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8 | RECREATION Horse jumping is more than a hobby.
GOING GREEN EDITION 26 | COMMUNITY Check out what the city of Longmont is doing to go green.
10 | HEALTH Living with diabetes takes restraint when it comes to your diet.
12 | LIFESTYLE Floating away in a balloon adventure in the sky.
16 | HEALTH Sorting out life’s picky eaters and finding foods that please.
43 I HOT TIPS Travel light with these handy packing tips.
30 I LIFESTYLE Green Guru reuses your old stuff to create new uses.
44 I PETS Help your pet lead a green lifestyle.
37 I DINING OUT Local restaurants do their part in leading a sustainable life.
20 | YOUTH SPOTLIGHT Nathan Hyde practices discipline through karate.
40 I LIFESTYLE Precycling leads to zero waste at home.
21 | COMMUNITY Don’t miss this year’s Festival on Main and Erie Biscuit Days.
42 I HOME FRONT Making your own cleaning products, as well as understanding green terms.
28 | BUSINESS E-vehicles offer a clean, green alternative.
32 I OUTLOOK A glimpse at Eco-Cycle’s mission and a volunteer who lends a hand.
18 | FOOD Farmers’ market offers produce ripe for cooking.
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46 I LIFESTYLE Reducing your carbon footprint. 48 I RECREATION Local parks, greenways and golf courses add to life in Longmont. 55 I EVENTS 64 I FUN FOR ALL
24 | FASHION Today’s retro finds are from an era past.
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Joe Hart, owner of Longmont Hot Air Balloon Co., pumps hot air into the balloon getting it ready for a flight above Longmont. Photo by Paul Litman Design by Trish Allin
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I’ve always watched in wonder at the hot air balloons floating high in the sky. There have been many days on my way to work in the mornings that balloons are being filled near my home. The little kid in me wants to go in for a closer look and discover just how those yards of fabric could lift the basket and its occupants off the ground. I stop and watch for a moment, before turning in the opposite direction toward the office. I can’t help but look in the rear view mirror as the balloon fades out of sight. After years of watching them in the sky, I finally got my chance to get up close and personal when I wrote this issue’s cover story on hot air ballooning. My little kid eyes grew with excitement as we approached the launch field. The crew began unloading the basket and balloon, stretching it out as far as it went, latching it to the handwoven basket and then setting up gas-powered fans to fill it. Even laying in a mass on the ground, the balloon colors were vivid, eventually swirling into a rainbow as it inflated. With a burst of hot propane fired into the balloon, the basket tipped upright, allowing us to climb in for our flight with pilot Joseph Hart of Longmont Hot Air Balloon Co. There was a buzz of excitement among everyone, including the two couples aboard for their maiden flight. I don’t know about anyone else inside that basket, but I was like a little kid on Christmas morning. But instead of gifts to open, it was the anticipation of feeling weightless floating high above the world in a balloon. In a split instance we lifted off, climbing to the sky that awaited. It was nothing like an airplane ride where you feel small movements around you and the floor shutter below. It was more like a feather, floating freely in the sky, turning to give me new glimpses at a world unseen. Kristi Ritter Special Sections Editor
P.S.Be sure to check out the Going Green section of this magazine. Find out tips about purchasing your own e-vehicles, as well as reducing your carbon footprint, pre-cycling and local restaurants doing their part to lead a sustainable life. It’s our way of showing you how to go green.
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More Than a Hobby
Hunters, jumpers and their riders find passionate lifestyle in sport
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sk any of the riders at Cascade Farms in Firestone about jumping horses and they’ll tell you it’s more than a hobby, it’s a lifestyle. ”It’s an addiction and it’s hard to stop once you get into it. It’s in your blood,” says Mandi Olkowski, assistant trainer at Cascade Farms. This addiction is felt throughout the riders at the farm as they train and practice jumps. Although it is a Tuesday morning and already hot, the arena is filled with riders and their horses, others waiting for a lesson or those who just stopped by to chat. Some hang out in the barn preparing their horses for a ride, while others are perched on a shaded fence watching Cascade Farm owner and head trainer Jennifer Vann with the riders in the arena. As the training goes on, it is easy to see the family-like atmosphere among the riders as they banter about everyday life and who won at recent competitions. Many of the riders attribute their closeness to Vann and the 8
friendly atmosphere presented at the farm. But one thing is for sure, all riders shared a common interest at an early age: horses. Rider Shaina Greer, who jumps with her horse, Apache (show name Swingtime), grew up across the street from Cascade Farms and became interested in horses at the age of 4. And Karie Grove, who jumps with her horse Johnnie Walker Blue, wanted a pony for as long as she can remember. At Cascade Farms, Vann, who has been a hunter jumper trainer for more than 25 years, trains her riders in the English-style. This type of training is rare, because English-style is more common on the East and West coast. Western-style riding is more common in the Longmont area. At the farm, riders can compete as a hunter, jumper or in equitation, and Vann will start training them at age 5. Usually, riders will begin in equitation, which is the form the rider
Top left moving clockwise: Claire Koerner, 17, and AJ jump one of many obstacles during practice. Jennifer Vann, owner and head trainer at Cascade Farms, instructs Ruthie Fitzgerald on how to approach an obstacle as she gets ready to jump. Fitzgerald, Claire Koerner and Emily Loebbaka take a breather during jumping lessons at Cascade Farms. Loebbaka and Vegas jump an obstacle during practice. Koerner prepares AJ for jumping lessons.
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has while riding the horse. They will then go to hunters where the judging is placed more on the horse jumping than the rider’s form. Finally, if a rider is ready, they can be a jumper, which is the most advanced form because of its fast pace. Jumpers compete on harder courses and are not just judged on performance but on time, as well. The riders at Cascade Farms compete along the Front Range in the local circuit of the Colorado Hunter Jumper Association. Vann, who competes professionally as a hunter and jumper, offers a lot of experience to the young riders. She also loves the lifestyle of the sport. “This is my home and everything,” she says about the farm and its inhabitants. Vann, who started riding at the age of four, always had a good horse sense and knew she would do something like this someday. “It’s in my DNA makeup,” she says. While jumping is often considered a luxury sport, it is something Cascade Farms riders work hard at being able to do. Many of them agree that the hardest part about the sport is the money it requires, but it is worth giving up other luxuries for the joy of the sport, even in the current economy. Rebekah Thorne, who has been riding at Cascade Farms for four years, puts it simply. “It’s not a hobby, it’s an obsession.”
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More than 6 million Americans are living with diabetes and they don’t even know it. Often times this disease manifests itself through many years without any symptoms. But for the millions living with undiagnosed diabetes, there are even more who don’t understand this broad and complex disorder. Most people are familiar with the term and a few basic facts, but are not sure just how diabetes works. According to registered dietician and Longmont Clinic Diabetes Care Team Coordinator Sheryl Bachman, diabetes, generally speaking, is a disease of the metabolism. It causes inhibition or disruption of insulin production. Insulin Insulin is a hormone which is secreted from the pancreas to aid the body in moving glucose or blood sugar from the blood stream into the muscles for energy. Type 1 Diabetes A person with type 1 diabetes has lost the ability to produce insulin and must inject themselves with the hormone. The amount of insulin is determined on an individual basis with the help of a physician. Type 1 usually occurs in children and young adults, but more physicians are seeing it occur across a broad range of ages. This type of diabetes is less common than others accounting for
5 to 10 percent of diabetics. Type 2 Diabetes A person with type 2 diabetes still has the ability to make insulin and may be doing so, but the body is not using it correctly. Therefore, type 2 diabetics must use a combination of diet, exercise and sometimes oral medications to keep their diabetes under control. Type 2 commonly develops as a result of a combination of several factors such as being overweight, age, stress and a sedentary lifestyle. Ninety to 95 percent of diagnosed cases of diabetes are type 2. Symptoms A person with diabetes must watch their blood sugar levels to see if they are managing their insulin correctly. If the body has too much or too little glucose in its blood stream, serious complications can arise. Diabetes usually increases the risk of developing other disorders associated with the cardiovascular system such as heart disease or strokes. Treatment Unfortunately, there is not a cure for diabetes, but for those living with the disease, there are a number of educational classes and support groups that can help diabetics manage their regimen of exercise and diet.
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new insight to the landscape STORY BY KRISTI RITTER PHOTOS BY PAUL LITMAN
Being up in a hot air balloon gives people a different perspective on the world below. You see the depths of ponds, the way a river runs through a city, drivers making the daily commute to the office and the beauty of corn rows in a field. Lakewood residents Bernie and Adria Hohman were the first to remark on the altered perspective from inside the balloon basket. “You forget what fields look like, and the way roads, rivers and parks align to make up a city,” Adria says. It’s a completely different experience from flying in an airplane, where the world below almost disappears just as a person gets a glimpse. Even better, a hot air balloon ride allows people to poke their heads out over the edge for a one-of-a-kind view.
wedding anniversary in early July with their first hot air balloon ride, with Longmont Hot Air Balloon Co. Together with Kansas residents Keith and Katie Wemhoff, who were in Colorado on vacation, the two couples took to the skies with pilot Joe Hart, who’s been flying balloons since 1982. The process of setting up the balloon was amazing to the couples as they watched the 45-minute process of unloading the basket, inflating the balloon and preparing everything for launch. Hart operates two balloons, his largest being a 90,000-cubic-foot rainbow balloon that has made frequent flights through the skies above Longmont. He also has two baskets: one for six passengers and one for 12. Both are hand-woven wicker and rattan which work well with his handmade
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Top left moving clockwise: Andrew Gillespie and Tiel Olsen assist with the set up of the balloon at Vance Brand Airport. Once the setup is complete, they follow the balloon from the sky and assist in packing up. The balloon ready for launch. Olsen and Gillespie assist Joe Hart, owner of Longmont Hot Air Balloon Co. in the setup of the balloon. Olsen helps inflate the balloon. Hot air is pumped into the balloon to make it rise. Adria and Bernie Hohman enjoy the views from the balloon. Previous page, left: The top of the balloon is sealed shut with a Velcro closure. Joe Hart sets up the basket.
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What is the balloon made of?
How is the balloon inflated?
Balloons are made of either polyester or nylon. Joe Hart flies balloons made of both fabrics, but prefers polyester for personal preference and cost. Nylon is heavier and tougher, but doesn’t last as long and won’t endure as high of temperatures as polyester. In addition, nylon comes with a higher price tag.
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Are there different shapes to balloons?
While people have seen hot air balloons shaped as animals and hot dogs, the traditional shape of a balloon is the inverted tear drop. Some factories are making slimmer designs of the tear drop shape for faster decent.
What is the basket made of?
Traditionally, baskets for hot air balloons are made of hand-woven wicker or rattan. These materials have been proven to be light, strong and durable. Small holes are woven into the side of the basket for people to climb in and out. The size of the baskets range for commercial flights from carrying one person up to 12 passengers, although larger baskets have been made.
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When the crew is setting up a balloon for launch, gas-powered fans are used to fill the balloon. Then hot air is pumped into the balloon to make it rise.
Hot air balloons are fueled by propane, usually an open flame that is pushed into the balloon. The heated air inside the balloon makes it buoyant, since it has a lower density than the cold air on the outside. The more hot air pushed into the balloon by the pilot, the higher it will fly.
Keith Wemhoff jumps into the balloon basket with his wife, Katie.
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balloon that contains more than 1 million stitches. “Longmont is one of the best places to fly because it offers great ballooning weather and incredible views of the mountains,” Hart says.
How high can balloons go? View of Golden Ponds in Longmont from the air.
Longmont residents are no strangers to the many balloons that fill the early-morning skies. While balloons can launch year-round, all they require are calm, crisp and cool mornings. Weather plays a big part in launching these masterpieces into the sky, so Hart follows the weather, as well as wind direction and speed. Aviation has always been in Hart’s blood, as three of his uncles flew fighter planes in World War I. So, for passengers aboard Hart’s flights, it’s not uncommon for them to hear a little history about aviation, as he adds a personal touch for passengers onboard. Hot air ballooning is the oldest successful human-carrying flight technology. The first successful manned flight was made in 1783. Modern hot air balloons that carry their heat source onboard were pioneered by Ed Yost in the 1950s, with the first successful flight in 1960.
Keith Wemhoff enjoys the views from the balloon.
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Hot air balloons are designed to fly at extremely high altitudes. In November 2005, the world record was set for the highest flight, reaching 68,986 feet. Most commercial flights won’t reach that high, and usually don’t go above 5,000 feet. Oxygen is needed for all crew and passengers for any flight above 15,000 feet.
What type of maintenance is needed for the balloons?
Joe Hart says balloons have to be inspected annually, or after every 100 hours of use by a certified balloontesting facility. The balloon must be kept clean and dry, as mold and mildew can break down the material.
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Less than Appetizing
Picky eaters will adapt to nutrition throughout life
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Everybody knows one. A co-worker with whom you can’t agree on a place to eat lunch. A spouse who eyes your cooking with suspicion. Maybe it’s a family friend who picks through anything he or she eats with a fine-toothed comb. And while they may not think twice about their picky eating habits, we can all agree that planning your meals around someone else’s picky palette is less than appetizing. But why are some so choosey while the rest of us seem to be capacious consumers? According to registered dietitian Beth Jauquet with the Colorado Dietetic Association, picky eating habits lie somewhere between biology and psychology. While most are born with sensitive tastebuds,
we usually outgrow our finicky tastes in order to live normal eating lives. “Children’s tastebuds are very different from adults,” explains Jauquet. “The tastebuds are always evolving. In fact, children may even be tasting something completely different from what we do when tasting certain foods.” At some point during a person’s life, there are actual chemical changes in the taste sensation that allow for the tasting of foods the way they are intended. Some picky eaters, however, never seem to part with their persnickety tastes. Most can agree there are certain foods we all have a hard time choosing over another, but when does a picky eating lifestyle become detrimental to one’s health? Jauquet stresses that all nutritionists recommend a variety of foods in our lives. “While a picky eater may have a source of all the essentials, they still need a variety,” Jauquet says. “One food alone won’t provide all the micro-nutrients needed in a healthy lifestyle.” While there is a risk of missing certain nutrients, most picky eaters won’t find themselves in a dire health situation. “We find that the body will actually start to tell itself what it needs to add in its diet,” Jauquet says. But there might be a point when a picky eater will need to consciously expand his or her tastes to fit in with the rest of our broad pallets. Most often this change occurs after the picky eater is confronted about their habits, move out into the world on their own putting their diet in their own hands, or the issue is forced due to health concerns. However, this may not be easy for a picky eater. The psychological aspect of expanding a Continued on 17
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diet may be harder than we understand. According to Jauquet, in order to move past these habits, a personal connection must be established with the food in question. If it’s fruits or vegetables that are the problem, visiting a farm to see the agricultural process is recommended.
