathy, veternarian and owner of Family Pet Hospital in Longmont. Usually when pet owners think about keeping their pets healthy, it is about vaccinations. Abernathy agrees that keeping your pet vaccinated is important, but it is also crucial to remember an annual checkup. “You have to get your pet checked out from the tip of the nose, to the tip of their tail. These exams can find arthritis, dental diseases, allergies and itchy skin.” Abernathy explains that animals are really good about hiding aches and pains and that is why if you really want to pamper them you have to get to the bottom of their pains. Once you know what those
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are, you can treat them to a massage for muscles aches, acupuncture treatments for arthritis or simply just a walk to keep them exercised and trim. While exercise and pampering is important for a pet’s health, it is also important to keep that healthy, happy lifestyle rich with the right kind of food. “We have learned how much a good, wholesome food makes a difference in our own lives and they want that for their furry family members,” says Kim Morgan at Muttz Natural Pet Supplies. Treats are another way that owners can enrich the daily lives of their pets. Morgan says this is easy with all of the fun, yummy treats that are available. Abernathy agrees that treats are good because they not only serve as something special, but can be practical as well. Owners can utilize dental treats and chews to help in the daily maintenance of teeth cleaning. “Dental disease is something that can be ignored and uncomfortable,” she says. “We think
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Treat your guests to hand-made craft cocktails this holiday season
There’s no secret to making a great cocktail like the Apple Spice at The Roost. (Photo by Jonathan Castner.)
By L. L. Charles, Longmont Magazine It’s holiday party time! You’ve invited your guests, decked the halls and planned the food, from canapés to chicken fingers. But what about the drinks? This year, go beyond the standard self-serve bar setup, and wow your party pals with some holiday craft cocktail magic. It will take some planning, but the “Likes” you get will be worth it. Where to start? We asked several local professionals for their advice on homestyle bartending and how to stock a holiday bar. The good news is, you can do this! So let’s get started with a trip to your local liquor store for some supplies.
Stocking your holiday bar
First, we’ll get the ingredients for your bar. Our shopping guide is Larry Berreth from Wyatt’s Wet Goods in Longmont. Besides being an expert in mixology, Berreth has a bar at home that was constructed from 30,000 Legos. Extra points for style!
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extensive menu of martinis and mixed drinks (new drinks are added often). Bring your notebook and settle in at the bar for a lesson or two. Bar manager Stefan Kulski says he likes the fast pace of working the bar. “Every day is different, but I will always enjoy making cocktails for people who really appreciate them.” Martini’s Bistro features a good showing of local distillers, such as St. Jackelope and Jenny Pear Gin from Palisades and Richardo’s Decaf Coffee Liqueur from Spirit Hound Distillery in Lyons. “We make some great drinks with Fireball Cinnamon Whisky and I love mixing with St. Germain, too.” Start with at least a fifth each of the go-to liquors: vodka, gin, rum, scotch, bourbon and tequila. Vodka and gin will be in higher demand, so double up on those if you’re expecting a crowd. You don’t have to buy top shelf labels here, but if you have to scrimp, do it on the vodka, not the whisky. Grab a bottle of dry and sweet vermouth for classic martinis. Berreth suggests trying a bottle of Lillet as a vermouth alternative. The orange-based fortified wine “is what James Bond prefers in his martinis. You can also serve it over ice with a small orange slice for a lighter taste.” “Holiday drinks often include peppermint, chocolate or cinnamon flavors,” Berreth says, so you’ll want to include a bottle of Irish Cream, Godiva Chocolate or Gran Marnier. Each of these can be used in hot drinks, or cold drinks like a Chocolate Martini. Mulled ciders or hot toddies (with bourbon or rum) are also nice choices. Of course, you want to have a good store of the bubbly on hand. You can’t beat traditional Champagne, but Prosecco, the sparkling wine from Italy, is very popular and affordable. (Use it any way you’d use Champagne.) Stop in your liquor dealer’s mixology department and pick up a dozen “speed pour” nozzles, and if needed, a shaker (perhaps a fancy three-piece set for you
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Nick and Nora fans, but a two-piece Boston strainer works fine, too). An iced tea spoon works great as a stirrer. Buy all the mixers you will need, including soda, tonic, cola, 7Up. You’ll need to stock up on garnishes: a few lemons, limes, cherries, perhaps an orange. Olives and cocktail onions, of course, and cocktail picks. Be sure to wash the citrus very well to remove wax and dirt. Some recipes call for simple syrup, which you can make at home (Place one cup of sugar and one cup of water in a saucepan, bring to a boil and stir until all the sugar is dissolved. Let it cool and you’re good to go. Sweet!)
