What's Happening in Boulder County!
Gardening is on my mind! Garden store, Sunshine and Rain, has joined forces with Master Gardeners from CSU to bring us a series of soil related classes. Learn essential skills and the science of being a gardener by participating in this educational series. Soil Savvy: A Key to Successful Gardening is the first in the series. Register here. [March 30, 2013 . 10:30am to 12:30pm]
Let’s learn to eat healthy! Goodbye, Food Guide Pyramid! Hello, MyPlate! The USDA no longer uses the pyramid to encourage healthy eating, instead they have begun using MyPlate. Julie Maxwell, a registered dietician, will talk about using this tool to improve the nutritional quality of family meals. This program is part of the Let’s Move Louisville Initiative and is sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the Kids Eat Right Campaign. For parents of young children. Louisville Public Library meeting room. [March 23, 2013 . 1:00 to 2:00pm]
iHelp is available at the Louisville Public Library. If you need help downloading digital library books, movies, audio books, and music, this is the place to be! Bring your Nook, Kindle, iPad, tablet or smartphone and Library staff members will be available in the lobby for one-on-one assistance with your gadgets. For more information call 303.355.4820 or click here. [March 19, 2013 . 10:00 to Noon]
Children in grades 2-5 are invited to join Lamya’a Dawud who is back again to teach art classes about some of our favorite children’s books. This is an ongoing program and children are asked to attend all sessions. Space is limited to 10 children, so sign-up today! Please pre-register at Children’s Services call us at 303-335-4821. More information here. [Saturday, March 2, 2013. 3:30 to 4:45pm]
A collection of vintage phonographs are on display at the Louisville Public Library. Tonight the collector will be on site to chat about phonographs and the items he has on exhibit! Stop by and ask questions, bring a picture of your phonograph, or whatever! If you ask, he will even play a record on one of the displayed talking machines for you! February 26, 2013 from 4:00 to 7:00pm. For more details click here.
The Louisville Royal Ball Valentine’s Day Father/Daughter Dance is happening this year on February 9, 2013. This magical afternoon for fathers and daughters [ages 3 to 8] is held at the Louisville Arts Center (801 Grant St.) from 12:30 to 1:30pm. The event includes a tiara for each young lady, dancing to a live DJ, crafts, light refreshments and many smiles. Formal to semi-formal attire encouraged. Cost: $10/person. Must register here.
Get ready to see one of the 2012 Oscar nominees for Best Documentary. Join the Old Town Cinema for a screening of Searching for Sugarman. This film was not only nominated for the Best Documentary for 2012, but it was a Sundance 2012 winner. The mighty Roger Ebert says, “Do NOT miss it. Astonishing!” Head to www.oldtowncinema.org for ticket and show information. Tickets: $10 advanced/$11 at the door. Doors open at 6:00 pm for food and fun. Show starts at 7:00 pm. $10 advanced/$11 at the door. Location: Louisville Center for the Arts at 801 Grant Street, Louisville, CO. This is a fun community event!
Hear ye, hear ye! Ladies and gentlemen ages 3-12 and their caregivers are invited to the Fairy Tale Ball! Dress is fairy tale formal so wear your finest character costume. Enjoy stories, snacks, music, and activities. Free event today, January 12, at the Louisville Public Library. 1:00 to 2:00pm. No registration is required. More detailed information here.
Looking for something fun to do Saturday night? Try skating at WinterSkate, the amazing old-fashioned ice skating rink in Louisville. WinterSkate is an outdoor ice skating rink complete with skate rental, concessions and traditional holiday music. Celebrating its twelfth year as the original outdoor ice skating rink in the community, WinterSkate presents the perfect opportunity to enjoy the winter season in a beautiful small-town setting. Enjoy free parking at 824 Front Street in Historic Downtown Louisville. For more information on WinterSkate click here.
Make a night of it! Combine skating with a stroll and dinner in Downtown Louisville. A list of restaurants in Louisville can be found here.
Sunset Magazine recently profiled Louisville, Co. While they emphasize the next-door-to-Boulder aspect, we think this cool community stands all on it’s own. Check out their picks for what makes it special: Empire Lounge, Art Underground and Main Street. What are your top picks?
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