Substituting foods for a complete nutrition
For some picky eaters, the problem with their habits doesn’t lie in the irritations of others, but in the holes they may be creating in their overall health and nutrition. Certified Nutritionist Diana Bunker of the Vitality Lifestyle Center in Longmont says the key for picky eaters is to master the art of supplementation. Bunker tackled a few problem foods for picky eaters and what foods they can substitute to get those nutrients.
If the problem lies in branding, Jauquet recommends trying the same food, but in a variety far from center. For example, a picky eater may only eat Kraft Macaroni and Cheese because, in his or her mind, that is the only way mac ’n’ cheese is supposed to taste. Instead of trying to switch to a similar brand such as Velveeta, solve the problem by trying an organic, whole wheat macaroni that tastes nothing like the comfortable Kraft.
Beef Source of iron, protein, zinc and B-12. Possible substitutions include fish, chicken or turkey for protein and iron and legumes for zinc.
Pork Source of B-6, niacin, thiamin and phosphorous. Although pork is not an essential food to a diet, possible substitutions include boosting intake of other meats, poultry or fish. Get your B6 from chicken or legumes.
Bread and Pasta Essential for sources of carbohydrates, fiber and vitamin D. Possible substitutions include other whole wheat items, legumes, fruits and veggies, nuts and seeds.
If it’s a certain type of meat you can’t stand, try to mix it into other familiar dishes. For example, someone might be turned off by ground beef. If so, add a small amount to a pasta dish or sauce. Often times, picky eaters don’t realize that the taste of certain foods change in the presence and combination of others. Once the person accepts that the food is tolerable in a certain context, he or she can work on accepting it on an individual basis.
Milk Source of vitamin A, potassium and calcium. Substitute other low fat dairy items like yogurt. Other non-dairy substitutes include nuts and seeds, seaweeds, various greens and soy milk.
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Fish Source of protein, zinc and other essential oils. Substitute chicken or turkey and take fish oil supplement pills for omega-3 fatty acids.
For those picky eaters that can’t stomach certain toppings on their meals, the recommended technique is to start small. If your idea of a turkey sandwich is bread, turkey and mustard, it might be time to shake things up. Chances are that sort of sandwich won’t provide all the nutrients needed for a meal. Jauquet encourages picky eaters to think outside of the topping box. Try multiple meats and cheeses, or add veggies in small amounts: even one is better than none. Times-Call / Longmont Magazine
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Far upper left: Ben Bowditch is the manger of Isabelle Farms. Above: A patron at the Longmont Farmers’ Market. (Brian Smith)
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Farmers’ market offers seasonal selections for the taking BY BRIAN SMITH
Fresh vegetables of various varieties, steaming pies, sizzling doughnuts, fresh ground coffee, roasting nuts ... it’s nearly intoxicating so early in the morning. As one strolls down the concrete pad that hosts the Longmont Farmers’ Market, the warm sun penetrates the cool morning air and smells permeate the growing crowd. “Yeah! Seven ears for $5,” yells a farmer in the distance. While you can walk up and down the farmers market in less than 10 minutes, if you stop and admire the bounty of items available, you could be there all morning. And if you strike up a conversation with a friendly farmer, there goes your afternoon, as well. The market isn’t all veggies and fruits though. It is more than that. There is 18
great cooking available like a Greek food stand, pot stickers, corn tamales and organic doughnuts. There are also stands selling handmade soap, homemade oils, vinegars and spreads. Bakers show off their loaves that look more like works of art. Boxes of gluten-free pasta overflow off another table. Eager patrons exclaim and clamor over the fruits, vegetables and other items shelling out cash to get their hands on the morning’s freshest picks. In the middle of all the commotion sits a smiling Richard Stevens of Stevens Farms and his quaint stand of cucumbers, rhubarb, beets and basil. Stevens has been growing and selling at the Longmont Farmers’ Market for three years, but started selling at the Boulder Market in 1978 when it was on the courthouse lawn. While there are farmers who have
been an integral part of Longmont’s farming community for years like Richard, other farmers like Ben Bowditch, farm manager of Isabelle Farms in Lafayette, are relatively new to the market. “It’s such a great market,” admires Bowditch. “The local food scene has really come into Longmont. People really enjoy buying local...” adds Ben, before he is cut off by a customer shoving a wad of cash his way in exchange for a bushel of beets. By mid-morning, the lot at the Boulder County Fairgrounds is packed with cars. The secret is out: the farmers’ market is Longmont’s best spot to get everything from farm fresh vegetables to handmade soaps. Check out some recipes on the next page and online at www.LongmontMagazine.com using delicious finds at the farmers’ market.
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Remove skin from chicken. Rinse chicken under cold running water and pat dry with paper towel. In a 9-by-12 inch baking dish arrange chicken breasts with bone side up. Pour half of Italian dressing over chicken. Place in 350-degree oven for 30 minutes. Turn chicken pieces over. Arrange vegetables around chicken. Place mushrooms cap side down. Pour remaining dressing over vegetables and chicken. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and cheese. Return to oven for 45 minutes or until a fork can be inserted into chicken with ease.
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/4 cup chopped green pepper 2 tablespoons chopped onion 1 pound ground beef 2 tablespoons vegetable shortening, melted 1
flame about 20 minutes. Stir occasionally. Uncover and stir in 1 cup elbow macaroni, uncooked. Simmer about 10 minutes or until macaroni is tender. Makes four to six servings.
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Prep. time: 15 minutes Cook time: 5 minutes 11/2 cup packed fresh basil 11/2 tablespoons grated parmesan 11/2 tablespoons olive oil 1 garlic clove, minced
2 cups fresh corn cut off cob 2 cups fresh diced tomato 11/2 teaspoon salt 1 /8 teaspoon pepper 1 tablespoon soy sauce
3 tablespoons nonfat plain yogurt 4 English muffins, split 1 large tomato, thinly sliced
Blend basil, parmesan, olive oil and garlic in processor until well combined. Add yogurt and blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Preheat broiler. Place muffins on baking sheet. Broil 1 to 2 minutes until lightly toasted. Spread basil mixture and top with several tomato slices. Broil 1 to 2 minutes more until heated thoroughly.
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Karate kid takes to the mat for a sparring challenge
BY LAUREN SEATON
Nathan Hyde, a home-schooled 12-year-old, has been practicing karate for five years. As a student at Longmont’s Scornavacco Martial Arts Academy, Nathan was recently chosen to help teach younger karate students. In his spare time, he plays classical and Celtic music on the cello.
Q: How did you first get into karate?
A: I'm home schooled and I couldn't find friends as easily as most kids. With karate, I could easily be a bit more open, because there's not a certain reason.
Q: How many belts do you have? A: Thirteen.
Q: What do they teach you in karate? A: Forms, which is like mixing things together for a show or demonstration. Techniques, which is like if they attack you with a punch or a kick. They do it certain ways so that you can defend yourself.
Q: What's your favorite part of karate? A: I guess, probably, the sparring. Sparring is when you wear armor and stuff and you do punches and kicks and practice it on each other. You actually punch them in the head, because they have head gear and body gear.
Q: How did you become a student teacher?
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Q: Do you do any other activities or sports besides karate?
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Erie Biscuit Days full of tradition
Festival on Main
Visitors enjoy a variety of entertainment at the Festival on Main in 2008. (Jill P. Mott)
Event offers something for everyone BY KATE FRASURE
show Longmont’s vibrant downtown.”
Don’t miss out on one of Longmont’s biggest events this August. The annual Festival on Main celebrates the end of summer and beginning of the school year. Taking place between Third and Longs Peak avenues in downtown Longmont, the event on Aug. 28 is free and has something for all ages. Local band Past Due, and wellknown band Raising Cain will perform as people walk along Main Street and watch street performers, as well as check out the local businesses that occupy the street. The Longmont Small Businesses Association will have an expo, and city departments will be available to answer questions. Mini train rides and a climbing wall will be available for kids to come and enjoy. In addition, a blow up obstacle course will be set up for kids to race against each other. “We’re expecting about 20,000 people to turn out for this event,” says Downtown Longmont District’s Sarah Walter. “The event is just a great way to
This year, the festival will add on to its normal festivities, with face painter row, Longmont Idol, Irish dancers and grounded air plane tours from Vance Brand Municipal Airport.
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Downtown businesses will stay open late for the festival, offering fun things to do. Guitars Etc. will have an instrument petting zoo, as well as free guitar lessons. Crackpots is also expected to offer a family night special. Parents painting with children will receive a free studio fee. Food, snacks and drinks will be available for purchase. “There will be a wide variety of food. Everything from Greek to Italian,” Walter says. Longmont residents should be sure to stick around until 7:30 p.m. when a fire thrower will arrive to light up the night. The Festival on Main is the perfect way to end the summer and spend time with the family. The festival runs from 6 to 9:30 p.m.
In 1874, the town of Erie was formed. It began as a farming and mining community which was supported by the Briggs Mine and Union Pacific Railroad in the early 1870s. Located on the plains east of Boulder, Erie now has more than 17,000 residents, a municipal airport and its signature fall celebration – Erie Biscuit Days. In the town’s early days, the coal mines were shut down in the summer. As fall emerged, though, the town celebrated the re-opening of the mines and the men returning to work, according to Sarah Wise, president of the Erie Historical Society. The first gathering started around 1881. Local baker, Christian Miller, who immigrated to the United States from Germany, made biscuits and served them with apple butter. Women cooked Mulligan stew and subsequently ate for free. This year, the community tradition continues with the seventh annual Erie Biscuit Days on Sept. 19 from 8 a.m. to noon. Last year, there were 1,200 people; this year they’re hoping for more than 1,500. Supported by local sponsors, it is the historical society’s major fundraiser, says Wise. Although the days of horse drawn carriages have passed, the celebration is still a historical one. There will be a stew contest between local restaurants, a quilt raffle and, of course, biscuits. – LAUREN SEATON
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FASHION
A Generation of Copy-Cats
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I still remember the day when my mom bought me my first pair of flare jeans. I was never into the straight legged pants growing up and when flare jeans began to make their appearance in the ‘90s, I was overjoyed. The pants were stylish and chic, but my excitement of finding what I thought to be a new trend quickly crashed and burned once my mom informed me that they were simply a copy of jeans she once wore. Yes, these new, tight fitting pants with flares at the bottom were decedents of the ever popular bell-bottom jeans of the ‘70s. The truth is that generation Y has grown up with no new trends. The generation has simply copied the past five decades of clothing styles. As Robin Abb from Rockin’ Robins Retro and Resale in Niwot says, “People are just going back to what worked before.” Her statement couldn’t be more true. The classic mini skirt was actually started in the 1950s. All the rage leggings that made a huge appearance in 2005 were born in the 1960s and the skin-tight jeans that many today call skater jeans belong to the ‘80s decade. Abb believes that music and fashion go hand-in-hand.
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“Music just isn’t the same anymore,” she says. Walking around her shop the connection between music and fashion is illuminated. For instance, when the song “Moon River” fills the little shop, one can not help but crave a sleeveless black dress with perfectly polished pearls similar to the outfit that Audrey Hepburn wore in “Breakfast at Tiffanys,” from which the song originates. If Abb’s theory is in fact true, then it is no wonder that recent generations have had no original fashion trends. Music of today leaves little inspiration to style. While I do listen to genres such as hip-hop, I can’t say that it inspires me to let my imagination run wild and create a fun, new outfit. The music and styles of the past continue to live because they allow each and every individual to come up with their own sense of style that defines them, which is the purpose of fashion. Fall 2009
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Longmont goes for green
Recycling/Waste Management and Reduction In November 2008, Longmont launched single stream recycling, a program which allows residents to
place all recyclable items into one co-mingled container. However, regular collections are just the beginning. Throughout the year, the city organizes special events to encourage and facilitate recycling, including pumpkin composting, curbside leaf collection, Christmas tree and holiday trash recycling, two free landfill drop days, a quarterly large item stop-and-drop, a household chemical drop day and hard-torecycle roundups. Public Works Solid Waste Operations also provides a large item collection program, dumpster rental and curbside tree limb collection. In addition to recycling, Longmont is actively working on reducing waste. In October 2008, Longmont joined Boulder in adopting a Zero Waste resolution, supporting the Colorado Climate Action Plan. The resolution includes specific actions, such as developing incentives and legislation to encourage residents,
businesses and agencies to judiciously use, reuse, recycle and compost materials. Clean Energy “While somewhat more expensive than traditional energy sources, renewable energy offers significant environmental benefits that help everyone,” says Shelly Hays, marketing coordinator for Longmont Power and Communications. “Renewable sources generally do not produce air or water emissions, nor do they create solid or hazardous waste or emit greenhouse gases.” As any Coloradan can attest, wind is one renewable energy source of which local residents have no shortfall. Moreover, new technologies have made producing electricity from wind power more affordable. Longmont Power and Communications offers consumers the opportunity to purchase renewable energy for some to all electricity usage. In Continued on 27
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The truth is, it isn’t easy being green, even when everyone wants to be. No amount of passion or momentum cancels out the plain fact that, in the drive toward sustainability, careful planning, hard work and steady commitments are required. Good news, the city of Longmont is up to the task. You’ve probably noticed some eco-friendly developments lately, like single-stream recycling bins. Ongoing research, evaluation and initiative mean continual change aimed at greening our city, from providing informative resources to adopting measures making it easier for businesses and individuals to become more efficient. Here’s a brief look at a few areas through which Longmont forges ahead to greener pastures.