Putting the Craft in Cocktails
People have been “rediscovering” cocktails for years. But the revival of local, craft distilleries has brought something new to party. Bars and restaurants not only feature these small-batch liquors on their drink menus, but they’ve starting hacking their own fruity or herbal infusions of moonshine, gin or vodka. And you can try it at home. At The Roost in Longmont, “We
Bartending: It’s Showmanship, with Drinks
Bartending is fun! If you haven’t tried it, you’ll want to learn a few basics. Bartending 101 videos are all over the internet and worth checking out. Then spend an hour with a good bartending guide and make some crib notes for the popular drinks. Then, take a field trip to someplace like Martini’s Bistro. The longtime Longmont favorite is known for their
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Homemade spirits and cocktails are an easy, creative way to make the season bright “Infusions are easy to make at home, and they’re a great way to add your personal stamp to any popular holiday cocktail such as wassails, mimosas and even eggnog,” says Ted Kilgore, owner of Planters House in St. Louis, Missouri, and head mixologist for Everclear(R), the leading neutral spirit produced by Luxco. “The high proof and clean taste of neutral spirits means they are perfect for the creation of unique infusions and liqueurs. You wouldn’t want to drink them ‘straight,’ but products like Everclear are a wonderful foundation for holiday creativity.” Once you’ve created your flavored spirit, you can incorporate your personalized infusion into your entertaining by serving up unique holiday cocktails. Kilgore offers some recipe ideas for every kind of holiday celebration:
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The various liquors impart a neon and ethereal color, as well as an element of playfulness and great flavor. Pair this cocktail with butternut squash soup or butternut squash goat cheese crostini or bruschetta. Start by making Orange Spice Infusion.
Orange Spice infuSiOn ingredientS: • 10 ounces Everclear • 10 ounces filtered water • 4 ounces 1:1 simple syrup • Zest of two oranges • 4 cloves • 4 allspice • 2 cinnamon sticks • 1 vanilla bean split directions: Steep cloves, allspice, cinnamon, vanilla and orange zest in 10 ounces of Everclear. Use a Microplane grater on oranges to get just the zest. Allow to steep for 24 hours. Strain. Add 10 ounces of water and 4 ounces of simple syrup. Bottle. Makes approximately 24 ounces of 80 proof infusion.
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ounces of 80 proof infusion.
HigHball ingredientS: • 1 1/2 ounces Fall Flavors Infusion • Club soda •Slice of Red Delicious Apple • Slice Granny Smith Apple directions: Combine vodka and club soda in highball glass. Stir briefly. Garnish with apple slices.
Chai Milk Punch
cOcktail ingredientS: • 1 1/2 ounces Orange Spice Infusion • 1/2 ounce Creme de Cacao • 3/4 ounce Ginger Liqueur (Domain de Canton) • 1/4 ounce lemon juice directions: Add all ingredients to a shaker and shake hard. Strain into cocktail glass. Garnish with candied ginger and or candy corn.
Holiday Highball
This simple-to-make highball is packed with holiday flavors and goes great with a host of Thanksgiving treats, especially turkey and pork. Start by making a Fall Flavors Infusion.
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10 ounces Everclear 10 ounces filtered water 4 ounces 1:1 simple syrup 3/4 cup chopped Granny Smith Apples • 3/4 cup chopped Red Delicious Apple • 3/4 cup chopped cranberries • 2 allspice • 2 cloves • 1 cinnamon stick directions: In food processor or with a knife, chop cranberries and apples. Add all the fruit to 10 ounces of Everclear. Add spices. Give a good shake. Let steep for 24 hours. Strain off and add water and simple syrup. Bottle. Makes approximately 24
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An updated take on the classic Brandy Milk Punch, a traditional New Orleans breakfast drink, this cocktail is easy to make and enjoy in the morning or early afternoon on holidays or News Year’s Day. Much like an adult milk shake, this pairs well with breakfast or brunch foods such as waffles, scones, pastries, sausage and bacon. This drink can be made hot or cold. Start by creating Chai Infusion.
cHai infuSiOn ingredientS: • 10 ounces Everclear • 10 ounces filtered water • 4 ounces 1:1 simple syrup • 1/4 cup or six bags of Chai directions: Combine Everclear and water. Add Chai tea bags and steep for one to two hours, checking strength every half hour. Steep time will vary with the strength of the Chai. Strain off and add simple syrup. Bottle. Makes approximately 24 ounces of 80 proof infusion.
