Thursday, July 17th, 2025

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Good morning, Longmont. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Longmont police said that on Spencer Street a dispute broke out when one neighbor carried a BB gun and a child held a toy gun—no one was hurt and officers quickly resolved the situation. Longmont Times-Call
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Longmont hosts its annual Nepali Jatra festival on Saturday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the intersection of Fourth Avenue and Kimbark Street—an event that celebrates Nepali heritage. The free festival features traditional clothing and jewelry and cultural performances by Sherpas, Newars, and Gurungs—complete with local food, arts and crafts, storytelling, and rickshaw rides. Longmont Times-Call
- ➤ Boulder County Parks and Open Space is hosting the free Summer Heritage Morning event on Sunday, July 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Walker Ranch Homestead (7701 Flagstaff Road) where costumed volunteers guide families through 1800s chores like churning butter and blacksmithing. Visitors should bring a picnic and note that bikes and pets are not allowed. Longmont Times-Call
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder found that wildfires in our region left high levels of organic carbon, phosphorus, and nitrogen in rivers and streams up to eight years later. The team collected over 100,000 water samples from 500 watersheds—data that may lead water utilities to extend treatment plans to keep drinking water safe. Colorado Hometown Weekly
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ John Lembke, a mechanical engineer and father, is running for an at-large seat on the Longmont City Council. He will use his skills in sustainability and financial analysis to improve housing affordability, ease zoning rules, and support measures like ranked choice voting and a land value tax. Longmont Times-Call
SHOP NEWS
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The Grable Howie Band Performance
6-9 p.m. — cBrIks on Main — No cover — Enjoy vivid storytelling and captivating folk/pop music in a cozy setting.
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Gentle Yoga for Chakra Alignment
4:30-5:30 p.m. — Full Circle Yoga — $18.00 — Experience a calming class focusing on chakra balance through gentle asanas and meditation.
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Next Step Golf Lessons
10-11:30 a.m. — Ute Creek Golf Course — $20 for lesson, $15 for optional golf, $4 for lunch special — Engage in youth drop-in golf instruction tailored for ages 10-18.
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Mis Pininos
4-5 p.m. — Collyer Park — Free — Practice Spanish through fun games and songs with native speakers in an engaging environment for families.
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Summer Concert Series: The Delta Sonics
7-8:30 p.m. — Longmont Museum — Free entry — Enjoy Chicago Blues with The Delta Sonics and local food in a beautiful courtyard setting.
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Brehm Prep School and OPTIONS Alumni Gathering
6-8 p.m. — Longmont Community Center — Free entry — Reconnect with fellow alumni over good food and great memories.
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Next Step Golf Lessons
10-11:30 a.m. — Ute Creek Golf Course — $20 per week — Drop-in golf lessons for youth ages 10-18 with equipment available.
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Mis Pininos
4-5 p.m. — Collyer Park — Free entry — Learn and practice Spanish through games and songs with native speakers in a family-friendly setting.
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Gentle Yoga for Chakra Alignment
4:30-5:30 p.m. — Full Circle Yoga — $18 drop-in fee — Experience a soothing journey through gentle postures for holistic balance and healing.
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Community Paint Project
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Lanyon Park — Free entry — Create a vibrant painted backstop for the baseball field while enjoying community spirit and creativity.
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