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Conservation While wind is abundant, water isn’t always so readily available. In fact, water conservation is increasingly a worldwide concern. Considering the looming threat of drought any given year, the city advises following lawn watering schedules dependant on conditions and offers other conservation tips online at www.ci.longmont.co.us/pwwu /water/conservation/index.htm. Longmont encourages water-conserving toilets, clothes washers and dishwashers, and it’s easy to see why. A leaky toilet can waste 200 gallons of water per day, approximately 3.5 to 7 gallons per flush. In contrast, newer models reduce water usage by more than half. Since 2005, Longmont has been offering efficiency rebates for modern replacements, including Energy Star clothes washers and dishwashers, and low-flow and dual-flush toilets. Purchasers must have a current city of Longmont utility account and be a customer of Longmont Power and Communications. Credits are received through the utility bill. Applications for rebates are available on the LPC Web page. Times-Call / Longmont Magazine
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Your mission, should you choose to accept it: combat rising pump prices and care for our planet by adopting an alternative-fueled motorcycle as your next vehicular purchase. Oh, and there’s a catch. It’s got to have style and speed. Sound impossible? Not anymore. Electric vehicles now being developed are low-to-zero emissions, silent and 100 percent electrical, and are able to be charged with a simple household socket. A growing number are even highway proficient. And the best part, they’re being developed in the neighborhood. Why consider going electric? Electric transportation relies on high performance batteries to store electricity and an electric motor to provide propulsion. The engine-free result is no gas tank (you simply plug in to recharge overnight, at home or via a public charger), no oil changes and zero emissions. So you’re doing a service for the environment and saving yourself cash and hassle. Considered reliable, electric cars contain less than one-tenth the parts of a gas car. According to the Electric Auto 28
Association, electric cars recharge quickly, too, at a rate of approximately 20 percent per hour, costing merely a dollar or two per charge. Hybrids, in contrast, while still a cleaner alternative to most cars, require gasoline and do produce emissions. Hybrids provide longer drive time, however, making plug-in hybrids a win-win solution gaining notable momentum for the future. Of course, we’re not just talking cars. Throughout Colorado’s trademark stretches of hot, bright days, the open air temptation of scooters, e-bikes and other electric options provide a fun and simple way to reduce your carbon footprint and save money, too. “For the cost of a ($3 per gallon) gallon of gasoline, you can charge an electric bike or scooter 60 times, at five cents per time, totaling about 1,500 miles,” says Tom Wilson, owner of Small Planet E Vehicles on Main Street in Longmont. “You may even save time on errands. It’s amazing how much faster a journey can take when you maneuver around traffic.” Wilson explains that the average car emits one pound of CO2 for every mile
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driven. Every 500 miles someone swaps an e-vehicle in place of a car saves approximately 25 gallons of fuel. Wilson began building his electric vehicle business three years ago, aiming to make the world a better place by promoting sustainable transportation. “I’m concerned,” he says. “Fossil fuels are just so polluting; and they’re coming to an end. I want to do my part to cut their usage.” Lofty standards needn’t be dull, however. In the Small Planet showroom, you’ll find a whole range of shiny, light electric vehicles, including e-bikes, scooters, three-wheeler electric cars, even small pickups. Wilson’s top seller is an especially powerful e-bike. “It’s fun, fun to ride,” Wilson glows. “It flies up a hill.” E-bike riders can opt to use the motor, rely purely on their own pedal power, or utilize both simultaneously. This way, commuters can keep from getting sweaty on the way to work, but get a workout on the way home. Currently, all vehicles at Small Planet are intended for city use only. As dealers shift concept to reality, however, Wilson hopes to introduce vehicles able to handle the interstate, and soon. If motorcycles are your thing, however, you do have enticing, highway-proficient electric options nearby already. Boulder’s Electric Vehicle Company is dedicated to refining the perfect 100 percent electric motorcycle, one that can rival any gas-powered counterpart. The lightweight, recyclable lithium batteries that power EVCs Volta cycles offer high performance and up to 75 miles per charge. William Kent, president and co-founder of the company, hopes to draw in people who wouldn’t otherwise consider electric vehicles with style, quality and performance. In a 2006 Wall Street Journal poll, 92 percent of adults who plan to purchase or lease an alternative fuel vehicle said performance is a high priority they’d be willing to pay more for. Kent can personally testify. “I love motorcycles. I love riding them,” he says. “I’m particular. And these cycles aren’t just green. They offer performance and style you can’t get anywhere else. They look great, handle great and have amazing performance.” According to the Wall Street Journal poll, one-third of U.S. adults planning to purchase a new vehicle will seriously consider an alternatively-fueled one, citing concern for the environment and fuel costs as top reasons. Whatever the reason, however, there’s no need to sacrifice, in aesthetics or performance. The buzz around alternative fueling is growing, well…electric, and it’s yielding promising results. With a contemporary and slick image, electric vehicles state they intend to stick around, energizing a new breed of transportation one swift charge at a time.
Some electric cars at Small Planet E Vehicles are equipped with a solar panel on top to help support the battery charge. They also only have three wheels, allowing them to be classified with a three-wheeled motorcycle and have no speed restrictions, although their top speed is only 45 mph. Previous page, top: Scooters are available in different colors and varying features. The electric cars are charged through a standard 110 volt.
Small Planet E Vehicles has a variety of electronic vehicles from small cars, scooters and bicycles with varying price ranges. Middle: Mike Potts, right, electric vehicle specialist, talks to visitors at Small Planet E Vehicles.
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For more information on electric vehicles, visit these helpful sites: • Small Planet E Vehicles, www.smallplanetearth.com/ • Electric Vehicle Company, www.evcusa.com • Plug In America, www.pluginamerica.org/ • Electric Auto Association, www.eaaev.org/ • Carbon Footprint Calculator, www.coloradocarbonfun.org • Soultek.com, www.soultek.com/ • WhatGreenCar.com, www.whatgreencar.com/electriccars.php
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Are you looking for something to do with that old wet suit? Or, how about the stack of climbing ropes or old bike tires just laying around the garage? Ecological Designs, a Boulder-based soft goods manufacturing company, wants to turn your waste into backpacks, messenger bags, bracelets, pet leashes, chalk bags and many custom recycled products.
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With a goal of ultimate sustainability, Ecologic Designs’ product lines Green Guru and Green Goddess have been keeping things local with their innovative supply chain that consists of donations at several Reclamation Stations. Partnered with Boulder bike stores, Boulder Rock Gym and the Denver Convention Center, as well as other retail outlets, Ecologic Designs collects barrels of used bike tubes, climbing rope, wet suits, billboards and banners to make them into new goods, redefining the idea of reuse and repurpose. Ecologic Designs president Davidson Lewis says, “It’s all about the people and using their waste to be resourceful.” By starting with the material rather than the design, Green Guru and Green Goddess are able to make all of their goods unique. Donated billboards and banners are cut into designs and then sewn with a recycled material made from plastic bottles. Bike tubes are integrated into the design as the base of messenger bags and as handles. Developed in 1990, Ecologic Designs started with three employees and has now grown to 12, with international contracts and retail outlets around the United States. A business to business (B2B) model allows large companies to contract with Ecological Designs to make customized products for conventions, meetings and events. Chief Operating Officer Robert Bogatin says, “We start with what do people need instead of what materials are out there.” By maximizing the
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human interest aspect of a product, Green Guru and Green Goddess have kept things localized by using independent sewers and doing most of the production in their warehouse on 47th and Pearl streets. “Most people are very distant from how things are made,” Bogatin says. “We focus on localizing manufacturing and decreasing shipping.” Another unique aspect of the Green Guru supply chain is their partnership with other soft good manufacturers. “We use materials from soft good manufacturers who have excess materials because of defects,” Lewis says. The unique design makes stylish and custom bags and because of the recycled materials, each one will be different from the next. Their innovative products include a solar-powered messenger bag with the capacity to charge small electronic items like cell phones or cameras. Other goods include bags made from hemp and organic cotton, a PETE series made from recycled soda and water bottles and the Blow Out series made from truck, tractor and bike inner tubes. Although Ecological Designs has felt the stress of the economy, Lewis says because of the service oriented nature of Green Guru and Green Goddess, people will continue to need the soft goods that they manufacture. “Excess causes a compromise to the environment. It’s good people aren’t buying as much.” So what’s next? Lewis hopes to develop a bag that has the capability to grow its own algae to create fuel. From the looks of the crowded warehouse, Ecologic Designs is growing and expanding to reach a sustainable culture of consumers.
Top, moving clockwise: Deven Ralke, Green Guru production manager, cuts old bicycle tire tubes for Lara Johnson to sew the zippers into to make small pouches. Tucker Esinhart cuts old banners, that once hung outside the Denver Convention Center, to make mini tote bags. Lara Johnson sews zippers into old bicycle tire tubes while making small pouches. (Paul Litman)
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OUTLOOK Youth gives back to community, environment Eco-Cycle’s dedication to being Earth friendly and producing zero-waste communities drew Adam Jesudadon, a senior at Fairview High School in Boulder, to their program. Striving for his Eagle Scout award, Jesudason chose a program that was different from standard choices for Eagle Scouts. “It was a different kind of project, not just volunteering and building a path or helping out a church,” he says. Jesudason was put in contact with Kary Schumpert, Jesudason outreach coordinator for Eco-Cycle in Longmont. He began assisting Schumpert with training volunteers for events, helping around the drop-off center and volunteering during events. “He really helped me revise the training a bit to make it more interactive,” Schumpert says. To meet requirements, Jesudason set up a program to recruit and train people interested in volunteering. He then taught them the process and learn about Eco-Cycle along the way. The volunteers Jesudason trained attended and helped at the zero-waste event at the Nederland Frozen Dead Guy Days, the first volunteer training and another zero-waste day. Throughout the hours he worked at Eco-Cycle, Jesudason learned about the program and praised their efforts. “Hopefully my staff can learn and benefit from everything. I hope EcoCycle can establish a better relationship (with the community), and get more volunteers and support.” – KELLY BLECK
Eco-Cycle
Non-profit works toward no-waste BY KELLY BLECK
Those bags of trash seen on curbs may not last much longer. Recycling is becoming more frequent in Longmont residents’ daily routines, replacing bags of waste with recyclables. Eco-Cycle is helping make this transition possible, and rather painless. A non-profit recycler, Eco-Cycle, began picking up and providing a drop-off place for Boulder recycling in 1976. The organization began serving the Longmont community with its school buses in 1984, which were retired in 1992 as the city of Longmont took over residential pick up and Eco-Cycle continued to run the drop-off center and education programs. Staff and volunteers drove the old buses around town to pick up recyclables. Volunteer block leaders also posted wooden signs to help neighbors know what, when and how to recycle – an effort that allowed recycling to catch on throughout neighborhoods. “It’s unique since we’re a non-profit providing a city service,” says Kary Schumpert, outreach coordinator for Eco-Cycle. “We run the drop-off center for the city, but the city runs the trucks and employees who pick up the residential recycling.” The drop-off center allows residents to leave their own recyclables. From there, it’s combined and taken to the Boulder County Recycling Center where it’s all processed, sorted, baled and sent off to markets.
Eco-Cycle’s mission has been to go beyond simply recycling materials to stopping destruction before it starts. Rather than “no waste,” the organization refers to the movement as Zero Waste, which is an approach to managing resources to include designing products for minimal waste and environmental impact, as well as holding manufacturers responsible for the products they create. “It’s a goal, a mind frame and a target. Some do well, others are just starting to take advantage of recycling. If you set the really large goal and it isn’t necessarily reached, you didn’t fail. You got that much closer,” she says. The important part of reaching that goal is thinking in reverse, Schumpert says. The amount of waste a product makes should be determined during the creation process, hopefully leading to a new creation process that lessens the waste product. In reaching this goal, community members and other environmentally concerned people have dedicated their time to making Eco-Cycle an available resource. “Volunteers aren’t just additional help, they’re the heart and soul of what we do,” Schumpert says. Volunteers also include an outreach staff that coordinates events, such as Rhythm on the River, and helps with the environmental education department that provides programs to teachers and students in local schools. Each event, volunteer and bin of recycling goes toward the prospect of a cleaner environment. By teaching the community what to recycle and providing easy access to recycling centers, Eco-Cycle hopes to make the world, or Longmont for now, cleaner and as green as it can. Craig Cowley brings cardboard to the drop-off recycling center in Longmont. (Paul Litman)
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Seth Witherspoon, owner of Sugarbeet, picks fresh vegetables from his restaurant’s garden for use in his dishes. Previous page: Fresh Swiss chard, sautéed with caramelized shallots, sweet peppers, onions and toasted hazelnut from Sugarbeet. (Paul Litman)
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their own garden west of the city on Nelson Road. Through friendly connections, they were offered the land for garden space where they grow items such as Swiss chard, beets, parsley, basil, radicchio, turnips, squash and more for use in their restaurant. Although the garden isn’t certified organic, they do practice organic measures. While it is a lot of work for the couple to take care of things themselves (though there have been volunteers this year to help), the garden was productive enough last year that they felt it was a good benefit to the restaurant. They are also careful about what they choose to grow, as some produce requires more care and cleaning so it ends up being cheaper to buy from other growers. “Our main focus is to put out good food,” Justine says. “But the goal is letting its freshness represent itself.” While the Witherspoons can’t grow everything,
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Terroir works with many local growers, including Oxford Gardens, which provides the restaurant with a plethora of produce. Oxford Gardens owner Peter Volz makes weekly deliveries to the restaurant. (Brian Smith)
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they turn to local growers for other specialties, including Haystack Mountain Goat Dairy, Growers Organic, Hazel Dell Mushrooms, Zweck Farms and local farmers’ markets. The goal of using local and organic is just as important for the owners of Terroir, husband and wife duo Tim Payne and Melissa Newell. When they opened their restaurant in January 2008, their mission was to try to find the ingredients they needed within a two-hour drive. They also wanted their foods to be produced without pesticides or fertilizers, keeping the organic growing method at heart. Both Payne and Newell had strong feelings about launching a restaurant built on these ideas, since they were brought up in this manner. “Growing up, we had a big family and a large garden,” Payne says. “So during the summer we cooked with items from the garden. During the winter we used everything that had been canned and preserved.” As for Newell, being mentored in a restaurant that focused on local further drove her ambition to make Terroir as local as possible. During the summer, Terroir purchases its produce from local growers, including Oxford Gardens, Osage Gardens, My Momma’s Hat, Sol y Sambra and Toohey Farms. In the winter, the restaurant goes through
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Growers Organic, which is a certified organic facility that works with organic growers throughout the United States to provide produce year-round. Sugarbeet also focuses on planting extra root vegetables that have a longer shelf life and can keep for a while. Last year, their garden produced vegetables that supplied the restaurant through November. In addition to the produce Terroir finds locally, Payne and Newell also turn to local businesses for poultry, beef, eggs, pork and even coffee from The Unseen Bean Inc., in Boulder. Payne says what they like about getting protein from local farms is that many of them are smaller farms that raise the animals naturally. Even their dairy products, which come from Diamond D Dairy north of Longmont, are processed at the farm. Payne and Newell also took the land and community into mind when naming their restaurant. Terroir is a French term they bestow on wine, tea and coffee, and is a look at everything natural that influences the end result, which is a prominent feature of their restaurant. But it was also their wish that the community, land and local area influence the food and ambience created in the restaurant. “It’s a reflection of the great tastes of Longmont,” Payne says. “And through everything, we’ve built some great relationships with local growers.” Nature’s col-
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orful growing season also reflects a variety of foods served at both Terroir and Sugarbeet, which keep an ever changing menu fresh and reflective of the local growing community. “Our menu changes weekly, which keeps it fresh,” Payne says, admitting that Newell is the frequent recipe creator, with a background as a registered dietician, vegetarian and an all-around, self proclaimed foodie. For Seth, new recipes are always flowing into his mind with a menu that changes daily, even while he’s out in his garden. “We try to feature the produce in its simplicity,” he says. “It’s really about getting a good product in the beginning.” Both restaurants have started to think about ways they can use local throughout the winter, by canning or freezing foods for later use. Ultimately, Sugarbeet and Terroir have a goal of reducing their carbon footprints on the environment. Not only do they support local farms, keeping the local economy alive, they also get people familiar with local growers and the idea of sustainable living. Awareness is growing in Longmont as more people turn to local growers for food. And as many have discovered, it doesn’t take much. “If each person put in a small amount of effort, they can help be a part of the solution,” says Justine. “It’s one more step toward helping the environment and local growers.”