cHai Milk puncH ingredientS: • 1 1/2 ounces Chai Infusion • 1/2 ounce simple syrup • 3 ounces milk directions: Place all ingredients into a shaker and shake. Strain into a highball glass. Top with grated nutmeg. To learn more about making your own holiday infusions with Everclear, and for more inspiration and recipes, visit makeityourown.com. -(BPT)
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Holiday Happenings
Longmont Dance Theatre’s The Nutcracker Photo By Keith Bobo
Bicycle Longmont’s 2015 Kids’ Holiday Bike Program
Now through mid-December, Bicycle Longmont will get together with volunteer bikesmiths to repair used, no longer needed bikes for kids whose families have a tough time during the holiday season. You don’t need to be a bike mechanic to help. They have time slots available for simple cleaning and polishing, as well as for minor repair and tools are provided by Bicycle Longmont. Most bikes just need some polishing and a little air in the tires, but some will need minor repairs. Sign up to volunteer with them at the Longmont YMCA located at Lashley and 9th Avenue in Longmont. If you would like to sign up for a time slot visit signupgenius.com/go/4090e4faea629aa8-2015.
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Spirit of Thanksgiving Dinner 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. - Join in this annual holiday dinner for OUR Center clients and the whole community, featuring a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with turkey and all the fixin’s, musical entertainment, face painting for the kids and more. Free shuttle service for OUR Center clients will be available from OUR Hospitality Center, 250 3rd Ave., to Old Chicago and back. Where: Old Chicago, 1805 Industrial Circle, Longmont
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Mollie McGee’s Holiday Craft Market Over 160 carefully selected fine art and craft vendors at each show. Find gourmet foods, handcrafted jewelry, bath products, home décor and more. Where: Boulder County Fairgrounds, at Hover and Nelson roads in Longmont When: Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (No strollers on Saturdays please) and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: $4 covers both days (kids under 12 free)
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Thanksgiving Buffet If disaster strikes, or you just don’t want to cook this year, treat yourself to Martini’s Thanksgiving Buffet. When: 10:30 a.m. -3:30 p.m. Where: Martinis Bistro Restaurant, 543 Terry St., Longmont Cost: Adults, $24; Children 4 – 11 years old, $11; Children 3 & under, Free
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Longmont Christmas Tree Lighting
The Flower Bin Holiday Open House
6:45 p.m. Enjoy sounds of the holidays from the Salvation Army Band and carolers.
refreshments. Bring your camera for a special visit from Santa Claus and his Flower Bin Elf— Elf Luis!
7 p.m. Don’t miss Santa and other magical winter characters helping to light Longmont’s Christmas Tree.
WhERE: 1805 Nelson, Longmont
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November 28
Niwot’s Enchanted Evening WhEN: 5 - 9 p.m.
Niwot’s Holiday Parade
Where: old Town & Cottonwood Square
WhEN: 11:00am
Come back to old Town Niwot for holiday artisans, vendors and musicians and stay for the Tree Lighting Ceremony in old Town Niwot to the tunes of The Niwot Semi-Marching Free Grange Band. Be sure to look for Santa!
This year the Niwot high School Key Club is proudly coordinating the holiday parade— details coming very soon!
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NOVEMBER 28-29
DEcEMBER 1
Sugar Plum Tea Party
Lights of Love
Join Longmont Dance Theatre for a mini Nutcracker performance and enjoy afternoon tea with goodies to delight every palate. Take home a souvenir photo with the Sugar Plum Fairy!
5:30 - 7 p.m. — Christmas Trees will be lit following a small ceremony Bring your children and join Santa for a fun evening with The Longmont Chorale, cookies, eggnog, clowns and more. and don’t forget to bring your camera.
WhEN: Saturday- 2 p.m., Sunday- 1 & 4 p.m.
