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EarthTalk: Do those energy-saving compact fluorescent light bulbs cause headaches?
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Can those energy-efficient compact fluorescent light bulbs that are popular now cause headaches because of the flickering they do? I converted my whole house over...
Read more...Weekend Activities in and around Longmont
Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat yourself to a day out on the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy the...
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from:Longmont Theater Company
This uproarious comedy follows the on and off stage antics of an inept
acting troupe as they stumble from bumbling dress rehearsal to
disastrous closing night. Everything...
Longmont Museum Hosts Studio Tours Preview
from:Longmont MuseumLongmont’s art community continues to expand, and there is no better venue to see that expansion than the Longmont Studio Tours Preview Exhibition at the Longmont Museum. This...
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Apple Picking Orchards and Apple Farms Guide for Longmont, Colorado
Apple Picking Resource Guide - go Apple picking in Longmont, Colorado!
Want a unique, fun activity for fall in the Longmont, CO area? This is where you can...
EarthTalk: How often do I really need to change my oil?
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: How often do I really need to change my car’s oil? Conventional wisdom has always put it at every 3,000 miles to prevent engine wear, but isn’t changing oil...
Read more...Back to School for Longmont - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and more
Hey, Longmont! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the schoolyear off right - and with more sanity - with the...
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Sun, Sand and Splash Spell Summer Fun in Colorado!
Nothing says "summer" like spending time by the water. Sure, you could just flop on a towel and leave it at that…but why not make the most of your day in the...
1 comment Read more...The (Even Greater) Outdoors: Get Out There!
In an age where we spend our days hooked up to Bluetooths, broadband and Blackberries, spending a little time in Nature is even more important to our sanity.Slowing...
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The Longmont Museum Presents Family Farming At Its Most Tasty
from:Longmont MuseumIn the modern world of agribusiness and factory farms, some family farms survive, and even thrive. Photographer Jane Gabrilove has spent the last two years photographing Zweck’s...
Read more...Don’t let dining out in the Longmont area do you in!
Going out to eat in Longmont and the surrounding area is one of life’s great pleasures. But too often, all those goodies on the menu can leave your waistline feeling a little,...
2 comments Read more...Winning the Real Estate Game in Longmont in a Tough Market
It's pretty much accepted fact that a Colorado home is one of the best investments you can make; but like many things in life, timing is everything.
Recent...
Two wheels are better than four!
Whether it’s a gutsy mountain bike, a sleek racer or your trusty Schwinn with the playing cards in the spokes, time to get out and see the world on two wheels.May is...
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JuneFit Tip: Stretching is for Everyday!
from:JuneFit - Health and Fitness TipsMy motto is, "Stretching is for Everyday", and I do practice what I preach. Research has indicated that regular stretching may be more effective in preventing injuries...
1 comment Read more...An Invitation to our Longmont Community: BLOG ON!
Since this site is all about Longmont, we’d like to get the
unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to your...
A New Look, More Info, New Ways to Share on our new Longmont Community Site!
Welcome to Longmont's new "shared community webspace", at AmericanTowns.com! Not just a fresh new look, but a whole host of new features and resources neatly organized...
2 comments Read more...Make a difference in Longmont! Find the perfect local volunteer opportunity
You want to give back, but with so many good causes out there, where to start? There are plenty of great volunteer organizations right here in the Longmont area and around the...
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One Child, One Laptop, Endless Possibilities!
It’s a simple, yet profound concept: giving two billion kids in developing nations laptop computers – then watching them change the world.
The One...
4 Longmont Schools to Host Professional Artists as Part of the LCA's Artist in Residence Program
from:Longmont Council for the Arts, 501(c)3FOUR AREA SCHOOLS TO HOST PROFESSIONAL ARTISTS FOR SCHOOL PROJECTS
LONGMONT COUNCIL FOR THE ARTS ANNOUNCES ITS 2008 “ARTIST IN...
LCA Announces 2007 Grant Recipients
from:Longmont Council for the Arts, 501(c)3Longmont – The Longmont Council for the Arts announces it 2007 Mini-Grant Award recipients. This year, the LCA was awarded $2,645 to six (6) unique individuals and organizations...
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