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For Boulder County’s conscious consumers, recycling is a given. With diligence, they note the numbers inscribed on all plastics they can’t avoid, and sort papers and cans into mixed recycle bins. With increasing momentum toward a cleaner, greener world, recycling is only a start, or, rather, an end, depending on your viewpoint. Before recycling, we “pre-cycle,” making decisions about everyday products at the point of purchase. It doesn’t fall on expensive hybrid cars and solar panels alone to make a difference. Small steps to a more sustainable lifestyle do add up and require little energy. Purchasing based on “Making zero waste an long-term potential, or “pre-cycling,” is a comintegral part of your ponent of zero waste, a personal philosophy philosophy that takes a whole system approach will make the biggest to the flow of natural redifference.” sources and waste. “The Caron Ellis, zero waste model inboard secretary of Eco-Cycle cludes more than enhanced recycling programs,” says Caron Ellis, board secretary of Eco-Cycle. “It addresses purchasing habits, as well as the life cycle of materials from design through manufacturing, use and disposal, and encourages ways to eliminate waste in all phases of a product’s life.” Last fall, the city of Longmont joined Boulder County and the city of Boulder in adopting a zero waste resolution supporting the Colorado Climate Action Plan, the state’s strategy to address global warming. Included in the resolution is the development of incentives and legislation to encourage residents, businesses and agencies to judiciously use, reuse, recycle and compost materials, Ellis says. Other priorities involve motivating businesses to manufacture and market less toxic, more durable products and policies that give preference to eco-friendly products and companies. While companies’ decision-making results in large scale impact, individuals run the machine and inspire progress. “Making zero waste an integral part of your personal philosophy will make the biggest difference,” Ellis asserts. “It will influence many of your purchasing and lifestyle decisions for the better.” As a start, Ellis urges avoiding plastic bags. In addition to using canvas bags for shopping, she recommends washing and re-using plastic bags for produce. Another simple resolution is to pointedly purchase recycled products. “Buying recycled is what actually completes the cycle,” Ellis says. Fall 2009
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Here are more tips to help you on your way to zero waste. • Carefully follow community recycling guidelines. When otherwise recyclable materials are contaminated, they are landfilled. • Choose products with no to minimal packaging. • Select products for durability. • Use compact fluorescent bulbs. Dispose of these at Longmont’s Home Depot or Ace Hardware, or take them to the Boulder County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility. • Choose the least hazardous cleaning products. • Reduce car usage by walking, biking, bussing, combining errands and carpooling. • Use re-usable containers instead of disposable. • Stop junk mail. (See Eco-Cycle’s steps to do this at www .ecocycle.org/ junkmail/index.cfm. • Rent or borrow instead of buy. • Donate used goods to organizations that accept them. • Keep tires properly inflated.
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It’s unlikely that cleaning is your favorite free-time activity. But knowing which products to use – or even make – can help make it easier. “You have to decide which ones are for which use. It’s hard to take a product and make it for everything,” says Jim Ferrimani, owner of Jaguar Innovative Supplies in Longmont. If green is your thing, Ferrimani recommends looking for Green Seal
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Confused by all the terms associated with going green and being eco savvy? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Here are a few terms courtesy www.epa.gov/greenpower/pubs/ glossary.htm that can help explain it. Alternative Energy – Usually environmentally friendly, this is energy from uncommon sources such as wind power or solar energy. Carbon Footprint – A person’s impact on the environment in terms of the amount of greenhouse gases produced, measured in units of carbon dioxide. Compact Fluorescent Lamp – A compact fluorescent lamp (CFL), also known as a compact fluorescent light bulb, is a type of fluorescent lamp designed to replace an incandescent lamp. Energy Star – A joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy that helps us all save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices. (www.energystar.gov) Energy Efficiency – Refers to products or systems using less energy to do the same or better job than conventional products or systems. Green Power – Renewable energy resources such as solar, wind, geothermal, biogas, biomass and low-impact hydro generate green power. Hybrid Car – A car that uses two forms of power through an internal combustion engine and an electronic motor. Phantom Power – Also known as vampire power or phantom load, refers to the power drawn by appliances and electronics even when they’re switched off or not in use. By one estimate, U.S. residents combined spend $1 billion per year on it. Recycling – The process of collecting, sorting and reprocessing old material into usable raw materials. Sustainable – The use of natural resources to meet present needs, without compromising those of future generations. Wind Power – Energy generated from large propellers that when spun by the wind, drive turbines that power generators and create electrify.
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HOT TIPS
Lighten your load when traveling BY REAGEN LOWREY
With the addition of extra fees from airlines for checked baggage and overweight items, carrying on your luggage definitely has its monetary advantages. And, certainly, there is less of a chance of losing your bags due to theft or misrouting. But, carrying-on also allows you to be more flexible for taking advantage of overbooked flight incentives and stand-by options. Carrying less weight is also better for the environment because fuel use is dependent upon cargo weight. Here are some tips to help lighten your luggage load for travel. Ditch Old, Heavy Luggage These days, wheeled luggage is made increasingly lightweight. Technology has also allowed fabrics, such as ballistic nylon, to shed pounds from the weight of luggage while remaining surprisingly durable. Fispond, a Dillon, Colorado-based company makes the Lariat 21-inch Carry-on Rolling Duffel that weighs only 7.5 pounds and meets airlines’ carry-on requirements, currently 45 linear inches (length + weight + height) for overhead bin storage. Quick Tip: If you cannot fit everything into one bag, don’t forget you also have the area under the seat for one additional smaller item.
Choose Travel-Friendly Clothing Advanced technology in fabric making has also allowed for better clothing options for travel. Look for items with travel-friendly characteristics, such as quick drying, wrinkle-resistant and lightweight. Nylon and newer eco-friendly fabrics such as bamboo and soy blends are typically good choices. When packing, choose a color scheme, say black or brown, and stick with it. By doing so, you can easily mix and match your items. Wear a simple Times-Call / Longmont Magazine
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black skirt while touring during the day and dress it up later for dinner. Quick Tip: Lighten your load even more by bringing just a few pairs of quick drying underwear and bras, now manufactured by various recreational clothing companies.
Do-It-Yourself Laundry By choosing quick drying clothing, you can easily wash items in the hotel’s sink or tub and hang dry overnight. Doing your own laundry is less expensive than hotel laundry service and more convenient than locating a laundry mat. More importantly, it allows you to pack less because you can expect to wear your items clean and repeatedly during your trip. It is probably worthwhile to pick up a sink stopper and travel clothesline to bring with you just in case your hotel is not equipped. Don’t expect to haul your giant bottle of laundry detergent either. Small, individual packets of Woolite detergent are available. Quick Tip: To get around the liquids rule, try the compact pocket sheet laundry soap from Boulder-based adventure gear manufacturer, Sea to Summit, www.seatosummit.com.
Items courtesy Changes In Latitude Travel Store in Boulder. (Paul Litman)
Limit Your Shoes, Ladies! Generally speaking, you may not consider shoes to be heavy and bulky, but they can be when it comes to fitting in your suitcase. In no time, multiple pairs of shoes can take up a good portion of your space and add unnecessary weight. Limit yourself to three pairs of shoes max. Two is more ideal. Having one color scheme of clothing will also help to limit your shoe bulk. Quick Tip: Always wear your bulkiest pair of shoes on the airplane to save room in your bag.
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Choosing natural products will not only greatly improve your pet’s well-being, but it can also help to lower your pet’s carbon footprint. Although going green has a bad rap for being expensive and inconvenient, it isn’t quite as difficult or cost-prohibitive as it used to be, especially for your pet. “There are a lot of options now for going green with your pets,” says Carrie Adams, owner of Four Paws and Co. in Longmont. “Natural, more human-grade goods have been on the market for quite some time, but the organic things are coming out more frequently now.” Many boutique pet stores in the area have expanded their lines to include organic pet foods and products made from sustainable and recycled goods.
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Traditional clumping clay litter is not only bad for the environment, as it is strip-mined, but it can also be toxic to your cat. The clay sediment often contains carcinogenic silica dust that can coat their lungs. Additionally, the clumping agent, sodium bentonite, which is also used for grouting, sealing and plugging in building products, can poison the cat through chronic ingestion. Adams suggests opting for a corn or wheat-based litter such as Swheat Scoop Natural Wheat Litter, which is chemical-free and biodegradable.
Regular pet foods consist of mostly reconstituted animal by-products that are far below suitable levels for human consumption. In fact, many ingredients are classified as “4-D,” meaning “dead, dying, diseased or disabled.” Plus, they often contain excess fillers, which cause animals to produce more waste and thus more trash for the landfill. Luckily, natural and organic pet foods are becoming more abundant. “By choosing foods without chemicals, by-products or unnecessary fillers, your pets will produce less waste in general,” says Wendy Greenlaw, co-manager of Whole Pets in Boulder. Diane Dietrich, co-owner of Longmont’s Blue Hills Dog and Cat Shoppe, has carried natural pet foods since she opened 16 years ago. She suggests trying Nature’s Logic, the only true all-natural pet food currently available. Fall 2009
Buy Recycled, Sustainable or Biodegradable Goods “You should watch what you feed and put on your animal the same way you would for yourself,” says Greenlaw. For bathing, Greenlaw suggests trying Earth Bath’s 100 percent biodegradable line of pet shampoos, such as the Oatmeal and Aloe Shampoo, which she says is better for pet’s skin and the environment. Look for products labeled phosphate or sulphate-free which translate into less toxins on the skin and in the ground. For sleep, she suggests West Paw Design beds made from recycled materials such as plastic bottles. For play, try the SimplyFido organic cotton and hemp dog toys.
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You can minimize your personal carbon footprint every time you share a van or a taxi with others. It’s easy, inexpensive and helps the environment. P fewer cars on the road P fewer greenhouse gas emissions P less dependency on foreign oil Whether you need a ride across town or to DIA, think GREEN and call SuperShuttle at 303-227-0000 or Yellow Cab at 303-777-7777. Or book online at www.supershuttle.com or www.coloradocab.com.
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It used to be that people didn’t worry about their carbon footprint and the effect it was having on the environment. Anymore though, being “green” is as important as the World Wide Web was in the ‘90s. The good news about implementing green practices and reducing your impact on the environment isn’t only about being Earth-friendly, but it can also help you save money in the long run. Before you can start being green and saving money, it is important to understand what a carbon footprint is. It is the measure of the impact our activities have on the environment. So, in other words, it directly relates to the amount of greenhouse gases produced in our day-to-day lives through things such as burning fossil fuels for electricity, heating and transportation. A carbon footprint is made up of two parts, the primary and secondary footprint. The primary footprint is a measure of our direct emissions of carbon dioxide from the burning of fossil fuels. This includes energy consumption and transportation and is something that we have direct control over. The secondary footprint is a measure of indirect emissions of carbon dioxide from the lifecycle of products we use. These include things like the manufacturing and breakdown of products. To put it simply, the more we buy locally and reuse products the less emissions produced on our behalf. While it is important to minimize your carbon footprint, many of us don’t have the means of going out and buying and installing solar panels, but there are simple things you can do around the home. Shelly Hays, marketing coordinator for Longmont Power and Communications, says reducing your carbon footprint around the home is manageable. “Most changes are low cost and are just behavior changes,” she says. “It is a win-win situation because it will make you feel more comfortable and you are using less energy, therefore reducing your carbon footprint on the environment.”