CoST: $25
INFoRMaTIoN/TICkETS: Longmontdancetheatre.com or call 303-772-1335
WhERE: Longmont United hospital, 1950 Mountain View ave, Longmont
DEcEMBER 4 Callahan Holiday Open House Come enjoy the historic Callahan house while it is beautifully decorated for the holidays. WhEN: 4 -7 p.m. WhERE: 312 Terry St., Longmont CoST: Free
DEcEMBER 3-5 50th Annual Holiday Home TourThe Gift of Home It’s time to celebrate the 50th anniversary Christmas home Tour! attend a VIP night on Thursday that includes a special dinner with Longmont Restaurant Partners or attend a host of activities before and after the home tour on Saturday and Sunday, including a soup and bread meal, baked and canned goods sale, frozen soup, holiday decor and historic display of the Christmas home Tour. hosted by UCC Longmont. WhEN: VIP Night, Thursday, 5-9 p.m., Friday, 9a.m.-8:30 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. WhERE: First Congregational United Church of Christ at 9th and Francis in Longmont CoST: $15 - Friday and Saturday tickets are good for both days. INFo: Call 303-651-6546 or visit thegiftofhome.org
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Find an array of handmade and hand-crafted art and crafts, body care, jewelry, and other unique gifts this season. Experience holiday delights of Great Britain as well as many other home-made cookies, cakes and so much more. Santa and the Mrs. will visit with children, while hot cider is served by Niwot community youth.
Christmas in Berthoud is a community-wide effort to bring holiday joy to those in need.
WhEN: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. WhERE: Left hand Grange, 2nd and Franklin, Niwot INFo: niwot.com/events
The goal this year is to raise $15,000 to be distributed to families in town. Donations purchase toys, gift cards, and more for those people who need them the most in Berthoud. Main events include live entertainment, crafts for kids, giving trees and tables, photos with Santa, a Parade of Lights followed by the lighting of the town tree and a craft fair over both days. For a complete list of events and times, visit christmasinberhoud.org.
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December 5 Carbon Valley Holiday Festival The Carbon Valley Holiday Festival is a collaborative effort between Firestone, Frederick and Dacono to host a full day of holiday activities in the Carbon Valley.
December 5 & 6 The Tiny Tim Center Christmas Tree Festival Beautiful trees decorated with gifts will be raffled while guests enjoy a buffet meal, cash bar, and live entertainment. Benefitting The Tiny Time Learning Center.
WHEN: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. WHERE: Carbon Valley Regional Library, 7 Park Ave., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Santa Saturday Firestone: Coal Ridge Middle School, 6201 Booth Dr., 1-4 p.m.- Santa and Mrs. Claus, Santa’s workshop, music performances, photos with firemen Dacono: Dacono City Hall, 512 Cherry St., 4:30-5:30 p.m. - selfies with Santa, create cards and crafts, holiday entertainment Frederick: Festival of Lights at Crist Park, 105 5th St., 6-8 p.m.- photos with Santa, live music, carriage rides, ice carving COST: Free
When: December 5, 5:30 p.m.— Evening dinner December 6, 10 a.m.—Buffet luncheon WHERE: The Plaza Conference Center, 1850 Industrial Circle, Longmont
December 5 & 6 The Nutcracker
Saturday 4 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m.— The Longmont Symphony Orchestra and The Boulder Ballet present holiday favorite. WHERE: Vance Brand Civic Auditorium, 600 E. Mountain View Ave. in Longmont TICkETS: tix2.centerstageticketing.com/sites/ longmontsymphony/
December 5-28 Scrooge: Bah Humbug! A musical version of the holiday classic, “A Christmas Carol.” Don’t miss this classic.
COST: $65 per person.
WHERE: Jesters Dinner Theater, 224 Main St., Longmont
INFO: learningwithtlc.org, 303.776.7417.
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but not Edelen. Th here’s yett another loccation on the horizon. The Fabulous Finds Outlet Boutique will open in Gunbarrel r in December. The store will w focus largely on clothing, carrying expired items from the c other two locations, but here’s the t twist; a portion of the proceeds from every sale will go to c A Woman’s Work. As it is, 60 percent of specifically indicated p consignment items go to the loc cal c charity, but that will be the overall focus of the outlet. For everything you get, you also give something in return. “We know some of the need first hand from our customers. It’s good to know that the people we’re helping are our friends and neighbors. It’s important,” says Edelen. Clearly, her customers agree.
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December 11-20
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Holiday double feature
“All is Calm, All is Bright” to Anna, Elsa & Olaf with St Vrain Singers - children’s chorus and solo performances by our Youth Vocal Competition winners
The idea is to Give Where You Live- Colorado citizens donate to the local or state charity of their choice raising millions of dollars for nonprofits.
Longmont Theater presents Disney’s Sleeping Beauty – kids, followed by It’s a Wonderful Life : A Live Radio Show.
WhEN: 3 p.m.
