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See and Respond Photography Workshop with Faith Lacy

August 2 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Not quite sure how to express the inspiration you feel from a sculpture by taking a photo of it? Join this photography workshop to learn about framing, scale, perspective, and explore ways to create a photo of an artwork that’s an artwork in itself!

Bring your cell phone and/or camera.

Free. Workshop for ages 12 and up, registration requested, limited to 20 participants.

Visible Mending with Sashiko Stitching

August 2 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

As a way to reduce waste and/or personalize clothing and household goods – we’ll learn and practice together one method of Visible Mending: Sashiko Stitching.

In this workshop – we’ll recognize the deep history of Sashiko, select our favorite traditional (and/or modern) Sashiko patterns, learn how to mark and patch our fabric, practice getting evenly sized and spaced stitches, and work towards mending a favorite worn or torn item of clothing that participants bring with them. We’ll reinforce knees and elbows, add beauty and patches to collars and hems, and enjoy the slow and meditative stitching that is Sashiko.

Please bring something that’s worn, torn, or otherwise in need of repair. Best to bring non-stretchy fabric – denim, cotton, linen fabrics are easiest to repair.

Free. Workshop 16 and up, registration requested, limited to 15 participants.

Location

The Collective – Community Arts Center

Lafayette Peach Festival

August 2 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Join the Lafayette Chamber of Commerce for a delightful celebration centered around the world-famous, all-natural Palisade, Colorado peaches! Indulge in delicious peach pies and peach cobbler while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere!

– Culinary Delights: Fresh peach pies, peach cobbler, and peach hand pies.
– Peach Truck Locations
– Vendor Showcase
– Children’s Activities
– Meet the Chamber Staff

Please park in the surrounding neighborhoods. Be mindful not to block driveways or park in designated no-parking areas. ADA Parking is available in the Chase Bank parking lot on E. Geneseo & N. Public Road

See and Respond Poetry Workshop with Lafayette Poet Laureate, ZBassSpeaks

August 2 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Join Lafayette Poet Laureate ZBassSpeaks for an inventive workshop exploring poetic expression inspired by the 2025 Art on the Street sculptures. Learn about emphasis, cadence, storytelling, and surprising verbal arrangements for a truly original poem about another artwork.

Free. Workshop for ages 12 and up, registration requested, limited to 15 participants

2025 Art on the Street Walking Tour

August 2 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Join a guided tour of the Art on the Street sculptures presented by members of the Public Art Committee! We will visit a selection of the new sculptures on loan for 2025 as well as a few downtown sculptures and murals during this walking tour. Learn more about the Art on the Street program, this year’s See and Respond Call for Entries, Lafayette’s Permanent Collection, murals, and more.

The walking tour will run for approximately 1.5 hours and cover about 1-1.5 miles. We will begin our tour outside of The Collective Community Arts Center, 201 N. Public Road. There is free parking in the lot across the street. Strollers are welcome but please leave your furry friends at home.

Free and open to the public, registration requested, limited to 20 participants.

Location

The Collective – Community Arts Center

You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown the Musical Production

August 2 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

7:00 PM

Perfect for families, nostalgic adults, and young theater lovers alike, this delightful show explores life’s simple joys and challenges through a series of musical vignettes full of laughter, sincerity, and a whole lot of heart.

Join us for one of three performances, including a “”Pay What You Can”” outdoor evening at the Boulder Bandshell on Saturday, July 26, generously sponsored by the City of Boulder.

COST: $15-$28

Picnic on the Plaza

August 2 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Bring your picnic lunch, something to sit on, and join us at Picnic on the Plaza, featuring free, live music on the lawn. Each week will feature a different musician to please a variety of tastes.

Picnic on the Plaza

August 2 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Bring your picnic lunch, something to sit on, and join us at Picnic on the Plaza, featuring free, live music on the lawn. Each week will feature a different musician to please a variety of tastes.

Picnic on the Plaza

August 2 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Bring your picnic lunch, something to sit on, and join us at Picnic on the Plaza, featuring free, live music on the lawn. Each week will feature a different musician to please a variety of tastes.

Picnic on the Plaza

August 2 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Bring your picnic lunch, something to sit on, and join us at Picnic on the Plaza, featuring free, live music on the lawn. Each week will feature a different musician to please a variety of tastes.

Snow Cone Party during Peach Fest

August 2 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

On your way to or from the Peach Festival, swing by the Lafayette History Museum for a morning of summer fun! Enjoy a free peach-flavored snow cone to cool off. Kids (and kids at heart!) can try their hand at the historical games and toys available to play. We’ll also have an exciting giveaway that you don’t want to miss!

Spirit Hound Whiskey Class

August 2 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

This exclusive event will highlight an exceptional lineup of Spirit Hound expressions.