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Eight tips to a greener life Here are some simple tips from Shelly Hays on things you can do around the home to reduce your impact. • Switch to compact fluorescent light bulbs, which use about 75 percent less energy than standard incandescent bulbs and last up to 10 times longer. • Have a home energy audit and find out problem areas in your home. Longmont Power and Communications offers homeowners a basic audit that focuses on electric only. Hays recommends checking with your gas and electric suppliers who often offer these services and more. • Reduce energy use in the home by upgrading to an air conditioning system that has a high CEER rating, which means it uses less energy to cool your home. • Install a programmable thermostat, which helps in the summer and winter because you can program it off when no one is there. Hays recommends turning your thermostat up to 82 degrees during the daytime and as high as comfortable when sleeping. • Close off all rooms and vents that are not used regularly. Don’t waste energy heating what isn’t being used. • Keep curtains closed during the hottest part of the day. Open windows at night and use fans instead of air conditioning. • Plant trees on south facing walls of the home. This will provide shade and reduce the amount of energy used to cool the home. • Don’t unnecessarily add extra heat to the home. Cook on a grill or use a solar dryer, also known as a clothes line.
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RECREATION Art in Public Places ”Picnic In Left Hand Park” by Robert Ressler. (Paul Litman)
City parks offer a variety of fun and relaxing opportunities throughout the area Here’s a glimpse at the parks and some of the features they include. Numbers in parenthesis correspond to map locations. Affolter, (1), Holly Avenue and S. Judson Street. 5.3 acres, basketball courts, multi-use field, softball field, tennis courts, restrooms, shelter and playground.
Alta, (2), 10th Avenue and Alta Street. A half-acre, picnic area and playground.
Athletic Field, (3), 11th Avenue and Kimbark Street. Basketball courts, soccer/football field and picnic area.
Carr, (4), 21st Avenue and Gay Street. 8.4 acres, basketball courts, soccer/ football fields, picnic area, barbecue pit, playground, restrooms, shelter, softball field, tennis courts and roller hockey rink.
Clark Centennial, (5), 1100 Lashley St. 48.5 acres, baseball field, basketball court, soccer/football field, picnic areas, barbecue pits, playground,
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restrooms, shelter, four softball fields, tennis courts, volleyball areas, concession stand and roller hockey rink. Recreation center/pool complex includes wading pool, indoor pool and fitness equipment. Collyer, (6), Sixth Avenue and Collyer Street. 5.2 acres, picnic area, barbecue pits, playground, restrooms, shelters, volleyball and tennis courts. Dawson, (7), 1757 Harvard St. 12.9 acres, volleyball court, picnic area, playground, restrooms, shelters, barbecue pits and tennis courts. Flanders, (8), 2229 Breakwater Drive. 4.1 acres, fishing, soccer/football field, shelter, barbecue pits, restrooms, playground, volleyball court, basketball hoops, picnic area and roller hockey court.
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Loomiller, (18), 11th Avenue and Sumner Street. 15.3 acres, fishing, picnic area, barbecue pit, playground, disc golf, restrooms and shelters.
Golden Ponds, (10), 651 Third Ave. 94 acres with 56 acres of water surface, nature area with shelters, restrooms, trails, picnic areas and barbecue pits.
Hover Acres, (11), 1361 Charles Drive. 9.2 acres, tennis courts, basketball court, playground, horseshoe pit, volleyball courts, soccer/football fields, picnic area, shelter and barbecue pit.
Izaak Walton, (12), 18 S. Sunset St. 21.5 acres, clubhouse, fishing, picnic area, barbecue pit, shelter and restrooms.
Jim Hamm Nature Area, (13), 17th Avenue and County Line Road. 23.9 acres, fishing, nature trail, barbecue pit, restrooms and shelter.
Kanemoto, (14), Missouri Avenue and South Pratt Parkway. 8.7 acres, ball fields, picnic area, playground, restrooms, shelters, soccer/football fields, volleyball courts and wading pool.
Kensington, (15), 100 E. Longs Peak Ave. 18.2 acres, fishing, basketball court, picnic area, playgrounds, restrooms, barbecue pits and shelters.
Lanyon, (16), 19th Avenue and Collyer Street. 7.7 acres, basketball court, picnic area, barbecue pit, playground, restrooms, shelter and softball fields.
Left Hand Creek, (17), 1800 Creekside Drive. 10 acres, playground, softball field, basketball hoops, volleyball court, picnic area, barbecue pit, restrooms,
Pratt, (20), Baylor Drive and Ithaca Court, 4.2 acres, basketball court, picnic area, playground, restrooms, shelter, softball field, tennis courts and roller hockey rink. Quail Campus, (21), 310 Quail Road. 8.6 acres, skate park, picnic area, horseshoes, concession stand and recreation center with basketball courts, fitness center, climbing wall and indoor pools. Raber, (22), 24th Avenue and Sunset Street. 3.2 acres, shelter, picnic area and playground. Rogers Grove, (23), 220 Hover St. 10.5 acres, arboretum, outdoor learning center, picnic area, shelter/interpretive center, outdoor amphitheater, demonstration garden, restrooms and barbecue pit. Roosevelt, (24), 700 Longs Peak Ave. 21.7 acres, shelters, restrooms, barbecue pit, picnic area, playground, horseshoe pit, recreation center, rose garden and splash pool. Rothrock Dell, (25), 700 E. Fifth Ave. 6.4 acres, basketball court, picnic area, playground, restrooms, shelter, softball field and roller hockey rink. Sandstone Ranch, (26), 2929 and 3001 Colo. Highway 119. 103 acres, ballfields, soccer/football fields, volleyball court, shelters, restrooms, barbecue pits, picnic areas, playground, concession stands, 24,000 square-foot skate park with in-ground concrete bowls and street course. Spangler, (27), 200 Mountain View Ave. 5.1 acres, picnic area, playground, restrooms, barbecue pits and shelter. Sunset, (28), Longs Peak Avenue and Sunset Street. 7 acres, nine-hole golf course, picnic area, barbecue pits, playground, shelter, outdoor swimming pool and concession stand. Thompson, (29), Fourth Avenue and Bross Street. 5.4 acres, picnic area, barbecue pits, playground, restrooms and shelter. Valley, (30), 28 Troxell Ave. 2.5 acres, basketball courts, barbecue pit, volleyball court, horseshoe pit, Continued on 50
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McIntosh Lake, (19), located west of Longmont on Colo. Highway 66. 55 acres, fishing, basketball court, picnic area, shelter and restrooms.
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Jon Chavez, finishes off his round on the 17th hole during the Men’s City Golf tournament golf at Ute Creek Golf course in July. (Jill P. Mott)
Golf Courses
Bella Rosa Golf Course 5830 Weld County Road 20, Frederick 303-678-2940 9 holes, public
Coal Creek Golf Course 585 W. Dillon Road, Louisville 303-666-7888 18 holes, public Fox Hill Country Club 1400 E. Colo. Highway 119, Longmont 303-772-1061 18 holes, private Haystack Mountain Golf Course & Driving Range 5877 Niwot Road, Niwot 303-530-1400 9 holes, public Indian Peaks Golf Course 2300 Indian Peaks Trail, Lafayette 303-666-4706 18 holes, public Lake Valley Golf Club 4400 Lake Valley Drive, Longmont 303-444-2114 18 holes, private Saddleback Golf Club 8631 Frontier St., Firestone 303-833-5000 18 holes, public Sunset Golf Course 1900 Longs Peak Ave., Longmont 303-651-8466 9 holes, public Twin Peaks Golf Course 1200 Cornell Drive, Longmont 303-651-8401 18 holes, public Ute Creek Golf Course 2000 Ute Creek Drive, Longmont 303-774-4342 18 holes, public
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Jenni Seroogy runs along Greenway Trail in Longmont three to four times a week. (Morgan Varon)
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Parks with Dog Parks Blue Skies Park, (1), 1520 Mountain Drive. 11.4 acres, basketball court, volleyball court, skate park, shelters, restrooms, picnic area, playground, barbecue pit and off leash dog exercise area. Dog Park I, (2), 21st Avenue and Francis Street. 2.5 acres, off leash dog exercise area, picnic area and shelter.
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Greenways in the Longmont area provide a recreational opportunity for residents, as well as add to the environmental surroundings. Dry Creek Greenway is in the St. Vrain center, through Willow Farm Park and the Meadow View subdivision to Silver Creek Middle/High School. Lefthand Greenway runs from Kanemoto Park south to Pike Road and west to Hover Street. Longmont Supply Greenway begins south of 17th Avenue at Cambridge Drive and runs south to Hover Acres Park. Oligarchy Greenway runs from Airport
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Road to Hover Street, a section through Garden Acres Park, and from Mountain View Avenue to Rothrock Dell Park. Rough and Ready Greenway runs from Colo. Highway 66 to Ninth Avenue along the Rough and Ready Ditch east of the Ute Creek Golf Course. St. Vrain Greenway runs from Golden Ponds to Main Street to Left Hand Creek. Spring Gulch No. 2 Greenway runs from Colo. Highway 66 to Pace Street and from 17th Avenue to about Mountain View Avenue. For more information about greenways and to read about future expansion, visit www.ci.longmont.co.us and click on recreation.
Dog Park II, (3), Airport and St. Vrain roads. 2.5 acres, off leash dog exercise area, picnic area and shelter. Rough and Ready, (4), 21st Avenue and Alpine Street. 9.8 acres, skate park, basketball courts, sand volleyball court, bocce ball and horseshoe courts, multi-use play field, off-leash dog exercise area, playgrounds, restrooms, shelters, picnic area and barbecue pit. Stephen Day Park, (5), 1340 Deerwood Drive. 15 acres, skate park and BMX / mountain bike area, basketball court, sand volleyball court, multi-use play field, off-leash dog exercise area, water spray fountain for children to play in, playground, restrooms, shelters, picnic area and barbecue pits. Union Reservoir, (6), 461 Weld County Road 26. 736-acre lake, fishing, camping, picnic area, restrooms, shelter, volleyball, 24 barbecue pits, playground, horseshoes, wakeless boating, wind surfing and swimming beach. Dog beach for off leash play and swim. Entry fee. Call 303-772-1265. For more information, call 303-651-8446, or visit www.ci.longmont.co.us/parks/park_list/overview/index.html.
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Flagstaff Academy offers facility for 21st century learners The new campus of Flagstaff Academy is embracing technology with a new facility that will allow them to move into the future immersed as 21st century learners. Located at 2040 Miller Drive in Longmont, Flagstaff Academy is a preschool through eighth grade public charter school with a mission to provide a curriculum that emphasizes technology, science, math and liberal arts to promote excellence, teamwork and respect. The new 72,000 square foot facility includes multiple science and technology labs, art and music rooms, and a new full-sized gymnasium for full programming sports. There is also a library/media room, performance stage and colorful classrooms where students will be stimulated, all on seven acres of land with multiple play yards and sports fields for every age. Flagstaff Principal Andrew Moore says the new building was designed to grow with technology
and allow students to use the technology they already have for their learning process. “Providing students with appropriate instruction, time and technological tools will allow them to process and communicate what they are learning in meaningful and creative ways. Technology can bring creative problem-solving to a whole new level,� Moore adds. Students will utilize the Internet with online storage, personal e-mail accounts and clicker responses for direct classroom interaction. Teachers will also use technology through online common calendars,
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Smart classrooms, laptops and document cameras. While all grades will engage technology as part of their daily lives, middle schoolers at Flagstaff Academy will have a different learning experience than the norm for their age group. Technology, science labs and service learning will be a part of their curriculum. New this year will be 20 laptop computers provided to the school through a grant from Xilinx. These mobile workstations are in addition to numerous classroom and technology lab computers. The laptop computers will allow students who are in need of extra attention in an area of study to get instructional focus to accelerate them forward. Moore also notes the school will be able to follow technological advances to maximize a strong curriculum for all ages. Technology was also a strong influence in the modern, streamlined, and multi-functional design of the school.
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Nicolo’s Pizza continues famous hospitality while serving community Spicy barbecue wings, hearty sandwiches, Italian pasta and Chicago-style pizza and calzones – it’s all distinctively Nicolo’s. The attitude at Nicolo’s is a reflection of the famous Italian hospitality and attitude that food is a link between the self, family and community. Step into the restaurant and you will see why dining at Nicolo’s is a unique experience. All of their sauces are authentic Italian family recipes handed down through the generations baked on freshly made dough, smothered with cheese and topped with only the freshest toppings. At Nicolo’s you can build your own pizza, or choose from a list of tasty classics and specialty pizzas, such as the EBA (Everything but Anchovy), Carnivore, Fabulous Four or Southwestern. The perfect compliment to a hot, fresh Nicolo’s pizza is a cold beer or glass of wine. Including microbrews from Left Hand Brewery and New Belgium Brewery to classic standbys such as Budweiser, Blue Moon and Corona, there is a beer to suit every taste. Nicolo’s also offers an ever-changing list of red and white wines for a different palette. Every Tuesday and Thursday night, Nicolo’s has their $1.50 draft night in addition to their weekly drink specials. Stop by on Tuesdays for all you can eat spaghetti. The term “Chicago style” isn’t just limited to their pizzas, however. According to owner Kent Glythe, the atmosphere of his restaurant mirrors the family and friendbased communities of southern Chicago. Nicolo’s places a hearty emphasis on the surrounding communities by supporting local sports teams and local church activities. They also help with local schools and various other organizations that support the community. And when you step inside to see a local sports team filling the dining room clamoring for the last slice, it’s easy to
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Spicy barbecue wings, hearty sandwiches, Italian pasta and Chicago-style pizza and calzones – it’s all distinctively Nicolo’s. The attitude at Nicolo’s is a reflection of the famous Italian hospitality and attitude that food is a link between the self, family and community. tell that Nicolo’s takes pride in its community. In addition to supporting the community through event, school and sport sponsorships, Nicolo’s is constantly searching for local ingredients and dry goods to include in their restaurant. For Kent, buying local is essential to their community-oriented business. They also try to hire local teens to work in various restaurant operations. Nicolo’s can also help liven up a party, community gathering or office get-together with their catering. They will custom tailor their service to meet your specific re-
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August Events
Aug. 14-16 • Folks Festival. Starting at $45. Planet Bluegrass Ranch, 500 W. Main St., Lyons. 800-624-2422. www.bluegrass.com. Aug. 15 • Boulder Outdoor Cinema presents WALL-E. Bring your blankets and low-slung lawn chairs. Gates open 7 p.m., prefilm entertainment 7:30 p.m., film at dusk. $5, $3 kids. Behind Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art, 1750 13th St., Boulder. 888881-FILM. www.boulderoutdoorcinema.com. • Red Rock Ramblers Square Dances. 7:45 p.m. Lyons Elementary Gym, Fourth and Stickney, Lyons. 303-823-5271. E-mail lavern921@aol.com. • Lyons Outdoor Market. Artisans, farmer and food vendors. Every Saturday through Oct. 10. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Downtown Lyons, 446 Main St., Lyons. 303-444-8078. www.lyonsoutdoormarket.com.
