Volunteer Opportunities, Aug. 27

Volunteer Connection is Boulder County’s primary source for volunteerism. Following is a sample of current opportunities with member agencies. Visit www.volunteerconnection.net to search for more opportunities with these and other agencies, or call 303-444-4904 to arrange for an appointment with one of our referral counselors. Small mammal companion:  Volunteers age 13+ needed to visit with [...]

Volunteer of the Week: Philan Nguyen

“When facing trauma, it helps me to distinguish the trivial matters and to embrace what is most dear. It’s my opportunity to share what has been given to me. Volunteering for Victim Services continues to be one of the most life-changing experiences in my life. “

Keep your garden growing beyond the first frost

In Colorado, the traditional growing season starts in mid-May and winds down around Sept. 15. Extending that season by using shelters and covers to keep plants happy during the winter can yield sweet surprises.

Citizen Fire Academy to begin Sept. 29

The Longmont Fire Department Citizen Fire Academy is hosting a six-week course starting at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 29, with classes running through Nov. 3. The academy will include hands-on classroom experience with fire hoses, equipment, a physical agility test and fire prevention education. Topics range from the history of the fire department to search and [...]

Community Services: Local talent contest back for third year

Youth Longmont Idol: Local talent contest back for third year Longmont Idol, an annual competition modeled after the popular “American Idol” television show, may not have Simon, Randy, or Ellen as judges, but they no doubt would be impressed by the level of talent in our local youth. The competition will open its third year [...]

Volunteer of the Week: Ann Henson

“Teaching about Colorado’s wonderful native flora lets me share my enthusiasm for plants. When preparing to teach I always learn something new. Our Native Plant Master participants also teach me because they are often better gardeners than I am.”

Volunteer Opportunities, August 20

Volunteer Connection is Boulder County’s primary source for volunteerism. Following is a sample of current opportunities with member agencies. Visit www.volunteerconnection.net to search for more opportunities with these and other agencies, or call 303-444-4904 to arrange for an appointment with one of our referral counselors. On-Scene Victim Advocates: Are you looking for a way to [...]

Pet Spotlight: Cooter

Community Services: Back to School

Back to School with Recreation Services Whether you are seeking an outlet, exploring activities, or wanting to learn a new skill, Longmont Recreation Services has back to school programs for all ages. Preschool There are plenty of options for preschoolers with Longmont Recreation Services. Preschool sports clinics are a popular introduction to soccer, t-ball, or [...]

Eco-Cycle: Program to help residents arrange recycling

By Iris Sela Eco-Cycle So, you live in an apartment and you want to recycle and do your part for the environment, but there is no recycling service where you live. What’s an apartment-dwelling recycler to do? The city of Longmont and Eco-Cycle hear you. In fact, you and your fellow apartment and condo dwellers [...]

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