After the tasting, stick around for a fun round of trivia inspired by the evening’s discussion—prizes await the top scorers!

Come experience the bold flavors and expert craftsmanship behind Spirit Hound’s celebrated whiskies

COST: $27

Location

William Oliver’s Publick House

Woody Creek Whiskey Class

August 2 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Join us for a guided tasting led by Warner Perkins of Woody Creek Distillery, featuring a standout lineup of Woody Creek’s premium spirits.

Whether you’re a whiskey aficionado or just curious about craft spirits, this event is the perfect way to sip, learn, and enjoy a great evening out.

COST: $25

Location

William Oliver’s Publick House

Cheers to Charity Happy Hour

August 2 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Join us in July for our Cheers to Charity program! We’re featuring select bottles from our spirits list, with a portion of proceeds from each pour supporting our charity of the month. Plus, stop by William Oliver’s Lafayette on Saturday, July 26th, from 3–5 PM for Happy Hour and a special bike pop-up offering free assessments and minor repairs.

Location

William Oliver’s Publick House

“Penitence” Author Kristin Koval

August 2 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Adults and older teens – join local author Kristin Koval for a reading and book signing for her debut novel “Penitence,” out now from Celadon Books. Read Queen will be on hand with copies of the book for sale.

 

Woody Creek Whiskey Class

August 2 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Join us for a guided tasting led by Warner Perkins of Woody Creek Distillery, featuring a standout lineup of Woody Creek’s premium spirits:

Woody Creek Vodka
Woody Creek Summer’s Gin
Woody Creek Bourbon
Woody Creek 70/30 Bourbon
Woody Creek Rye

Warner will walk you through each pour, sharing the stories, flavor notes, and Colorado craftsmanship that make these spirits truly exceptional.

Whether you’re a whiskey aficionado or just curious about craft spirits, this event is the perfect way to sip, learn, and enjoy a great evening out.

COST: $25

Outer Range Brewery Pint Night

August 2 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Join us at William Oliver’s Publick House in Lafayette for a special evening with Charlie Schmitt from Outer Range Brewery!

Free pints of “In the Steep” IPA (courtesy of Charlie!)
available while supplies last

It’s the perfect night for craft beer lovers to sip, relax, and connect. Bring your friends and come early—gear and pints won’t last long!

Fiercely Vocal Studio Grand Opening Celebration

August 2 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Celebrate the grand opening of Fiercely Vocal Studio – a new creative space in Lafayette designed for singers and speakers of all levels who want to explore their voice, movement, and creativity in a supportive, welcoming environment.

Join us for free interactive demos, performance classes, karaoke, group singing, and mini voice lessons. While the event is primarily geared toward adults, kids are welcome to join in the fun. Hourly prizes and activities run all day—perfect for anyone curious about vocal training, performance coaching, yoga, and somatic movement.

RSVP for a free guaranteed spot or drop in and see what’s happening!

Hidden Stories of Waneka Lake Walking Tour

August 2 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Waneka Lake and nearby Open Spaces have an amazing story to tell – one of pioneers and power plants, wildlife and waterways, farming, families, and much more. Take a 1.2 mile walk with volunteers from the Lafayette History Museum and Lafayette Open Space to learn the rich history of Waneka Lake and nearby Open Spaces. Ages 10 and older.

Tickets are free, but reservations are required. All donations will go toward support the Lafayette History Museum’s work of preserving and sharing Lafayette history.

Please note that stretches of the walk are unshaded – we recommend wearing sunscreen, bringing a water bottle, and bringing an umbrella for shade if desired.

If you need accommodations such as a wheelchair, ASL interpreter, etc., please let us know (ideally at least 10 days in advance) and we will do everything we can to accommodate you! Email info@lafayettehistoricalsociety.org with your request.

 

Free – Reservations required

Hidden Stories of Waneka Lake Walking Tour

August 2 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Waneka Lake and nearby Open Spaces have an amazing story to tell – one of pioneers and power plants, wildlife and waterways, farming, families, and much more. Take a 1.2 mile walk with volunteers from the Lafayette History Museum and Lafayette Open Space to learn the rich history of Waneka Lake and nearby Open Spaces. Ages 10 and older.

Tickets are free, but reservations are required. All donations will go toward support the Lafayette History Museum’s work of preserving and sharing Lafayette history.

Please note that stretches of the walk are unshaded – we recommend wearing sunscreen, bringing a water bottle, and bringing an umbrella for shade if desired.

If you need accommodations such as a wheelchair, ASL interpreter, etc., please let us know (ideally at least 10 days in advance) and we will do everything we can to accommodate you! Email info@lafayettehistoricalsociety.org with your request.

 

Free – Reservations required