Aug. 16 • Bubbly at the Brewery. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. $15 for dogs less than 30 pounds, $20 for dogs more than 30 pounds. $5 massage. $5 nail trims. $30 microchipping. Left Hand Brewery, 1265 Boston Ave., Longmont. 303-772-1232. www.longmonthumane.org. • Sunday afternoon sailboat racing on Union Reservoir for dinghy and multi-hull boats. 1-5 p.m. $50 for year club membership. Union Reservoir, Weld County Road 26, Longmont. 303-652-3617. www.unionsailingclub.org. Aug. 18 • Dog Swim. After the close of the summer season for humans, dogs get their chance to swim. Pool chemicals are neutralized (part of the pool winterization process), so the water is safe for dogs. All friendly dogs are welcome: balls and bags will be provided. Thank you for picking up after your pooch. No people swimming. 4-5 p.m. small dogs
Rocko, an 8-month-old yellow Lab, was one of many pooches fetching balls at Roosevelt Activity Pool in Longmont in 2007. (Joshua Buck)
• 2009 Summer of Speed. Flat track motorcycle and ATV racing. 7 p.m. $10, kids under 10 free. Boulder County Fairgrounds, 9595 Nelson Road, Longmont. 720-628-8839. www.dryslideproductions.com. • Hover Farmstead Heirloom Garden Tour. Awardwinning vegetable garden tour. Free. 1-4 p.m. Hover Farmstead Barn, behind 1309 Hover St., Longmont. 303-776-1870. • Free concert to benefit Life Choices Pregnancy Center, featuring the Luke Ham Sandwich Family Band. Bring your own chair, refreshments offered. 1 p.m. Roosevelt Park Pavilion, 700 Longs Peak Ave., Longmont. 303-651-2050. • Support WOW! at the Twenty Ninth Street Live Concert. Listen to some great music by Message in a Bottle. Enjoy Boulder Beer, Barefoot Wine, Salvador’s Margaritas and help WOW! Children’s Museum. 6 p.m. Twenty Ninth Street Mall, Boulder. 303-604-2424. www.wowmuseum.com. • Junk Box Journals. A brief slideshow and discussion of visual journaling will be included. Bring a box you like or boxes will be available. All other materials provided. 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Longmont Museum and Cultural Center, 400 Quail Road, Longmont. 303-652-6532. www.ci.longmont.co.us/museum. Times-Call / Longmont Magazine
only, 5-7 p.m. all dogs. $3 per dog. Kanemoto Activity Pool, 1151 Pratt St., Longmont. 303-6518406. www.ci.longmont.co.us/rec. • Drop-in Science Explorations. Explore different topics related to weather and climate. Drop-in science explorations are informal science sessions that are included with museum admission. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $7 children, adults free. WOW! Children’s Museum, 110 N. Harrison Ave., Lafayette. 303-604-2424. www.wowmuseum.com. Aug. 19 • Dog Swim. After the close of the summer season for humans, dogs get their chance to swim. Pool chemicals are neutralized (part of the pool winterization process) so the water is safe for dogs. All friendly dogs are welcome: balls and bags will be provided. Thank you for picking up after your pooch. No people swimming. 4-5 p.m. small dogs only, 5-7 p.m. all dogs. $3 per dog. Roosevelt Activity Pool, 903 Eighth Ave., Longmont. 303651-8406. www.ci.longmont.co.us/rec. • Drop-in Science Explorations. Explore different topics related to weather and climate. Drop-in science explorations are informal science sessions that are included with museum admission. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $7 children, adults free. WOW!
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EVENTS Children’s Museum, 110 N. Harrison Ave., Lafayette. 303-604-2424. www.wowmuseum.com. Aug. 21 • The Avett Brothers. Acoustic music that has roots in traditional folk and bluegrass. 9 p.m. $29.50. Boulder Theater, 2032 14th St., Boulder. 303-7867030. www.bouldertheater.com. • Story Time. 10:30 a.m. $7 children, adults free. WOW! Children’s Museum, 110 N. Harrison Ave., Lafayette. 303-604-2424. www.wowmuseum.com. Aug. 22 • Boulder Outdoor Cinema presents Grindhouse. Bring your blankets and low-slung lawn chairs. Gates open 7 p.m., prefilm entertainment 7:30 p.m., film at dusk. $5. Behind Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art, 1750 13th St., Boulder. 888881-FILM. www.boulderoutdoorcinema.com. • Red Rock Ramblers Square Dances. 7:45 p.m. Lyons Elementary Gym, Fourth and Stickney, Lyons. 303-823-5271. E-mail lavern921@aol.com. • 11th Annual Lafayette Peach Festival. Enjoy peach jam, peach pies, peach cobbler, peach smoothies and many other food items. Arts, crafts and antique dealers along with some of the finest artists from the Front Range and Western States will be showcased. Children’s activities, entertainment and music. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Old Town Lafayette, along Public Road, Lafayette. 303-666-9555. www.lafayettecolorado.com. • Lyons Outdoor Market. Artisans, farmer and food vendors. Every Saturday through Oct. 10. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Downtown Lyons, 446 Main St., Lyons. 303-444-8078. www.lyonsoutdoormarket.com. Aug. 23 • Sunday afternoon sailboat racing on Union Reservoir for dinghy and multi-hull boats. 1-5 p.m. $50 for year club membership. Union Reservoir, Weld County Road 26, Longmont. 303-652-3617. www.unionsailingclub.org. Aug. 24 • Band du Jour. This band returns to Boulder with soulful vocals and high-energy jams that are sure to keep you entertained all night long. With four vocalists supported by a rhythm section, two guitars and a Hammond organ player, this band has an authentic rootsy sound. 9 p.m. $15. Boulder Theater, 2032 14th St., Boulder. 303-786-7030. www.bouldertheater.com. Aug. 25 • Creepy Crawlies Science Class. Learn about different insects and the important jobs they do. Meet live insects and build a ’bug’ to take home. This session is for Pre-K (ages 3-5 years) students only. Advanced registration required. 10:15-11 a.m. $9-$10 per child. WOW! Children’s Museum, 110 N. Harrison Ave., Lafayette. 303-604-2424. www.wowmuseum.com. Aug. 28 • Festival on Main. Celebrate the end of summer and welcome the new school year. Live bands, street performers, miniature train ride, 14-foot bubble making machine, inflatable slide, obstacle course, climbing wall, bungee quad-trampoline and more. Great food vendors, displays, games and sidewalk demonstrations. 6-9:30 p.m. Free. Downtown Longmont, Main Street, between Third and Longs Peak, Longmont. 303-651-8484. www.festivalonmain.com.
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Over the weekend you hurt your ankle. The next couple of days pass and your ankle becomes more painful as you walk on it. When you return to work your coworkers tell you to have it looked at because it might be broken. You call the doctor, but they can’t get you in for an X-ray for another week. What do you do? You can walk around on your ankle for another week with the possibility of further damage, or go to the emergency room and pay a lot of money and wait a couple hours to be seen. Solution to the problem – visit your local urgent care center.
What is urgent care?
“Urgent care is a convenient same day healthcare alternative when you are unable to get a same-day appointment with your primary care physician, or need to be seen when your doctor’s office is closed,” says Dr. Nathan Moore, owner of Rocky Mountain Urgent Care in Longmont. “Many people are unaware that urgent care is a more cost effective option than going to the emergency room where wait-time is longer and costs are higher compared to a typical urgent care visit.”
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There are times when a person should go directly to the emergency room when seeking medical attention. “Chest pains, blurred vision and numbness in the face, arm or leg are all reasons to seek care at the ER,” Moore says. “Symptoms such as sore throats, broken bones, rashes and lacerations can often be treated at an urgent care clinic.” If people are still unsure of where to go when they can’t get into their primary care physician, Moore suggests speaking with someone at their doctor’s office. They can usually advise the patient on where to go for alternative care.
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“At Rocky Mountain Urgent Care, we have a working relationship with most primary care physicians,” Moore says. “After a patient is seen at one of our clinics, notes are faxed to their doctor’s office, and the patient is directed to make an appointment with their doctor for a follow-up.” Rocky Mountain Urgent Care sees patients on a walkin basis. All clinics are conveniently open days, evenings, weekends and holidays with no appointment necessary. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Urgent care is a convenient alternative to a primary care physician or the ER. Most insurances are accepted and there are discounted rates for private pay patients and a membership discount plan for $18 a month for an entire family. For more information, call 720-494-4747, stop by 1551 Professional Lane, Suite 170 or visit www.SeeADoctorToday.com.
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Continued from 55 • Fourth Annual Beer with Ball’s Golf Tournament. Sponsored by Oskar Blues, this event includes a beer-can lunch and driving range balls prior to tee time, 18 holes and prize-winning opportunities during the golf match. Money raised will be donated to Denver-based Love, Hope, Strength. 1:30 p.m. Twin Peaks Golf Course, 1200 Cornell Drive, Longmont. 303-860-7448. Aug. 28-30 • 11th Annual Nederland Music & Arts Festival. Three-day outdoor music and microbrew festival. music featured is in the bluegrass, jazz, jamband and world beat genres, or moreso, a sound that blends these styles and others together. Up to six bands perform each day on one stage, with acoustic ’tweener sets between each band. Nederland. www.NedFest.com. • Yesteryear Farm Show. More than 200 antique tractors, four steam engines, trucks, military equipment, blacksmith demonstrations, parades and food. 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Free. Dougherty Museum, 8306 Colo. Highway 287, Longmont. 303-776-5171, 303-776-6459. Aug. 29 • Boulder Outdoor Cinema presents High School Musical 3. Bring your blankets and low-slung lawn chairs. Gates open 7 p.m., prefilm entertainment 7:30 p.m., film at dusk. $5, $3 kids. Behind Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art, 1750 13th St., Boulder. 888-881-FILM. www.boulderoutdoorcinema.com. • Father Daughter Dinner Dance. An evening for fathers (or the male who holds a special place in a young girl’s heart) and daughters of any age. The fee includes your meals, corsage, pictures, dancing and more. Register in person at the Longmont Recreation Center. 6-9 p.m. $50 couple, $25 each additional daughter. Longmont Senior Center, 910 Longs Peak Ave., Longmont. 303-651-8411. www.ci.longmont.co.us/rec. • Red Rock Ramblers Square Dances. 7:45 p.m. Lyons Elementary Gym, Fourth and Stickney, Lyons. 303-823-5271. E-mail lavern921@aol.com. • Airport Expo. In honor of Cole Kugel, a founder of the Longmont Airport, the event will include a pancake breakfast at 8 a.m. Aircraft, antique cars and motorcycles, a sky diving demonstration, concessions, and city and local vendors. Mojo Mama performance at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Vance Brand Airport, 229 Airport Road, Longmont. 303-651-8431. • Firestone Honey Festival. Northern Colorado Beekeepers Association bee hive demos and information, local beekeepers, craft vendors, live music and entertainment, and a movie in the park. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Free. Coal Ridge Middle School, 6201 Booth Drive, Firestone. 303-833-3291. www.ci.firestone.co.us. • Lyons Outdoor Market. Artisans, farmer and food vendors. Every Saturday through Oct. 10. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Downtown Lyons, 446 Main St., Lyons. 303-444-8078. www.lyonsoutdoormarket.com. • Pastels Made Easy. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Longmont Museum and Cultural Center, 400 Quail Road, Longmont. 303-776-7761. www.ci.longmont.co.us/museum. Aug. 30 • Sunday afternoon sailboat racing on Union Reservoir for dinghy and multi-hull boats. 1-5 p.m. $50 for year club membership. Union Reservoir, Weld County Road 26, Longmont. 303-652-3617. www.unionsailingclub.org. Aug. 31 • Know Your Resistance. Part 1 of the Learn More, Times-Call / Longmont Magazine
Know More Series. Presented by Longmont Clinic’s Diabetes Educators. Learn about Insulin Resistance Syndrome (IRS) and develop a game plan for preventing or delaying cardiovascular disease and diabetes . 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Longmont Clinic, 1925 W. Mountain View Ave., Longmont. 720-4943165. www.longmontclinic.com. Ongoing August Events • Through Aug. 22 – Hercules. 3 p.m. Saturdays. $5. Jesters Dinner Theatre, 224 Main St., Longmont. 303-682-9980. www.jesterstheatre.com. • Through Aug. 30 – Dougherty Museum. Come view the museum’s collection of beautifully restored automobiles, including models powered by steam, electricity and early internal combustion types. Other artifacts include farm equipment and machinery used on Boulder County farms dating back more than 100 years ago. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday-
The Longmont Symphony Orchestra 2008 Oktoberfest kicked off on Sept. 5, 2008, with Jim Ehrlich and the Polka Mates, Dave Cole and Gary Lund, at Roosevelt Park and Pavilion in Longmont. (Morgan Varon)
Sunday. $5, $3 kids ages 6-12, free for kids 5 and younger. Dougherty Museum, 8306 Colo. Highway 287, Longmont. 303-776-2520. • Through Aug. 30 – Haze Diedrich: Devotion, New Works. Diedrich thinks of his work as expressing – through abstract lines, shapes, colors and textures – the essence/hazy remembrance of real events or personal experiences. Often, too, he endeavors to give abstract visual equivalency to word images expressed in various poems he appreciates. 9 a.m.6 p.m. Mondays-Fridays; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays; 1-5 p.m. Sundays. Free. Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. 720-898-7200. arvadacenter.org. • Through Aug. 30 – Jill Greenberg: Monkeys and Bears. Better known, perhaps, for her photographs of celebrities, Greenberg is showing large-format works from two other career-pivotal series on animals. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Mondays-Fridays; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays; 1-5 p.m. Sundays. Free. Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. 720-898-7200. arvadacenter.org. • Through Aug. 31 – Photography, batik and graphic design by Mark, Matthew, Jesse and Patty Spencer. Cafe Luna, 800 Coffman St., Longmont. 303-702-9996. • Through Sept. 27 – Pastel Society of Colorado exhibition. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays and ThursdaysSaturdays; 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Wednesdays; 1-5 p.m. Sundays. Free. Longmont Museum and Cultural Center, 400 Quail Road, Longmont. 303-6518374. www.ci.longmont.co.us/museum. • Through Sept. 27 – Seven Brides for Seven Brothers. Friday and Saturday nights, 6 p.m.; Sundays, 12:30 p.m. $31.95, $29.95 students and seniors, $22.95 children 12 and younger. Jesters Dinner Theatre, 224 Main St., Longmont.
