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Break the Winter Blahs
By Kathleen Spring
There’s nothing like friendly conversation over a hot nutritious meal during the cold, overcast days of winter. Lyons seniors have been enjoying this experience over the past several decades, thanks to dedicated volunteers and donors. The current senior center is located in the Walt Self Community Building on Railroad Avenue, next to the post office.
Ed Poullard & Preston Frank Zydeco Icons
By Lyons Bluesologist, David McIntyre
Get your dancing shoes on; two icons of Zydeco music, Ed Poullard and Preston Frank, are coming to Lyons! As one of the most widely recognized caretakers of the Creole fiddle tradition, Ed Poullard extends his musical virtuosity to the accordion as well. And, as if that weren’t enough, he has taken his love of the instrument even further, making and selling accordions that are both beautiful to look at, and a joy to play.
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About Town - January 29, 2015
In the interest of full disclosure, let it be known that the author of this column is an elected official. The opinions stated are hers, and do not necessarily reflect those of the entire Board of Trustees.
Another week gone by. Where does time fly! We are all saying prayers this week due to the severe accident our good friend Rick England was in with driver Iann Clayton up the North St. Vrain by the Stone Mountain Lodge. Both are in the hospital with broken bones.
Afternoon Art And Music
Arts Longmont is pleased to announce Jeff Scroggins & Colorado will perform at the Friday Afternoon Concert & Art Show series on Friday, February 20, at 2:30 p.m. The Art Show will feature the work of painter Joan Jordan and will open at 1:30 p.m. at the Longmont Senior Center.
Chauncey Billups to play in the 3rd annual "Hoops for Hope"
Adam’s Camp announced today that they are teaming up with Partners in Pediatrics (PIP) again to host Hoops for Hope, a basketball/entertainment event to raise funds for the children, youth and families of Adam’s Camp and Chauncey Billups is joining the team for this third annual event, expected to draw up to 1000 in attendance.
Read more: Chauncey Billups to play in the 3rd annual "Hoops for Hope"LEAP Helps With Heating Bills
As cold temperatures continue across Colorado, help is available for Boulder County residents who struggle to pay their winter heating bills. LEAP, the Low-income Energy Assistance Program, is accepting applications now through April 30.
LEAP assists low-income residents with covering the costs of heating their homes. The program is designed to pay the highest benefit to
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In the interest of full disclosure, let it be known that the author of this column is an elected official. The opinions stated here are hers, and do not necessarily reflect those of the entire Board of Trustees.
Here it is, another week gone by. A lot of good music in town always; at Oskar Blues, The Fork, The Stone Cup, Spirit Hound Distillery, and others. You are always invited to attend and enjoy.
HOUSING
The Town of Lyons is getting lined up for the sixty recovery homes on a portion of Bohn Park, although a vote is still required. It is indeed a challenge to give up a part of that beautiful park, but what else? I do want to compliment members of the Housing Replacement Task Force
Lions Lose To Huskies - Beat Warriors
By Kari Basey
The Lyons High School Varsity boys basketball team lost to undefeated Highland 71 to 80 last week. The nine-point margin was significantly better than when the two teams played earlier this season. Shea Gilman and Zach Christiansen led the Lions in scoring with twenty-three
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Lady Lions Fall Short
The Lyons girls’ basketball team fell short last week with back-to-back losses, and their record for the year now stands at two wins and eight losses. The young Lyons squad couldn’t quite find a rhythm as a team, and started slow in both games. The squad will need to find a little