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WhERE: LifeBridge Church Auditorium, 340 Lashley St, Longmont
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Longmont’s premier holiday event, including sky divers, fireworks, crafts, refreshments, entertaiment and a parade. See page 71 for full details.
Longmont Symphony Orchestra presents special and traditional music.
Santa Collecting Toys for OUR Center
WhEN: 7:30 p.m. WhERE: Westview Presbyterian Church 15th and hover, Longmont TICkETS: longmontsymphony. org/html/Candlelight_concert. html
Santa will be at the Left hand Brewing Company Tasting Room to help collect toys for gifts to the children at the OUR Center on Christmas Day. Bring your children and your camera and some new toys in original packaging for a fun time. WhEN: 5:30 pm WhERE: Left hand Brewing Company, 1265 Boston Ave, Longmont
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The Nutcracker “Order up some holiday Magic!” with Longmont Dance Theatre as they proudly present “The Nutcracker” accompanied by Flatirons Community Orchestra and The St. Vrain Singers. WhEN: Friday 7 p.m.; Saturday 2 and 7 p.m.; Sunday 1 p.m. WhERE: Niwot high School Auditiorium, 8989 Niwot Rd, Longmont COST: Adult: $22, Student/ Senior: $17 TICkETS: www.longmontdancetheatre.com or call 303.772.1335
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December 19
Longmont Museum First Annual Holiday Festival Join the Longmont Museum for a holiday celebration filled with classic music of the season and festive decorations in the new Stewart Auditorium and Swan Atrium. Enjoy orchestras, ensembles and soloists, refreshments, visit with Santa and view an exhibit of historic winter photos from the Museum’s collections following the performance. Alcoholic beverages will also be available for purchase. WhEN: 4 p.m.
WhERE: Longmont Museum / Stewart Auditorium, 400 Quail Road, Longmont,
CoST: $15 adults, $10 students/seniors
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December 20
Nutty Nutcracker
Last Chance Gift Fest
Airborne Gymnastics presents the 11th annual Nutty Nutcracker. See this classical tale turned upside down and inside out with tap, jazz and maybe even a little hip-hop or gymnastics. Anything is possible! Tickets are FREE, number is limited. WhEN: 2 pm and 7 pm WhERE: Vance Brand Civic Auditorium, Longmont
The Last Chance Gift Fest is an annual holiday shopping Extravaganza. Find the perfect gift at this Colossal Sale, featuring a vast assortment of art, crafts, toys, home decor, delicious food, unique items and much more! There will be over 140 of Colorado’s finest vendors and also Free Live Music, Free hot Chocolate, Free Admission, Kids Train, and fun for all ages. Don’t miss one of the last great shopping events of the year! WERE: Boulder County Fairgrounds, Exhibit Building, Longmont WhEN: 10am – 5pm INFo: www.coloradoevents.net
December 31
New Year’s Eve Great Gatsby Soiree An adults only new year’s eve extravaganza including appetizers, drinks, dinner, desserts, dancing and a champagne toast at midnight! 1920’s attire is encouraged—best dressed win prizes. WhEN: 7:30 p.m.– 1:00 a.m. WhERE: Brookside Gardens Event Center, , 619 E hwy 56 Berthoud, Co 80513 CoST: $50.00-$325 TICKETS/INFo: Call 970-532-3663
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Where’s Santa?
One of the best events of the holidays is taking the kids to see Santa, but sometimes he can be a little hard to find and even harder to see. Here’s a quick list of some of the places you can find Santa around town this season. For more information, and other locations, check northpolesantaclaus.christmas.
November 27
Longmont Tree Lighting 6th & Main Streets, Longmont Santa and other holiday figures will be present to help light up the Longmont Holiday Lights. This is always a fun event for the entire family. Bring your camera for “selfies” of yourself with Santa and the others.
November 28, Dec. 6,13 & 20 Samples World Bistro 370 Main St, Longmont
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December 18
5:30–7:30p.m. at LUH Lights of Love Santa helps light the trees and chats with children. Bring your camera for a fun event.
Santa Collecting Toys for OUR Center. Santa will be at the Tasting Room at 5:30 p.m. to help collect toys for the children at the OUR Center to open on Christmas Day. Bring your children and your camera and some new toys in original packaging for a fun time.
Longmont United Hospital —1950 Mountain View Ave., Longmont
December 4
Callahan House 312 Terry Street, Longmont Santa will be talking with children from 3-6 p.m. at the Holiday Open House hosted by the historic Callahan House. Be sure to bring your camera.