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303-682-9980. www.jesterstheatre.com. • Through Sept. 30 – Displays, photography and genealogy depicting the history of the Lyons. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays; 12:30-4:30 p.m. Sundays. Lyons Redstone Museum, 340 High St., Lyons. 303-823-6692. • Through Sept. 30 – Discover Space. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 1-5 p.m. Sundays. Louisville Public Library, 951 Spruce St., Louisville. 303-666-6037.
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Sept. 4 • Niwot Nostalgia Day. Parade, food, exhibits, fun and more. Old Town and Cottonwood Square, Niwot. www.niwot.org. Sept. 5 • Red Rock Ramblers Square Dances. 7:45 p.m. Lyons Elementary Gym, Fourth and Stickney, Lyons. 303-823-5271. E-mail lavern921@aol.com. • Lyons Outdoor Market. Artisans, farmer and food vendors. Every Saturday through Oct. 10. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Downtown Lyons, 446 Main St., Lyons. 303-444-8078. www.lyonsoutdoormarket.com. • 11th Annual Boulder Creek Hometown Fair. Arts and crafts exhibitors, great live performances at the Bandshell, food court and beer garden, children’s area with carnival rides and exhibitors, the Great Zucchini Race, a Fire/Rescue Safety Expo, pieeating contests and more. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday. The Bandshell - Central Park, Broadway and Canyon, Boulder. 303-449-3137. www.bceproductions.com. • Basic Approach to Landscape in Watercolor. 10 a.m.-noon. Free. Longmont Museum and Cultural Center, 400 Quail Road, Longmont. 970-9808450. www.ci.longmont.co.us/museum. Sept. 6 • Red Rock Ramblers Square Dances. 7:45 p.m. Lyons Elementary Gym, Fourth and Stickney, Lyons. 303-823-5271. E-mail lavern921@aol.com. • Sunday afternoon sailboat racing on Union Reservoir for dinghy and multi-hull boats. 1-5 p.m. $50 for year club membership. Union Reservoir, Weld County Road 26, Longmont. 303-652-3617. www.unionsailingclub.org. Sept. 7 • 12th Annual Chili Inferno Cook-Off. Local and surrounding restaurants, cooking schools, personal chefs and citizens share their cooking skills and favorite recipes. Local celebrity judges sample each of the categories which include traditional red, green, vegetarian, and inferno chilis, as well as salsas. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Downtown Boulder, 1300 block of Pearl Street, Boulder. 303-449-3137. www.bceproductions.com. Sept. 10-13 • 33rd Annual Longs Peak Scottish-Irish Highland Festival. Jousting competitions, Highland games, musical acts, dance performances and dog show contests as well as plenty of Scottish and Irish food, drink and crafts. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Stanley Park Fairgrounds, 1209 Manford Ave., Estes Park. 80090-ESTES. www.scotfest.com. Sept. 11-13 • Longmont Oktoberfest. Three day event that features local breweries, great live music, arts and crafts exhibitors, and kids’ rides and attractions. 510 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Roosevelt Park, 700 Longs Peak Avenue, Longmont. 303-449-3137. www.bceproductions.com.
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Continued from 57 Sept. 11 • Second Friday. Art openings, live entertainment and retailer open houses. 6-9 p.m. Downtown Longmont, Main Street, between Third and Sixth avenues, Longmont. 303-651-8484. www.dolo.org. Sept. 12 • Lyons Outdoor Market. Artisans, farmer and food vendors. Every Saturday through Oct. 10. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Downtown Lyons, 446 Main St., Lyons. 303-444-8078. www.lyonsoutdoormarket.com. • 2009 Summer of Speed. Flat track motorcycle and ATV racing. 7 p.m. $10, kids under 10 free. Boulder County Fairgrounds, 9595 Nelson Road, Longmont. 720-628-8839. www.dryslideproductions.com. • The Dandelion Ball. Join us for a fabulous evening of cocktails, silent and live auctions, dinner and dancing to live Motown music by One on One and the MilesApart Band. All proceeds benefit The Mental Health Center and Foundation Serving Boulder and Broomfield Counties. 5:30-11:30 p.m. $125 Single, $200 Couple, $1,000 Table of Ten. The Stadium Club, Folsom Field, Folsom Street and Colorado Avenue, Boulder. 303-413-6287. www.mhcbbc.org. Sept. 13 • Sunday afternoon sailboat racing on Union Reservoir for dinghy and multi-hull boats. 1-5 p.m. $50 for year club membership. Union Reservoir, Weld County Road 26, Longmont. 303-652-3617. www.unionsailingclub.org. Sept. 16 • Mini-Lift Seminars. Learn about less invasive mini-lift procedures for the face, neck, eyes and cheeks, as well as non-invasive rhinoplasty; and the advantages of Dr. Raj TerKonda’s mini lifts over other advertised procedures. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. St. Julian Hotel, 900 Walnut St., Boulder. 720-4069696. www.stjulien.com. Sept. 17 • Mini-Lift Seminars. Learn about less invasive mini-lift procedures for the face, neck, eyes and cheeks, as well as non-invasive rhinoplasty; and the advantages of Dr. Raj TerKonda’s mini lifts over other advertised procedures. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Longmont Clinic, 1925 W. Mountain View Ave., Longmont. 720-494-3120. www.longmontclinic.com. Sept. 19 • Towns Seventh Annual Miner’s Memorial Celebration. The all day event will began with a hot air balloon launch and a fireworks show closing things out at dark. 6:30 a.m. Centennial Park, 630 Eighth St., Frederick. 303-833-2388. • Lyons Outdoor Market. Artisans, farmer and food vendors. Every Saturday through Oct. 10. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Downtown Lyons, 446 Main St., Lyons. 303-444-8078. www.lyonsoutdoormarket.com. • Talk Like a Pirate Day. Help us celebrate National Talk Like A Pirate Day. Come to WOW! dressed up like your favorite pirate and explore the new additions to the Treasure Quest Pirate Ship exhibit. Pirate themed crafts available, too. 11 a.m. $7 children, adults free. WOW! Children’s Museum, 110 N. Harrison Ave., Lafayette. 303-604-2424. www.wowmuseum.com. Sept. 20 • Sunday afternoon sailboat racing. On Union Reservoir for dinghy and multi-hull boats. 1-5 p.m. $50 for year club membership. Union Reservoir , Weld County Road 26, Longmont. 303-652-3617. www.unionsailingclub.org. Sept. 21-24 • Living Well with Diabetes 26th Annual Education 58
Series. Four info-packed evenings designed to empower all those living with diabetes, their friends, family members and health care providers. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Longmont Clinic, 1925 W. Mountain View Ave., Longmont. 720-494-3165. www.longmontclinic.com. Sept. 26 • Celebrate Lafayette. Celebrate Lafayette has been an annual community celebration since 1956. The event features a community parade, free pancake breakfast, entertainment, street fair, Tom and Mitzi Wood walk from the Ed and Ruth Lehman YMCA to their children’s activities and so much home in east Longmont in 2007 for the Longmont Walking Challenge. more. Chris Daniels Band performs from 1-4 p.m. 10 a.m.-4 (Bradley Wakoff) p.m. Free. Old Town Lafayette, Longmont. 720-652-4726. 309 S. Public Road, Lafayette. 303-666-9555. www.longmontymca.org. www.lafayettecolorado.com. • Sept 20-27 – Yoga Journal Colorado Conference. • Lyons Outdoor Market. Artisans, farmer and food Featuring some of the finest yoga teachers in the vendors. Every Saturday through Oct. 10. 9 a.m.-3 world, the conference offers more than 100 classes p.m. Free. Downtown Lyons, 446 Main St., Lyons. of all levels and most styles of yoga. YMCA of the 303-444-8078. www.lyonsoutdoormarket.com. Rockies, 2515 Tunnel Road, Estes Park. 800-561• Harvest Faire. Pony rides, Bluegrass music, apple 9398. www.yjevents.com. cider press, pumpkin walk, homemade pies, • Through Sept. 27 – Pastel Society of Colorado blacksmith and more. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free, ticket exhibition. The finest pastel artists in the region cost for some events. Shepherd Valley Waldorf come to the Longmont Museum. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. School, 500 W. Dry Creek Parkway, Niwot. 303Tuesdays and Thursdays-Saturdays; 9 a.m.-8 p.m. 652-0130. www.shepherdvalley.org. Wednesdays; 1-5 p.m. Sundays. Free. Longmont • Photography Technique and Results. Participants Museum and Cultural Center, 400 Quail Road, are asked to bring in prints of photos they have Longmont. 303-651-8374. taken. The objective is to explore the connection www.ci.longmont.co.us/museum. between the photographer’s intent and the image. • Through Sept. 27 – Seven Brides for Seven Did the photographer meet her/his intention, if not Brothers. Friday and Saturday nights, 6 p.m.; how could it have been improved. 10 a.m.-noon. Sundays, 12:30 p.m. $31.95, $29.95 students Free. Longmont Museum and Cultural Center, 400 and seniors, $22.95 children 12 and younger. Quail Road, Longmont. 303-772-6961. Jesters Dinner Theatre, 224 Main St., Longmont. www.ci.longmont.co.us/museum. 303-682-9980. www.jesterstheatre.com. Sept. 27 • Through Sept. 30 – Displays, photography and • Sunday afternoon sailboat racing on Union genealogy depicting the history of Lyons. 9:30 Reservoir for dinghy and multi-hull boats. 1-5 p.m. a.m.-4:30 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays; 12:30-4:30 $50 for year club membership. Union Reservoir, p.m. Sundays. Lyons Redstone Museum, 340 High Weld County Road 26, Longmont. 303-652-3617. St., Lyons. 303-823-6692. www.unionsailingclub.org. • Through Sept. 30 – Discover Space. 10 a.m.-8 Sept. 28 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Fridays • Know Your Nutrition. Part 2 of the Learn More, and Saturdays; 1-5 p.m. Sundays. Louisville Public Know More Series. Presented by Longmont Clinic’s Library, 951 Spruce St., Louisville. 303-666-6037. Diabetes Educators. Understand the role of nutrition and basic carbohydrate counting in Insulin October Events Resistance Syndrome, diabetes and weight control. Oct. 1 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Longmont Clinic, 1925 W. • Brigadoon. When Tommy Albright and Jeff Mountain View Ave., Longmont. 720-494-3165. Douglas get lost on a hunting trip, they stumble into www.longmontclinic.com. a legendary village. Once a century, the people of Ongoing September Events Brigadoon awaken for one day, and then sleep for • Sept 18-27 – Brigadoon. When Tommy Albright another hundred years while Brigadoon itself and Jeff Douglas get lost on a hunting trip, they vanishes in the mists. Times vary call for details. stumble into a legendary village. Once a century, the $17, $16 students, $15 seniors. Longmont Theatre people of Brigadoon awaken for one day, and then Co., 513 Main St., Longmont. 303-772-5200. sleep for another hundred years while Brigadoon www.longmonttheatre.org. itself vanishes in the mists. Times vary call for Oct. 3 details. $17, $16 students, $15 seniors. Longmont • Lyons Outdoor Market. Artisans, farmer and food Theatre Co., 513 Main St., Longmont. 303-772vendors. Every Saturday through Oct. 10. 9 a.m.-3 5200. www.longmonttheatre.org. p.m. Free. Downtown Lyons, 446 Main St., Lyons. • Sept. 19-26 – Longmont Walking Challenge. For 303-444-8078. www.lyonsoutdoormarket.com. all ages, and all activity counts. Tally your steps for • Niwot Timberline Symphony Orchestra concert, the week and help the community reach its goal of featuring Rebekah Durham on violin. 7:30 p.m. 209 million steps total. Free pedometers at the Niwot High School, 8989 Niwot Road, Niwot. YMCA and City Recreation Centers while they last, www.timberlinesymphony.org. beginning Sept 16. Work out free at the YMCA and Oct. 3-4 Longmont Recreation Centers, Sept 19-26. Log your • EcoHarmony Festival. A celebration of our planet steps and be entered in the grand prize drawing: free and a place to learn about making earth-friendly one-year memberships to the YMCA and Longmont Continued on 62 Recreation Center. Free. YMCA, 950 Lashley St., Fall 2009
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Satisfy your craving for Danish Furniture in your home For 37 years, people from Colorado, Wyoming, Nebraska and New Mexico have embraced the distinct style of furnishings found at Danish Furniture in Boulder and Longmont. With the vision from owner Del Dickey, these classic furnishings come directly from Europe, including Denmark, Norway and Italy, as well as from the United States and Canada. Dickey’s love of woodworking is what turned him to the business. After facing a transfer with Ball Brothers in Boulder, the move would have been difficult for his family. He searched for new business opportunities, looking no further than a cousin who had a Scandinavian store. He admired the construction of the furniture, the woods that were used and the integrity of the pieces. Danish Furniture is known for its great customer service and for offering the best materials and solid construction on a wide selection of pieces including dining tables,
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The unique selection of styles at Danish Furniture offers great balance, keeping the pieces not heavy and clunky but rather classic with a style that will not fade throughout the years. It is furniture that will become a life-long investment and more beautiful with age.
Back from left: Del Dickey, Marlene Dickey, Savanna Summers. Front from left: Tammy Williams, Buckie Minor, Jennifer Voggesser, Tobin Voggesser. chairs, sofas, recliners and home office furniture. Leathers employed are top-grain, rank in the top 2 percent of leathers used in the world and come mostly from Italy. The foam used in the furniture is cold cured closed cell foam, allowing it to be molded into the chairs and sofas. Future shifting is eliminated as a result, and because it is closed cell, the foam will not deteriorate throughout time.