Santa will be reading and telling stories and talking to any children who happen to drop by 6:30-8:30 p.m. Don’t forget to bring your camera.
December 22
Used Book Emporium 346 Main Street, Longmont
December 4 & 5
Grace Place 250 Mountain Avenue, Ber thoud
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Ace Hardware 1727 Main St., Longmont
November 29
First United Methodist Church 350 11th Ave., Longmont Bishop Nicholas of Myra (aka St. Nicholas, aka Santa Claus) will be participating in the Worship Service for the first Sunday in Advent. The service will include “Hanging of the Greens” and Bishop Nicholas explaining the Christian origins of many of our present day “holiday” customs. After the service, Bishop Nicholas will be available for photos with him and children.
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Longmont Senior Citizens Center, 910 Longs Peak Avenue, Longmont
December 4
Friday 5 to 9 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Have a professional 5” x 7” photo taken with Santa.
Santa will be talking with the children. Bring your camera for lots of fun photos.
December 21
This is a special event to allow seniors to bring young children to see Santa Claus. Instead of standing in line, you should be able to sit and wait for your turn to talk with Santa. Bring your camera- 2-5 p.m.
Holiday treats for kids and parents at Samples Bistro from 4 – 6 p.m.. Enjoy dinner and drinks while your children take pictures with Santa. Use your own camera, make reservations and avoid the line.
The Flower Bin 1805 Nelson Rd., Longmont
Left Hand Brewing Company 1265 Boston Ave, Longmont
Longmont Museum 400 Quail Road, Longmont Come visit Santa from 12- 2 p.m. at the Longmont Museum. It will be Christmas in just a few days so bring your last minute wishes to see if you’ve made it onto the nice list!
December 5 & 12
Bring the children and your camera from 10a.m. – 2 p.m. for some fun photos. Also receive a free picture from Ace Hardware.
December 11
Longmont Lights Roosevelt Park, Longmont Make a craft with Santa in his special Longmont-branch workshop between 4:30 and 8:30 p.m. Sponsored by Home Depot.
December 17
Broadway Performing Ar ts Academy 655 S. Sunset St., Longmont Come visit with Santa from 6-8 p.m. and find out more about the Broadway Performing Arts Academy.
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take in the lights.
Food Truck Sales
Various local food truck vendors will be in the Longs Peak Parking Lot area near the park.
10 am to 5:45 pm and 8 to 9 pm Open Skating (regular fees apply)
Sounds of the Holiday
5 to 8 pm Hot Cocoa Carts
5:30-6 pm
Quintet Brass
Enjoy a fifteen-minute Laser Light Show set to music in the center of Roosevelt Park.
6-7 pm
Longmont Concert Band
7-8pm
Santa’s Workshop
Leo Everett, Cowboy Entertainer Hot cocoa and cookies will be available.
Children 10 and under can visit with Santa. One free wood craft per family courtesy of Home Depot. Bring your camera! Visits with Santa has moved back inside the building! Due to Santa’s overwhelming schedule, the line to see Santa will be cutoff early in order to adhere to the closing time of 8pm.
6:15 to 7:45 pm Holiday Ice Show
Featuring ice skating instructors and professionals from the Denver area
8 to 9 pm Open Skating
Fire Pits, Carolers
Warm your hands and listen to carolers by the fire pits around Roosevelt Park as you
Watch the skies above Roosevelt Park for Mile-Hi Skydiving’s annual pyrotechnic parachute jump.
7:45 pm Night Parachute Drop Laser Light Show
Longmont Senior Center
Enjoy a complimentary cup of hot cocoa sponsored by Longmont Meals on Wheels.
7 pm Pyrotechnic Parachute Jump
(regular fees apply)
Saturday , December 12
Meet the Longmont Lights Holiday Parade Grand Marshal: Lila Stewart
Lila Stewart is a Longmont-based businesswoman and philanthropist whose family has been active in the area since the late 1950s. She and her late husband Bill owned and operated KLMO as well as a local travel agency for decades, and have been a dynamic part of the business
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5 pm
Longmont Lights hoLiday Parade Lights on Parade
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10 am to 9 pm
• Pioneer Award - Best Historical or Cultural Theme: $100 prize • Holiday Spirit Award - Best Use of Lights: $100 prize • Harmony Award - Best Musical Group: $100 prize
Open Skate Ice Skating (regular fees apply)
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