Danish Furniture also prides itself in selling products with materials from sustainable forests, helping to promote alternative resources and standards for safety and fire protection. Community is at the forefront of Danish Furniture, who lends its support to local charity events, especially when it is helping children. They are contributors to the Longmont Chorale and the OUR Center. Check out Danish Furniture’s collection during its anniversary sale going on through the end of August. Visit the Boulder store at 1933 28th St., the Longmont store at 1448 Nelson Road or online at www.dfcolorado.com.
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Technology advances allow for a perfect smile Adler Dentistry in Boulder now offers several new technologies to give patients the best smile and care possible.
Technology trims patient visit
You know the routine. You visit the dentist, you need a crown. The dentist prepares the tooth, takes an impression and installs a temporary crown. You then wait two weeks and return to the dentist to have the permanent crown installed. If the fit isn’t perfect, then it goes back to the lab and you wait. And return to the dentist again. But now, that’s all changed. Dr. Michael Adler of Adler Dentistry can reduce the two-week waiting period and two or three office visits down to a single visit. “This new technology is called CEREC, which is a computer-aided design and milling device. It allows us to create the patient’s permanent crown in just a few minutes,” Adler says. “Now there’s no more waiting for the lab, no return trips to the dentist. Patients love it.” Adler is one of the first dentists in the area to employ the CEREC technology in his practice. “Even though over 4 million CEREC crowns have been placed, it’s still a relatively new process,” Adler says. The instrument allows dentists to repair a damaged tooth in about one hour. They no longer need to take impressions or create temporaries. The CEREC system enables
The CEREC system allows a dentist to make repairs or crowns in one visit.
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Adler to satisfy patients seeking a long-lasting, esthetic alternative to silver or plastic fillings. To make the restoration, the dentist first paints a reflective powder on the prepared tooth. Using a special camera, they take an accurate picture of the tooth that is then displayed on a computer screen, where the dentist designs the restoration. Then CEREC takes over and automatically creates the restoration. Finally, the dentist bonds the new restoration to the surface of the old tooth. “All this makes going to the dentist much easier and faster,” Adler says. “Because who really wants to spend more time in the dental chair?”
Straight teeth without braces?
Did you have braces when you were a kid? Then you probably remember how much you didn’t like them, even though years later you were proud of your straight teeth. Today, adults may be able to get their teeth straightened without metal braces or a headgear. It’s called Invisalign and it’s available in many general dental offices, as well as orthodontics-only practices. Adler is a general dentist who offers his patients the new Invisalign treatment. “Invisalign uses a series of clear aligners that quickly and gently move your teeth into the desired position,” he says. “They are virtually invisible unless you get up real close to the person wearing them.” Some of the benefits of this treatment over traditional braces include: • Aligners can be removed to eat, brush and floss. • Your teeth move little by little. • Results occur often in six months to a year. Not all patients are candidates for Invisalign, which is why most dentists who offer the procedure will give patients a complimentary consultation to see if the treatment is right for them. “My patients tell me they really love not having metal wires or bands in their mouths,” Adler says. “But the best part is that most peo-
Invisalign allows for teeth alignment with clear aligners.
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Laser detects hidden decay
All dentists agree that finding and treating dental decay in its earliest stages can save patients time and money, and help them avoid pain. But even the best decay protection technology – the dental Xray – often misses hidden decay. Now there is a new cavity detection system called the DIAGNOdent that proponents say will find decay that X-rays can’t. “It’s essentially a laser beam that can see inside the tooth,” Adler says. “It scans teeth for hidden decay without the radiation associated with X-rays.” Adler is one of the first dentists in the region to use the DIAGNOdent, which is more accurate than conventional X-rays. “Current research has shown us that the traditional method of looking for decay can miss up to 50 percent of the decay that is present,” Adler says. The DIAGNOdent works by beaming laser light beneath the hard enamel layer. The beam is reflected back to a handheld device, which looks like a wand. The laser beam makes it possible to measure the decay lurking below the tooth enamel. The instrument then emits a series of variable pitched sounds that tell the dentist there is decay present and to what extent. For more information about these and other treatment options, to schedule an appointment or for a complimentary consultation, call Adler Dentistry at 303-747-6977 or visit www.adlersmiles.com.
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Continued from 58 sustainable choices. Explore the full spectrum of products and services that enable us to live more in balance with nature. The festival will feature exhibitors, informative workshops and great live music. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Boulder County Courthouse Lawn, 1325 Pearl St., Boulder. www.ecoharmonyfestival.com. Oct. 9 • Second Friday. Art openings, live entertainment and retailer open houses. 6-9 p.m. Downtown Longmont, Main Street, between Third and Sixth avenues, Longmont. 303-651-8484. www.dolo.org. Oct. 10 • Lyons Outdoor Market. Artisans, farmer and food vendors. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Downtown Lyons, 446 Main St., Lyons. 303-444-8078. www.lyonsoutdoormarket.com. • Longmont Symphony Orchestra Concert: A Salute to Abraham Lincoln. 7:30 p.m. Vance Brand Civic Auditorium, 600 E. Mountain View Ave., Longmont. 303-772-5796. Oct. 13 • Superficial Thrombophlebitis: Diagnosis & Treatment. Learn more about the treatments that can help minimize the appearance and eliminate the pain of varicose veins. Presented by Natalie Weger, D.O., Endovascular & Vascular Surgeon, Longmont Clinic. 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Longmont Clinic, 1925 W. Mountain View Ave., Longmont. 720-494-3165. www.longmontclinic.com. Oct. 15 • 2009 Life Choices Pregnancy Center Fundraising Banquet. Life baskets and hors d’ oueuvres, 6 p.m. dinner at 7 p.m. Dinner attire. Adults only. Free. The Radisson Hotel, 1900 Ken Pratt Blvd., Longmont. 303-651-2050. Oct. 24 • The Animal Affair. Elegant premier event benefits homeless animals at the Longmont Humane Society and includes auctions, dinner, wine and liquor tastings. 5:30 p.m. $90. Radisson Conference Center, 1860 Industrial Circle, Longmont. 303-7721232. www.longmonthumane.org. • Lyons Spooktacular Halloween Parade and Downtown Trick or Treating. Costume Parade, Downtown Trick-or-Treating & Community Dance. 6 p.m. Free. Downtown Lyons, Bohn and Sandstone parks, Lyons. 303-823-8250. Oct. 25 • Pumpkin Dunk. Get a head start on Halloween with this non-scary Halloween themed swim for all ages. Enjoy activities such as crafts and bobbing for apples and more. Costumes welcome. 5-7 p.m. $3 per person, $10 per family. Centennial Pool, 1201 Alpine St., Longmont. 303-651-8406. www.ci.longmont.co.us/rec. Oct. 26 • Know Your Healthy Steps. Part 3 of the Learn More, Know More Series. Presented by Longmont Clinic’s Diabetes Educators. Understand the role of exercise in maintaining and improving overall health. Learn how increasing the level of exercise throughout time can improve blood glucose, blood pressure, cholesterol and weight control. 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Longmont Clinic, 1925 W. Mountain View Ave., Longmont. 720-494-3165. www.longmontclinic.com. Oct. 30 • Wild Night for Wildlife. Fun and fundraising with all proceeds benefiting the sick, orphaned and injured wildlife at Greenwood Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. The event includes a three course dinner, tastings from local breweries and wineries, and silent and live auctions. 5:30-10 p.m. $65 per 62
person. Millennium Harvest House, 1345 28th St., Boulder. 303-823-8455. Oct. 31 • Community Celebration of Day of the Dead. One of the largest Day of the Dead celebrations in Colorado returns to the Longmont Museum, with music, food, family altars and more. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Longmont Museum and Cultural Center, 400 Quail Road, Longmont. 303-651-8374. www.ci.longmont.co.us/museum. • 32nd Annual Halloween Parade. Kids of all ages can be a part of this costume foot parade. Dress up in your favorite Halloween costume and visit downtown participating merchants for Trick or Treat Street immediately following the parade. Pets must be leashed. 9:45 a.m. Free. Roosevelt Park, 700 Longs Peak Ave., Longmont. 303-651-8404. www.ci.longmont.co.us/rec. • Safe Halloween Night. Join us for an evening of Halloween fun, carnival games, bouncers, boat rides, and more! This event is themed for the younger crowd, ages 10 and under. 6-8:30 p.m. Free. Longmont Recreational Center, 310 Quail Road, Longmont. 303-774-4800. www.ci.longmont.co.us. Ongoing October Events • Oct. 10-Nov. 15 – La Ofrenda de los Muertose exhibit. Join the Longmont community in celebrating the traditional Mexican holiday of Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. The exhibit will feature community altars, photographs of celebrations in Mexico and more. Free. Longmont Museum and Cultural Center, 400 Quail Road, Longmont. 303 651-8374. http://www.ci.longmont.co.us/museum.
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Nov. 7 • An Evening to Remember: 50 Years of Caring. Longmont United Hospital volunteers annual fundraiser for dinner, dance and silent auction. Proceeds raised will benefit the Hope Cancer Center. $75 per person. 6-11:30 p.m. Radisson Conference Center, 1860 Industrial Circle, Longmont. 303-651-5205. Nov. 13 • Niwot Timberline Symphony Orchestra concert, with Alternatives for Youth and Longmont Symphony Orchestra. 7:30 p.m. Niwot High School, 8989 Niwot Road, Niwot. www.timberlinesymphony.org. Nov. 14 • 35th Annual Longmont Turkey Trot. Choose from a 10K and 2 mile run/walk. Register on active.com or download a registration form from www.ci.longmont.co.us/rec. 9 a.m. $20, $18 youth/senior. Westview Middle School, 1651 Airport Road, Longmont. 303-651-8406. www.ci.longmont.co.us/rec. • Longmont Symphony Orchestra Concert: Brahms, Dvorak and Longmont, featuring Larry Graham on piano. 7:30 p.m. Vance Brand Civic Auditorium, 600 E. Mountain View Ave., Longmont. 303-772-5796. • WOW! Children’s Museum 13th Birthday Party. WOW! is turning 13 years old this year and you’re invited to help us celebrate. Help us blow out our birthday candles and enjoy refreshments, special entertainment and crafts, too. 11 a.m. $7 children, adults free. WOW! Children’s Museum, 110 N. Harrison Ave., Lafayette. 303-604-2424. www.wowmuseum.com. Nov. 21-22 • Holiday Pet Photos. Bring the pets and the kids to holiday photos benefiting the animals at Longmont Humane Society. Two holiday scenes, delicious bake sale and Santa will be there, too. Noon-4 p.m.
$20. Longmont Humane Society, 9595 Nelson Road, Longmont. 303-772-1232. www.longmonthumane.org. Nov. 26 • Huff, Puff Before you Stuff. Special preThanksgiving dinner workout. Water and land aerobics classes. The nursery will be closed. 9 a.m.-noon. Suggested donation: $3 plus 1 can of food. YMCA, 950 Lashley St., Longmont. 303-7760370. www.longmontymca.org. Ongoing November Events • Nov. 1-15 – La Ofrenda de los Muertos exhibit. Join the Longmont community in celebrating the traditional Mexican holiday of Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. The exhibit will feature community altars, photographs of celebrations in Mexico, and more. Free. Longmont Museum and Cultural Center, 400 Quail Road, Longmont. 303 651-8374. www.ci.longmont.co.us/museum. • Nov. 6-21 – Communicating Indoors. In this intricate time-traveling comic thriller, Ms. Poopay Dayseer, a London Sexual Consultant from the future, stumbles into a murder plot that sends her, via a unique set of hotel doors, traveling back in time. Times vary call for details. $17, $16 students, $15 seniors. Longmont Theatre Co., 513 Main St., Longmont. 303-772-5200. www.longmonttheatre.org. Nov. 27-Feb. 7 – Connecting Threads is an exhibit of traditional and contemporary quilts traditional and contemporary quilts are connected through elements common to all forms of quilting: fabrics, fiber, piecing, layering and quilting. Longmont Museum and Cultural Center, 400 Quail Road, Longmont. 303-651-8374. www.ci.longmont.co.us/museum. Ongoing Events , Clubs and Happenings • Live Music at Niwot Tavern. Ongoing times and dates. Free. Niwot Tavern, 7960 Niwot Road, Niwot. 303-652-0200. www.niwottavern.com. • Longmont Genealogical Society. Second Wednesday of the month. 1 p.m. First Lutheran Evangelical Church, 803 Third Ave., Longmont. 303-678-5130. • Interfaith Quilters. Mondays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. First Lutheran Evangelical Church, 803 Third Ave. Longmont. 303-684-9796. • Through May – Hix’n’Chix Square Dance Club. Second and fourth Wednesdays at 7 p.m. (September through May) Longmont Senior Center, 910 Longs Peak Ave. 303-776-8841. • MOMS Club of Longmont-East. Offering support and activities for moms and their children of all ages, last Friday of the month. Longmont. 303682-9630. • Foothills Audubon Club meeting. Local birding club meeting. Public welcome. First Monday of the month. 7 p.m. Berthoud Community Center, 248 Welch Ave., Berthoud. 303-652-2959. • The Art of Beading. Weekday and weekend classes. Prices and time varies. Bead Lounge, 320 Main St., Longmont. 303-678-9966. www.beadlounge.com. • Abrakadoodle Multimedia Art Classes. For children in kindergarten through grade 5. Wednesdays. 4-5 p.m. Old Firehouse Art Center, 667 Fourth Ave., Longmont. 720-564-9287. www.abrakadoodle.com. • Young Rembrandts Drawing Classes. For children age 6 to 12. Tuesdays. 4-5 p.m. Old Firehouse Art Center, 667 Fourth Ave., Longmont. 720-5649287. www.abrakadoodle.com. • Saturday Art Experience. Art classes for children age 5 to 12. Pre-registration is required. Second and fourth Saturday of the month. Free. Old Firehouse Art Center, 667 Fourth Ave., Longmont. 720-564-9287. www.abrakadoodle.com.
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